Manufacturing Engineer - Lean Process Optimizer

The HEICO Companies, LLC; Exeter (NH); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Paid Parental Leave

Competitive 401(k) plan with employer匹

Education reimbursement programme for

Climate‑controlled facility

On-site break areas and coffee

Job summary

The HEICO Companies, LLC in Exeter, NH seeks a Manufacturing Engineer to develop and implement optimal, cost-efficient manufacturing processes aligned with product specs and quality standards.

You will analyze equipment layout, workflow, and assembly methods to maximize throughput, lead Lean improvement projects, and collaborate across Production, Materials, Quality, and Engineering to drive measurable gains.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Mechanical/Manufacturing Engineering or 5-7+ years in manufacturing engineering.
• Lean certification or demonstrated lean/6sigma project-driven experience preferred.
• Proven ability to see facility projects through to completion; on time and within budget.
• Able to effectively carry out a vision, plan and coordinate the activities of the Manufacturing Production Systems group with Production, Materials, Quality, and Engineering functions.
• Advanced AutoCAD/SolidWorks experience.
• Technically proficient in applicable programmes relative to process improvement.
• Demonstrated ability to solve highly technical challenges.

Responsibilities

• Strive towards a culture of proactive safety.
• Analyzes and plans work force utilisation, space requirements, workflow, and designs layout of equipment and workspace for maximum efficiency.
• Develops, evaluates, and improves manufacturing methods, utilising knowledge of product design, materials and parts, fabrication processes, tooling and production equipment capabilities, assembly methods, and quality control standards.
• Confers with planning and design staff concerning product design and tooling to ensure efficient production methods.
• Works with vendors to determine product specifications and arrange for purchase of equipment, materials, or parts, and evaluates products according to specifications and quality standards.
• Estimates production times, staffing requirements, and related costs to provide information for management decisions.
• Liaises with management, engineering, and other staff regarding manufacturing capabilities, production schedules, and other considerations to facilitate production processes.
• Conducts Value Stream Analysis, manufacturing process flow redesigns, time and motion studies as part of the planning process.
• Applies statistical methods to estimate future manufacturing requirements and capture potential efficiencies.
• Leads plant management and employees in conceptualising, planning and implementing, and sustaining continuous improvements by utilising Lean Manufacturing tools.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Lean manufacturing

Project coordination

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor of Science in Mechanical/Manufacturing Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

Engineering software proficiency

Job description

The HEICO Companies, LLC in Exeter, NH seeks a Manufacturing Engineer to develop and implement optimal, cost-efficient manufacturing processes aligned with product specs and quality standards.

You will analyze equipment layout, workflow, and assembly methods to maximize throughput, lead Lean improvement projects, and collaborate across Production, Materials, Quality, and Engineering to drive measurable gains.