Lean Manufacturing Engineer & Technician

ALTEN Technology USA; Dublin (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

ALTEN Technology USA is seeking a skilled Manufacturing Engineer & Technician to support and enhance our production facility, collaborating with Engineering, Materials, and Operations to implement process improvements and ensure production readiness.

The ideal candidate has hands-on manufacturing experience and proficiency in lean methods (Lean, Lean Six Sigma), data-driven decision making, and the ability to develop standards and methods.

Qualifications

• Degree or equivalent in Manufacturing/Industrial/Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• Experience supporting manufacturing, production, or process improvement in a manufacturing environment.
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes, assembly operations, tooling, equipment, and production methodologies.
• Experience applying Lean Manufacturing, CI, and Lean Six Sigma principles to improve performance.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to identify root causes and solutions.
• Experience developing production methods, work standards, and labor analysis with time systems (MCTM, MOST).
• Understanding of workforce planning, manpower analysis, line balancing, and material flow optimization.
• Ability to read engineering drawings, specs, and manufacturing docs.
• Experience supporting new product introductions, process launches, and prototypes.
• Knowledge of safety, ergonomics, and manufacturing best practices.
• Strong organizational and project coordination skills with cross-functional teams.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and manufacturing-related software/tools.
• Ability to analyze production data and use metrics for improvements.
• Commitment to quality, safety, continuous learning, and operational excellence.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support new process trials while providing technical engineering support for existing production operations to ensure stable, efficient manufacturing performance.
• Develop, implement, and maintain optimal manufacturing methods, process standards, tooling, and equipment for assigned products and operations.
• Evaluate manufacturing processes and identify opportunities to improve safety, ergonomics, productivity, quality, and cost performance.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives using Lean Manufacturing and Lean Six Sigma methodologies.
• Collaborate with Materials and Operations teams to optimize material flow, workplace organization, and inventory placement through Lean principles.
• Coordinate the implementation of new products, engineering changes, and process modifications to ensure effective production readiness.
• Assess manpower requirements and workforce placement to maintain balanced production operations and meet manufacturing objectives.
• Partner with Engineering and Materials teams to participate in manufacturing design reviews and support process development, prototype builds, validation activities, and production launches.
• Analyze assembly and manufacturing operations using data and performance metrics to identify root causes, eliminate waste, and improve operational efficiency.
• Develop, maintain, and update production standards and work measurements using predetermined time systems such as MCTM and MOST.
• Implement and standardize best practices to improve quality, delivery, productivity, and overall manufacturing performance.
• Support daily production goals by ensuring timely implementation of process improvements and corrective actions.
• Create and maintain manufacturing documentation, work instructions, process specifications, and standard operating procedures.
• Provide training and technical guidance to production personnel on manufacturing methods, processes, tooling, and standards.
• Ensure compliance with engineering standards, plant procedures, safety requirements, and quality expectations.

Skills

Lean Manufacturing

Lean Six Sigma

Data Analysis

Cross-functional Collaboration

Problem Solving

Process Optimization

Production Methods

Technical Documentation

Project Coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Associate's degree/Technical diploma

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

ALTEN Technology USA is seeking a skilled Manufacturing Engineer & Technician to support and enhance our production facility, collaborating with Engineering, Materials, and Operations to implement process improvements and ensure production readiness.

The ideal candidate has hands-on manufacturing experience and proficiency in lean methods (Lean, Lean Six Sigma), data-driven decision making, and the ability to develop standards and methods.