Manufacturing Engineer

Fitfastener; Compton (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aerospace fastener manufacturer in Compton, California, is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer I to develop and optimize manufacturing processes. The ideal candidate will have a degree in manufacturing or mechanical engineering, with knowledge of CAD tools like Solidworks and AutoCAD. Responsibilities include documenting processes, ensuring product standards, and creating production instructions. The role suits a high-energy, self-motivated team player with strong problem-solving skills.

Qualifications

• 0-2 years of relevant engineering experience preferred.
• High Energy, self-motivated, self-starter.
• Basic knowledge in CNC lathe and mill is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Document current cold heading and hot forge processes.
• Optimize production process with lean tools.
• Ensure products meet aerospace standards.
• Create work instructions and production in-process standards.
• Manage multiple projects and deliver high-quality results.

Skills

Knowledge in manufacturing processes

Problem-solving skills

Analytical skills

Team player

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in manufacturing or mechanical engineering

Tools

Solidworks

AutoCAD

MS Excel

Power Point

Word

Job description

Manufacturing Engineer I – Job Description

The manufacturing engineer will develop, optimize, and document manufacturing processes in a fast paced aerospace fastener manufacturing environment. Knowledge in manufacturing processes and CAD tools with 0-2 years of relevant engineering experience.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

• Document current cold heading and hot forge processes.
• Optimize production process with lean tools (i.e., Six Sigma).
• Ensure products meet aerospace standards and customer specifications with first article support.
• Implement tooling cost reduction.
• Strong problem‑solving & analytical skills.
• Update process drawings and tooling drawings with Solidworks or AutoCAD.
• Create work instructions and production in‑process standards.
• Collaborate cross‑functional with quality and production teams.
• Manage multiple projects & deliver high‑quality results on schedule.

Required Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in manufacturing or mechanical engineering, or other related discipline.
• High Energy, self‑motivated, self‑started, & team player.
• Excellent interpersonal skills working with all departments.
• Proficient in MS Excel, Power Point & Word.
• Knowledge in Solidworks and AutoCAD is preferred.
• Basic knowledge in manufacturing processes with CNC lathe and mill is preferred.
• Hands‑on manual lathe and mill is preferred.
• Comply with and enforce FIT HSE policies.

We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.