Manufacturing Engineer: Lean Mfg & Continuous Improvement

Trust Automation, Inc.

San Luis Obispo (CA)

On-site

USD 90,940 - 113,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Trust Automation, Inc. is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to design and implement product realization processes from prototype to volume manufacturing, with a focus on quality, safety, and on-time delivery objectives.

The role involves supporting program management, tooling development, workflow optimization, and collaboration with engineering, procurement, and quality teams to drive lean improvements and cost reductions across LRIP to Released Manufacturing stages.

Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree and 2–5 years experience, or 5–9 years related experience.
Proficiency with SolidWorks and PDM Vault file management.
Proficiency with OrCAD/Altium.
Proficiency using MRP/ERP.
Professional written and verbal interpersonal communication skills.
Experience in applying Lean Six Sigma principles.
Excellent arithmetic and logic ability.
Ability to perform duties with minimal supervision.
Demonstrated experience in high‑paced, multi‑faceted working environments.

Responsibilities

Support the Manufacturing Engineering Manager and Manufacturing Program Manager regarding program, product, process, and schedule directives.
Design, fabricate, and/or facilitate the development of product‑specific assembly and test tooling and equipment with ENG and MFGE Technicians.
Develop workcell layout and tooling/equipment requirements, using Lean Six Sigma and 5S+1 principles.
Establish Value Stream Maps of the build and test processes during early product phases, then iterate those maps during changes in volume and product configurations.
Work directly with Engineering teams for DFM/DFA input in product design cycles.
Support procurement activities, inventory management, and capacity planning through ERP BOM reviews and changes with configuration management specialists.
Serve as or support Trust's primary contacts for suppliers on manufacturing/quality inquiries and issues.
Assist the MPM in creating production plans through LRIP to allow handoff to Manufacturing with outputs that include Production Lists/BOMs, Work Instructions, assembly and test fixturing, and resource capacity.
Train/mentor MFG and MFGE team members on assembly and test techniques and methodologies.
Hands‑on assembly and/or testing during Prototype and LRIP phases; perform duties of the MFGE Technician when needed.
Once product lines are transitioned to Released Manufacturing phase, focus on continuous improvements and develop proposals using lean optimization tools and principles.
Team with Configuration Management as technical reference for change proposals through the ISS/DCO/ECO process.
Identify and pursue opportunities to transfer in‑house labor to lower‑cost contract manufacturers, facilitating data and documentation to propose labor transfer and working with MPM on schedule cut‑ins based on cost and lead time.
Work alongside Quality personnel to identify and mitigate trending impediments to OTD objectives through quantitative analysis of failure data, then propose robust solutions.
With Materials and Quality teams, engage current and potential suppliers to identify opportunities in cost and lead time while ensuring or improving design intent and part reliability.
Collaborate with design and test engineering personnel to feedback manufacturing challenges and create cost‑saving opportunities through design improvements and assembly/test automation.
Recommend disposition for failed components/assemblies via NCR and MRB processes while assessing costs, lead time, and inventory impacts.
Lead or participate in inter‑ and intra‑departmental teams for focused and actionable solutions during line‑down events (rapid response, tiger teams).