Lean Manufacturing Engineer - NPI & Process Improvement

Adecco; Union City (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Adecco's client is seeking a full-time Manufacturing Engineer to create, revise, and control manufacturing and standard work documentation. The role applies lean and six sigma tools to eliminate waste, improve quality, and create continuous flow across manufacturing.

You will perform time studies, map processes, develop setup sheets and standard work, support NPI, and collaborate with engineering, operators, and quality to ensure data accuracy and product quality.

Qualifications

• Manufacturing engineering background with strong problem-solving skills.
• Experience with CAM software and SolidWorks.
• Lean and Six Sigma methodologies and tools.
• Read and understand blueprints and GD&T (ASME Y14.5-2009).
• Multi-tasking in manufacturing space.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong communication skills and teamwork.
• High school diploma or GED.

Responsibilities

• Perform time studies, process mapping, and lean reviews with manufacturing staff.
• Develop, revise, and control manufacturing documentation such as setup sheets, programs, visual aids, and standard work.
• Act as liaison between engineering, programming, operators, and quality during NPI and process improvement projects.
• Develop implementation plans for horizontal deployment of improved manufacturing processes and tooling.
• Audit manufacturing documentation, machine programs and time standards to ensure data accuracy, process repeatability, and product quality.
• Utilize software to manage Manufacturing Plans and machine programming as needed.
• Manage program distribution and supporting documentation to the shop floor per policy.
• Be a team player and perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Manufacturing engineering

Lean manufacturing

Six Sigma

CAM software

SolidWorks

GD&T

Blueprint reading

MS Office

Team communication

Education

High school diploma

Associates or Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

SolidWorks

Job description

Adecco's client is seeking a full-time Manufacturing Engineer to create, revise, and control manufacturing and standard work documentation. The role applies lean and six sigma tools to eliminate waste, improve quality, and create continuous flow across manufacturing.

You will perform time studies, map processes, develop setup sheets and standard work, support NPI, and collaborate with engineering, operators, and quality to ensure data accuracy and product quality.