Manufacturing Engineer

JMJ PHILLIP; Cloverdale (CA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health insurance

Retirement savings plan

Paid vacation and holidays

Relocation assistance

Professional development

Job summary

JMJ PHILLIP is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to support and improve manufacturing processes, boost production efficiency, and drive continuous improvement initiatives. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to develop innovative manufacturing solutions, enhance product quality, and ensure safe, cost-efficient production operations.

The role emphasizes hands-on problem solving, strong technical expertise, and a focus on operational excellence in a dynamic manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related engineering discipline.
• Experience in manufacturing engineering or production support.
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, continuous improvement, and process optimization methodologies.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
• Experience with manufacturing equipment, tooling, and production processes.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings and technical documentation.
• Excellent communication and project management skills.
• Willingness to work onsite in a manufacturing facility.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and improve manufacturing processes to increase efficiency and productivity.
• Evaluate production methods and recommend process improvements.
• Support manufacturing readiness for new products and production changes.
• Identify opportunities to reduce waste, improve quality, and lower production costs.
• Lead or participate in Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Analyze production data to identify trends and implement corrective actions.
• Provide technical support to manufacturing operations and production teams.
• Troubleshoot manufacturing issues and develop effective solutions.
• Collaborate with maintenance, quality, and engineering teams to minimize downtime.
• Assist with the selection, installation, and validation of manufacturing equipment and tooling.
• Coordinate equipment upgrades and process enhancements.
• Support preventive maintenance and equipment reliability initiatives.
• Ensure manufacturing processes meet quality standards and regulatory requirements.
• Develop and maintain process documentation, work instructions, and standard operating procedures.
• Support root cause analysis and corrective action activities.
• Work closely with Engineering, Operations, Supply Chain, and Quality teams to achieve production goals.
• Participate in new product introduction and manufacturing planning activities.
• Support project execution and operational improvement initiatives.

Skills

Lean Manufacturing

Analytical

Troubleshooting

Project Management

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or related engineering

Job description

We are seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to support and improve manufacturing processes, optimize production efficiency, and drive continuous improvement initiatives. This role works closely with cross-functional teams to develop innovative manufacturing solutions, enhance product quality, and ensure safe, cost-effective production operations. The ideal candidate is a hands‑on problem solver with strong technical expertise and a passion for operational excellence.

Position Responsibilities

Process Development & Optimization

• Develop, implement, and improve manufacturing processes to increase efficiency and productivity.
• Evaluate production methods and recommend process improvements.
• Support manufacturing readiness for new products and production changes.

Continuous Improvement

• Identify opportunities to reduce waste, improve quality, and lower production costs.
• Lead or participate in Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Analyze production data to identify trends and implement corrective actions.

Production Support

• Provide technical support to manufacturing operations and production teams.
• Troubleshoot manufacturing issues and develop effective solutions.
• Collaborate with maintenance, quality, and engineering teams to minimize downtime.

Equipment & Tooling

• Assist with the selection, installation, and validation of manufacturing equipment and tooling.
• Coordinate equipment upgrades and process enhancements.
• Support preventive maintenance and equipment reliability initiatives.

Quality & Compliance

• Ensure manufacturing processes meet quality standards and regulatory requirements.
• Develop and maintain process documentation, work instructions, and standard operating procedures.
• Support root cause analysis and corrective action activities.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Work closely with Engineering, Operations, Supply Chain, and Quality teams to achieve production goals.
• Participate in new product introduction and manufacturing planning activities.
• Support project execution and operational improvement initiatives.

Prerequisites

• Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.
• Experience in manufacturing engineering or production support within a manufacturing environment.
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, continuous improvement, and process optimization methodologies.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem‑solving skills.
• Experience with manufacturing equipment, tooling, and production processes.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings and technical documentation.
• Excellent communication and project management skills.
• Willingness to work onsite in a manufacturing facility.

Certifications (Preferred, but not Required)

• Lean Manufacturing Certification
• Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt
• Certified Manufacturing Engineer (CMfgE)
• Project Management Professional (PMP)
• OSHA Safety Certification

What the Role Offers

• Competitive salary range of $100,000 – $125,000 annually
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
• Retirement savings plan with company contributions
• Paid vacation, holidays, and personal time off
• Relocation assistance for qualified candidates
• Professional development and technical training opportunities
• Collaborative engineering and manufacturing environment
• Opportunities for career advancement and long-term growth

Why Cloverdale?

Cloverdale offers an excellent environment for manufacturing professionals, combining a growing industrial community with a high quality of life. The area provides opportunities to work with innovative manufacturing operations while enjoying a welcoming community, scenic surroundings, and convenient access to Northern California's business and recreational destinations.