Lean Manufacturing Engineer — Automation & Process Improvement

Frazier Industrial Company; Grand Prairie (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Frazier Industrial Company seeks a Manufacturing Engineer to improve production efficiencies and reduce costs. You will develop and improve processes using continuous improvement techniques to enhance product quality and manufacturing methods.

The role reports to the Plant Manager with a dotted line to the VP of Manufacturing, and involves leading automation projects, problem-solving (8D), and collaboration across plant levels to drive standardization and cost reduction.

Qualifications

• BSME or related degree in Mechanical or Industrial Technology, Manufacturing Engineering, or Electrical Engineering.
• Three years’ experience as a manufacturing or process engineer in an industrial setting preferred.
• Hands-on knowledge of metal cutting, forming, welding; robotic experience is a plus.
• Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma (Green/Black Belt) concepts and training.
• Knowledge of equipment controls/PLC; automation/robotics experience is desired.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and identify process improvement efforts to optimize quality and cost.
• Develop and maintain Standard Work Instructions for all production processes.
• Investigate root causes for complaints/quality rejections (8D solving).
• Lead/assist with engineering functions: fixtures, standardization, cost reduction, quality control.
• Lead/support selection and implementation of automation to increase output and reduce cost.
• Provide technical support for machine troubleshooting, fabrication techniques (cutting, punching, welding, painting).
• Analyze reports and data to recommend changes in methods, tooling, or equipment.
• Collaborate with Plant Supervision to propose improvement projects and provide data for decisions.
• Consult with vendors on equipment specs and procure to increase production capability.

Skills

Manufacturing engineering

Process engineering

Lean manufacturing

Six Sigma

Education

BSME or related degree

Tools

AutoCAD

PLC/controls

Job description

Frazier Industrial Company seeks a Manufacturing Engineer to improve production efficiencies and reduce costs. You will develop and improve processes using continuous improvement techniques to enhance product quality and manufacturing methods.

The role reports to the Plant Manager with a dotted line to the VP of Manufacturing, and involves leading automation projects, problem-solving (8D), and collaboration across plant levels to drive standardization and cost reduction.