Manufacturing Engineer: Lean CNC & Process Optimizer

360 Recruiter Accelerator; Covina (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

360 Recruiter Accelerator is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to develop, optimise, and sustain manufacturing processes on the shop floor, focusing on safety, quality, cost, and throughput. You will collaborate with production, maintenance, and quality teams to apply lean principles, resolve issues, and drive efficiency.

You will program and optimise CNC machining, create CAD and 3D models, and lead continuous improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or equivalent experience.
• Proven experience as a Manufacturing Engineer in a precision machining environment.
• Strong background in process improvement and lean manufacturing methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Analyse existing manufacturing processes and identify improvement opportunities.
• Develop, document, and implement standardised work instructions, process flows, and layout changes.
• Lead and support continuous improvement and lean manufacturing initiatives, including Kaizen activities and waste reduction projects.
• Troubleshoot equipment and process issues on the production floor, providing timely technical support to minimise downtime.
• Program, set up, and optimise CNC machining processes, including tooling selection and cutting parameter optimisation.
• Create and update CAD and 3D models for components, fixtures, and tooling to support manufacturing and process changes.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to introduce new products and processes, ensuring smooth transitions into production.
• Monitor key process metrics and implement corrective actions to maintain process capability and product quality.

Skills

CNC programming

Lean manufacturing

CAD modelling

Root-cause analysis

Cross-functional collaboration

Machining precision

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

CAD software

CAM software

Job description

360 Recruiter Accelerator is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to develop, optimise, and sustain manufacturing processes on the shop floor, focusing on safety, quality, cost, and throughput. You will collaborate with production, maintenance, and quality teams to apply lean principles, resolve issues, and drive efficiency.

You will program and optimise CNC machining, create CAD and 3D models, and lead continuous improvement initiatives.