Manufacturing Engineer

ProCaps Laboratories; Henderson (NV); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Vision coverage

Dental coverage

401k match

Paid time off

Life insurance

Disability coverage

Gym membership

Job summary

ProCaps Laboratories in Henderson, NV is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to develop, optimize, and standardize manufacturing processes while leading capital projects and CI initiatives. You will drive process design, equipment implementation, and cross-functional collaboration with Production, Quality, Maintenance, and external vendors to improve efficiency and compliance.

The role requires a bachelor's in engineering, hands-on experience with process improvement, lean/six sigma, and the

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field is required.
• Understanding of electromechanical equipment with ability to troubleshoot and implement corrective actions.
• Familiarity with takt time, cycle time, efficiency, yield and other manufacturing terms.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, written and verbal.
• Process improvement mindset and knowledge of project management tools.
• Ability to read mechanical drawings, electrical schematics, and P&ID diagrams.

Responsibilities

• Designs and streamlines production processes to drive optimum output while maintaining quality and safety.
• Lead equipment implementation, ROI justification, procurement, installation, and commissioning of capital projects.
• Identify root causes of performance gaps and drive cross-functional actions to remove barriers.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives using Lean/Six Sigma to reduce waste and costs.
• Analyze production data (OEE, yield, cycle time, downtime) to drive data-based decisions.
• Develop and maintain SOPs and work instructions; ensure quality and safety compliance.
• Collaborate with Production, Maintenance, Quality and R&D to troubleshoot and support new product introductions.
• Drive labor and workflow optimization, including line balancing and material flow improvements.

Skills

Engineering knowledge

Electromechanical understanding

Process improvement mindset

Strong communication

Project management

Reading drawings and schematics

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

Position Summary

The

Position Summary

The Manufacturing Engineer is responsible for developing, optimizing, and standardizing manufacturing processes while leading capital projects and continuous improvement initiatives across the facility.

This role serves as a key technical resource responsible for improving production efficiency, reducing costs, enhancing quality, and ensuring compliance with safety and regulatory standards. The position integrates responsibilities across process engineering, manufacturing engineering, and industrial engineering to drive operational excellence.

The Manufacturing Engineer will lead equipment implementation, process design, workflow optimization, and CI initiatives using Lean and Six Sigma principles, while partnering cross-functionally with Production, Quality, Maintenance, PD, and external vendors.

Requirements

WHAT YOU BRING (MINIMUM JOB QUALIFICATIONS)

• Bachelor\'s degree in engineering or related field
• Understanding of electromechanical equipment, with the ability to troubleshoot, determine root cause, develop, and implement corrective actions
• Understanding of manufacturing terms such as takt time, cycle time, efficiency, yield, etc
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills - written & verbal
• Process improvement mindset
• Understanding of project management tools and techniques and organizational skills
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings, electrical schematics, piping and instrumentation diagrams, and other equipment documentation
  
  

Preferred Job Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience working in a cGMP manufacturing facility
• 3+ years of experience writing or improving Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) or detailed work instructions
• 3+ years of experience applying Six Sigma, Kaizen, 8 wastes, or 5s methodologies in manufacturing.
• 1+ years of experience creating and managing project schedules
• 1+ years of experience with AutoCAD
  
  

What You\'ll Do (essential Job Duties And Responsibilities)

• Designs and streamlines production processes to drive optimum output without sacrificing quality and employee/food safety
• Acts as a technical lead on changes to existing process systems and new technologies, supporting product scale-up and process optimization
• Identifies root causes of performance gaps (speed, downtime, manning) and leads cross-functional efforts to eliminate barriers
• Develops and executes capital projects, including equipment selection, ROI justification, procurement, installation, and commissioning
• Leads continuous improvement initiatives using Lean/Six Sigma tools to reduce waste, improve productivity, and lower manufacturing costs
• Analyzes production data (OEE, yield, cycle time, downtime) to drive data-based decisions and improve process capability
• Develops, implements, and maintains SOPs and work instructions to standardize processes and ensure compliance with quality and safety requirements
• Partners with Production, Maintenance, Quality, and R&D to troubleshoot issues, improve equipment reliability, and support new product introduction (NPI)
• Drives labor and workflow optimization, including line balancing, staffing efficiency, and material flow improvements to increase capacity
• Prepares reports, feasibility studies, and capital requests while tracking project performance, savings, and continuous improvement results
  
  

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Work occasionally near mechanical parts where the noise level can be moderate to high
• Duties are performed primarily in a smoke-free manufacturing environment
• We pride ourselves on maintaining a clean and organized environment, fostering a sense of pride and ownership in our space
• Our culture is rich in diversity, quality, safety, fun, and respect, creating a vibrant and inclusive atmosphere
• We are dedicated to professionalism and growth, continually striving to improve and excel in all we do
  
  

Physical Requirements

• Frequent sitting, standing, and walking throughout manufacturing and warehouse areas. Required to stand, walk, bend, kneel, crouch, balance, reach, and twist
• Regularly lift and/or move up to 50 lbs
  
  

Benefits

ProCaps provides :

• A competitive salary!
• Top-Tier Medical, Dental & Vision Coverage - $0 when you qualify for the Wellness Program!
• Paid Time Off, Eight (8) Company Holidays
• 401(k) with Company Match - up to 4.5%
• 100% Company Life Coverage
• 100% Short Term Disability Coverage
• Gym Membership Reimbursement
• Vitamin Allowance + Discounts
• Company-Funded Health Savings Account ($1,600/year)
• Cash Reward Employee Referral Program
• Pet Insurance
• Fantastic work environment that focuses on Safety, Quality, Community, and amazing people. We hire top talent and celebrate the ingenuity and tenacity of our team members and leaders!