Manufacturing Engineer I - Lean & Process Improvement

Ducommun, Inc.; Carson (CA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equal Opportunity Employer

Veterans/Disabled

Job summary

Ducommun, Inc. in Carson, CA is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer I to determine manufacturing methods and processes for company products, leveraging lean, six sigma, and time studies to reduce waste.

The role supports cross functional teams, designs processes and layouts, and provides tooling design, training, and time studies. Growing candidates with hands-on manufacturing experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical/industrial/manufacturing engineering or related field.
• 0–3 years' experience in a production environment, preferably electromechanical, aerospace, and industrial.
• Basic understanding of Six Sigma and Lean Manufacturing concepts.
• Experience leading cross-functional teams on projects is a plus.
• Knowledge of manufacturing and assembly processes with work measurement and standards.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.
• CAD/CAM software experience (AutoCAD, Mechanical Desktop, Inventor, Gibbs) is a plus.
• Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio).
• ERP system knowledge desired but not mandatory.
• Ability to work independently with good judgement.

Responsibilities

• Support continuous improvement projects using lean and six sigma tools.
• Support cross functional teams on RCCA activities on CARs and DMRs.
• Design manufacturing processes, work instructions and production layouts for assemblies, equipment installation, and material handling.
• Support tooling and fixture design, testing and validation.
• Support production operations and personnel on technical issues.
• Support NPI teams with development of manufacturing processes and procedures for new products.
• Create and update routing information (cycle times, notes, etc.).
• Train production personnel on the proper use and execution of tools, processes, and procedures.
• Conduct process audits and time studies.
• Communicate with vendors and suppliers on projects on technical issues as required.
• Other assignments as required.

Skills

Lean manufacturing

Six Sigma

Time studies

Line balancing

Kaizens

Ergonomics

Cross-functional teamwork

Reading blueprints

Effective communication

ERP knowledge

Education

Bachelor of Science in Mechanical/Industrial/Manufacturing Engineering or related

Tools

AutoCAD

Inventor

Mechanical Desktop

Gibbs (Virtual)

Job description

Ducommun, Inc. in Carson, CA is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer I to determine manufacturing methods and processes for company products, leveraging lean, six sigma, and time studies to reduce waste.

The role supports cross functional teams, designs processes and layouts, and provides tooling design, training, and time studies. Growing candidates with hands-on manufacturing experience preferred.