Manufacturing Engineer

Judge Group, Inc.; Clearwater (FL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 77,000; Full time

Job summary

Judge Group, Inc. is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer for electronics and cable assembly at our Clearwater, FL onsite facility. You will optimize CCA, module, and cable processes, drive Lean/Six Sigma improvements, and develop documentation and process standards.

The role demands strong problem-solving skills, experience with process development, and collaboration across Production, Quality, Maintenance, and Supply Chain to ensure readiness and sustained performance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering and manufacturing experience.
• Experience in manufacturing, production engineering, or process engineering.
• Strong understanding of mechanical and electronic assembly processes.
• Experience with process development and production support.
• Knowledge of quality systems and manufacturing best practices.
• Experience with Lean, Six Sigma, Kaizen, 5S, Value Stream Mapping.

Responsibilities

• Analyze and optimize CCA, module, and cable assembly processes to improve efficiency and quality.
• Develop and implement Lean, Six Sigma, Kaizen, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Create and maintain WI, SOPs, Process Flows, and Manufacturing Routings.
• Collaborate with Production, Quality, Maintenance, Supply Chain, and Engineering.
• Lead root cause analysis and corrective action activities.
• Develop KPIs for quality, yield, throughput, scrap reduction, and efficiency.
• Train and mentor personnel on new processes and best practices.
• Support equipment maintenance and process qualification.

Skills

Lean Manufacturing

Six Sigma

Kaizen

5S

Value Stream Mapping

Process Development

Process Improvement

Quality Systems

Troubleshooting

Problem Solving

Cross-functional Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering (related field)

Tools

Creo

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

Job description

Manufacturing Engineer – Electronics & Cable Assembly

Location: Clearwater, FL – Onsite Manufacturing Facility

Salary: $40.00 USD Hourly – $56.00 USD Hourly

Job Type: Full-Time

Job Summary

We are seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to support and optimize electronics manufacturing operations, with a focus on Circuit Card Assembly (CCA), module assembly, and cable assembly processes. This role will drive continuous improvement initiatives, enhance manufacturing efficiency, improve product quality, and support production readiness through process development, documentation, and technical problem solving.

The ideal candidate will possess strong experience in manufacturing engineering, process optimization, lean manufacturing, and electronics assembly environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze and optimize CCA, module, and cable assembly manufacturing processes to improve efficiency, reduce costs, and enhance product quality.
• Identify, develop, and implement process improvements using Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, Kaizen, and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Develop, maintain, and update manufacturing documentation including:
• Work Instructions (WI)
• Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
• Process Flows
• Manufacturing Routings
• Fixture and Stencil Design Requirements
• Collaborate with Production, Quality, Maintenance, Supply Chain, and Engineering teams to ensure successful implementation of process improvements.
• Conduct process studies, experiments, validations, and trials to support manufacturing enhancements.
• Provide technical support and troubleshooting assistance to production personnel.
• Lead root cause analysis and corrective action activities to resolve manufacturing issues.
• Develop and monitor Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) related to quality, yield, throughput, scrap reduction, and operational efficiency.
• Support equipment maintenance, process qualification, and manufacturing readiness activities.
• Train and mentor manufacturing personnel on new processes, procedures, and best practices.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or related field.
• Equivalent combination of education and relevant manufacturing experience may be considered.
• Experience supporting manufacturing, production engineering, or process engineering environments.
• Strong understanding of mechanical and electronic assembly manufacturing processes.
• Experience with process development, process improvement, and production support.
• Knowledge of quality systems, process controls, and manufacturing best practices.
• Experience using Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, Kaizen, 5S, Value Stream Mapping, or similar methodologies.
• Strong troubleshooting, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Electronics manufacturing, PCB/CCA assembly, or cable assembly experience.
• Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification.
• Experience supporting defense, aerospace, electronics, medical device, or high-reliability manufacturing environments.
• Knowledge of Statistical Process Control (SPC) and manufacturing data analytics.
• Familiarity with:
• IPC-A-610
• J-STD-001
• IPC/WHMA-A-620
• MIL-STD-130
• Experience with automated manufacturing equipment, robotics, automation systems, or Industry 4.0 technologies.
• Experience using CAD tools such as Creo, SolidWorks, AutoCAD, or similar platforms.
• Familiarity with fixture design, tooling development, and stencil design.
• Experience supporting torpedo, naval, military, or other complex electromechanical assembly programs is a plus.

Medical, dental, and vision insurance are available to qualified candidates who meet eligibility requirements.