Manufacturing Engineer I: Lean Production & Process Improvement

Lehigh Heavy Forge Corporation; Newton (NJ); On-site; USD 71,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision insurance

401(k) plan

Generous PTO

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Thorlabs in Newton, NJ, seeks a Manufacturing/Industrial Engineer to oversee and improve production processes for the AST division, develop assembly techniques, and promote quality across production and related departments. Occasional travel to other Thorlabs locations or suppliers may be required.

The role emphasizes problem solving, process improvement, design reviews, and training to enhance manufacturability and efficiency across the division.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of experience in a relevant engineering position in electronics/electrical manufacturing.
• Design for Six Sigma and Lean manufacturing experience is a plus.
• Bachelor's Degree in Industrial or Manufacturing Engineering or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Identify problems and provide solutions for manufacturing issues related to new and existing products.
• Plan production layouts to support lean manufacturing and Six Sigma standards.
• Participate in design reviews to address procedures and potential production issues.

Skills

Design for Six Sigma

Lean manufacturing

Quality tools

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Industrial/Manufacturing Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

Microsoft Office

Axapta

Job description

Thorlabs in Newton, NJ, seeks a Manufacturing/Industrial Engineer to oversee and improve production processes for the AST division, develop assembly techniques, and promote quality across production and related departments. Occasional travel to other Thorlabs locations or suppliers may be required.

The role emphasizes problem solving, process improvement, design reviews, and training to enhance manufacturability and efficiency across the division.