Manufacturing Engineer

Advantage Technical; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Pet Insurance

401(k) Plan

Employee Assistance Program

Commuter Parking Benefit

HSA

AD&D Insurance

Job summary

Advantage Technical is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer in Houston, TX to analyze production issues, lead Lean/Six Sigma improvements, and support quality systems. You will collaborate with Operations, Maintenance, Quality, and Supply Chain to enhance productivity and product quality in a dynamic manufacturing environment.

The role requires a BS in an engineering field and 3+ years of related experience, with strong analytical and problem-solving skills, and proficiency in Excel and ERP systems.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a manufacturing/engineering field.
• 3+ years of manufacturing, process, production, or continuous improvement experience.
• Experience with Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, root‑cause analysis, and quality systems.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings and technical specifications.
• Experience with Excel, ERP systems, and manufacturing data analysis.

Responsibilities

• Analyze production issues, equipment downtime, scrap, and defects to identify solutions.
• Lead continuous improvement projects using Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and SPC methodologies.
• Support quality systems, corrective actions, and process improvements.
• Monitor manufacturing performance metrics, including yield, scrap, and throughput.
• Develop and maintain SOPs, work instructions, FMEAs, control plans, and engineering documentation.
• Collaborate with Operations, Maintenance, Quality, and Supply Chain teams to improve productivity and product quality.
• Troubleshoot manufacturing processes, equipment, and production constraints.
• Support audits, process validations, and compliance with industry standards.

Skills

Lean Manufacturing

Six Sigma

Root Cause Analysis

Quality Systems

Analytical

Engineering Drawings

Data Analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing/Mechanical/Industrial Engineering or related field

Tools

Excel

ERP Systems

Job description

Manufacturing Engineer

Location: Houston, TX

Pay Rate: $70-75,000

What You'll Do

• Analyze production issues, equipment downtime, scrap, and defects to identify solutions.
• Lead continuous improvement projects using Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and SPC methodologies.
• Support quality systems, corrective actions, and process improvements.
• Monitor manufacturing performance metrics, including yield, scrap, and throughput.
• Develop and maintain SOPs, work instructions, FMEAs, control plans, and engineering documentation.
• Collaborate with Operations, Maintenance, Quality, and Supply Chain teams to improve productivity and product quality.
• Troubleshoot manufacturing processes, equipment, and production constraints.
• Support audits, process validations, and compliance with industry standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or related field.
• 3+ years of manufacturing, process, production, or continuous improvement experience.
• Experience with Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, root‑cause analysis, and quality systems.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings and technical specifications.
• Experience with Excel, ERP systems, and manufacturing data analysis.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Pet Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Commuter/Parking Accounts
• People Perks Program
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• AD&D Insurance

If you're looking for an opportunity to leverage your engineering expertise, drive operational excellence, and gain valuable experience in a dynamic manufacturing environment, we want to hear from you. Apply today and take the next step in your engineering career.

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