Manufacturing Engineer

AmeriVacS; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

AmeriVacS is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer for an on-site, full-time role in San Diego, CA. You will develop, optimize, and document manufacturing processes for vacuum sealers, covering assembly, machining, and testing operations.

You will identify opportunities to reduce costs and improve quality while collaborating with design, production, and quality teams to implement engineering changes.

Qualifications

• Experience optimizing production workflows and manufacturing processes.
• Ability to develop and refine assembly and testing procedures.
• Background in process improvement, lean principles, and cost reduction.
• Ability to interpret drawings, specs, and mechanical designs.
• Hands-on with machining and precision components.

Responsibilities

• Develop, optimize, and document manufacturing processes for vacuum sealers.
• Analyze production workflows and implement cost reductions and quality improvements.
• Collaborate with design, production, and quality teams on engineering changes.
• Troubleshoot manufacturing issues and support new product introductions.
• Create or update work instructions and technical documentation.
• Ensure compliance with safety and quality standards.

Skills

Manufacturing processes

Lean principles

Industrial engineering

Mechanical engineering

Machining operations

CAD tools

ERP/MRP familiarity

Data analysis

Problem solving

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

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

Tools

CAD software

ERP/MRP systems

Job description

Company Description

AmeriVacS is a U.S.-based manufacturer specializing in high-performance vacuum sealers with gas purge for all heat-sealable bags. With over 30 years of design, manufacturing, and application experience, the company pioneered the industry's first tabletop compressed-air-driven vacuum sealer. AmeriVacS focuses on reliability and availability, keeping its vacuum sealers in stock and backed by a two-year limited warranty. The company emphasizes quality, innovation, and domestic manufacturing, offering candidates the opportunity to contribute to proven, industry-leading products.

Role Description

The Manufacturing Engineer is a full-time, on-site role based in San Diego, CA. This role is responsible for developing, optimizing, and documenting manufacturing processes for vacuum sealers, including assembly, machining, and testing operations. Day-to-day tasks include analyzing production workflows, identifying opportunities for cost reduction and quality improvement, and collaborating with design, production, and quality teams to implement engineering changes. The Manufacturing Engineer will troubleshoot manufacturing issues, support new product introductions, create or update work instructions and technical documentation, and ensure compliance with safety and quality standards. The role also involves working with suppliers and internal stakeholders to maintain efficient production and continuous improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of Manufacturing Processes and practical experience optimizing production workflows.
• Applied expertise in Manufacturing Engineering, with the ability to develop and refine assembly and testing procedures.
• Background in Industrial Engineering, including process improvement, lean principles, and cost reduction strategies.
• Solid foundation in Mechanical Engineering, with the ability to interpret drawings, specifications, and mechanical designs.
• Hands-on familiarity with Machining operations and manufacturing methods used for precision components.
• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, Industrial Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• Experience in a small-to-medium manufacturing environment, preferably equipment or machinery production.
• Proficiency with CAD tools and basic understanding of ERP/MRP systems is beneficial.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills, with attention to detail and safety.
• Ability to collaborate effectively on-site with cross-functional teams and communicate clearly in written and verbal form.