Manufacturing Engineer II: Lean Improvement & NPI Lead

MITER Brands; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 77,000 - 97,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement Program

Legal Insurance

Job summary

MITER Brands in Phoenix, AZ is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer II to enhance manufacturing processes, support operations, and lead continuous improvement initiatives across quality, safety, delivery, and cost. You will work with production, quality, maintenance, supply chain, and product engineering to implement scalable solutions and optimize workflows.

The role requires intermediate engineering knowledge to troubleshoot issues, validate changes, and support NPI activities, with a focus on

Qualifications

• Experience with Lean Manufacturing, Kaizen, and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes, tooling, fixtures, and production systems.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Experience with root cause analysis tools such as 5 Whys, Fishbone, or FMEA.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and technical specifications.
• Strong communication and cross-functional collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Analyze and improve manufacturing processes for efficiency, quality, and safety
• Develop and implement process improvements using Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma principles
• Support daily production operations by troubleshooting process and equipment issues
• Design and maintain manufacturing work instructions, process documentation, and standard operating procedures (SOPs)
• Lead or support capital equipment and tooling projects
• Participate in new product introduction (NPI) activities and production launches
• Conduct root cause analysis and implement corrective/preventive actions
• Monitor and improve key manufacturing metrics including scrap, downtime, throughput, and labor efficiency
• Collaborate with quality teams to resolve non-conformance and customer issues
• Evaluate manufacturing layouts and material flow for optimization opportunities
• Assist in validating process changes and equipment qualifications
• Support automation and manufacturing technology initiatives
• Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements
• Train operators and production personnel on new processes and equipment
• Support and participate in new product launches, E-Builds, and production readiness activities
• Conduct time studies and labor analysis to identify productivity improvement opportunities
• Lead and support Kaizen events, 5S initiatives, and other continuous improvement activities on the production floor
• Adhere to all safety protocols and guidelines to maintain a safe and organized work environment
• Demonstrate MITER Brands Guiding Principles in all business interactions
• Other duties may be assigned

Skills

Lean Manufacturing

Kaizen

Continuous Improvement

Root Cause Analysis

Microsoft Office

Engineering Drawings

Cross-Functional Collaboration

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering

Tools

CAD software (SolidWorks/AutoCAD)

ERP / MES systems

Job description

MITER Brands in Phoenix, AZ is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer II to enhance manufacturing processes, support operations, and lead continuous improvement initiatives across quality, safety, delivery, and cost. You will work with production, quality, maintenance, supply chain, and product engineering to implement scalable solutions and optimize workflows.

The role requires intermediate engineering knowledge to troubleshoot issues, validate changes, and support NPI activities, with a focus on