Manufacturing Engineer

ALIGN Executive Search; Azusa (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

ALIGN Executive Search is seeking a skilled Manufacturing Engineer to design, optimize and document production processes in California. You will collaborate with engineering and production to ensure manufacturability and lead Lean/Six Sigma improvement projects that reduce costs while maintaining quality.

The role requires a 5+ year track record in manufacturing engineering, a Bachelor's in a related field, and strong data analytics to guide decisions and actions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in manufacturing engineering.
• Strong ability to analyze data and make data-driven decisions.

Responsibilities

• Design and optimize manufacturing processes to boost productivity and cut costs.
• Develop and maintain process documentation: work instructions and control plans.
• Collaborate with engineering/production to ensure manufacturability.
• Lead continuous improvement projects using Lean and Six Sigma.
• Monitor production metrics and provide data-driven improvement recommendations.
• Manage project timelines, budgets, and resources.
• Perform root cause analysis and implement corrective actions.
• Review and approve Engineering blueprint revisions.
• Maintain cost structures in the MRP system for Accounting.
• Participate in MRB, write rework instructions for non-conforming products.
• Redline work orders to conform to blueprint.
• Create and maintain lists of new machined parts for projects.
• Maintain AS9100C SOP related to the department.
• Create PCPs using applicable software.
• Create PFMEA using applicable software.
• Prepare RFQ/RFI and run MRP system functions.

Skills

Manufacturing engineering

Lean Six Sigma

Data analysis

Process optimization

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical/Industrial Engineering

Tools

MRP system

PFMEA software

PCP software

Job description

Apply solid knowledge of manufacturing processes, procedures, and company policies in designing, implementing, and optimizing manufacturing processes to ensure efficient production of goods. Work to improve product quality, reduce costs, and enhance production efficiency by analyzing workflows, selecting appropriate tools, and solving technical challenges.

Responsibilities

• Design and optimize manufacturing processes to improve productivity and reduce costs while maintaining quality standards
• Develop and maintain process documentation: work instructions, process flows, and quality control plans
• Collaborate with engineering and production to ensure manufacturability and scalability of new products
• Lead projects focused on continuous improvement initiatives using Lean and Six Sigma methodologies
• Monitor production performance metrics and provide data-driven recommendations for process enhancements
• Develop/manage project timelines, budgets, and resources to ensure project execution
• Conduct root cause analysis and implement corrective actions for production issues
• Review and approve Engineering blueprint revisions
• Develop/maintain accurate costs and cost structures in the MRP system for Accounting Dept.
• Actively participate in Material Review Board (MRB), resolving issues, identifying corrective actions and writing rework instructions for non-conforming products
• Redline work orders as needed for products to conform to blueprint
• Create & maintain lists of new machined parts for new projects/programs
• Maintain AS9100C SOP related to the department
• Create Process Control Plans (PCP) using applicable software
• Create Process Failure Mode Effect Analysis (PFMEA) using applicable software
• Prepare & send requests for quotations (RFQ) and information (RFI)
• Run MRP system related to creation and implementation of MRP system functions

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related field
• 5+ years of experience in manufacturing engineering
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, with solid analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and make data-driven decisions

DISCLAIMER: The compensation range represents a good faith estimate of what our client may pay for the position at the time of posting. Our client may ultimately pay more or less than the posted compensation range. The salary offered to the selected candidate will be determined based on factors such as the qualifications of the selected candidate, departmental budget availability, internal salary equity considerations, and available market information, but not based on a candidate’s gender or any other protected status.