Manufacturing Engineer: Process & Lean Optimization

Micro Matic; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Micro Matic is seeking a Manufacturing/Process Engineer to own and improve manufacturing processes, equipment, and methods. You will design production layouts, create work instructions, and work with 3rd party integrators on large projects.

The role focuses on standardization, process optimization, and manufacturability assessments in coordination with design and quality teams. Strong Lean background and SolidWorks proficiency required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Mechanical/Manufacturing/Industrial Engineering.
• 3+ years of related experience.
• Lean manufacturing background with ability to lead continuous improvement.
• Strong hands-on mechanical aptitude with knowledge of manufacturing processes and tooling.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings and specifications.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; data synthesis and statistics.
• Excellent organization and project management; communicate changes and progress; manage on time and budget.
• Change management skills; implement plans and monitor transitions.
• Ability to read MSDS, safety standards, manuals and maintenance instructions.

Responsibilities

• Develop, analyse, and improve manufacturing processes.
• Evaluate equipment; define and implement PM programs.
• Evaluate fixtures/systems and implement improvements.
• Develop manufacturing work instructions for assemblies.
• Define controls and collect Internal Quality data with Quality.
• Manage introduction of chemicals and SDS database; ensure compliance.
• Complete time studies for continuous improvement.
• Lead improvement projects; ensure on-time and in-budget completion.
• Standardize production processes per best industry practices.
• Estimate production times, staffing, and related costs for management decisions.
• Prepare capital expenditure requests and justifications.
• Plan workforce utilization, space requirements, and workflow; design layouts.
• Coordinate with design team for manufacturability evaluations.
• Validate manufacturability in phase gate process.
• Interface with suppliers for equipment specs.
• Interface with management, engineering, and staff on capabilities.
• Other duties as needed.

Skills

Lean Manufacturing

Analytical skills

Project management

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor of Science in Mechanical/Manufacturing/Industrial Engineering

Associate degree in Engineering Technology

Tools

SolidWorks

MS Office

AutoCAD

Job description

Micro Matic is seeking a Manufacturing/Process Engineer to own and improve manufacturing processes, equipment, and methods. You will design production layouts, create work instructions, and work with 3rd party integrators on large projects.

The role focuses on standardization, process optimization, and manufacturability assessments in coordination with design and quality teams. Strong Lean background and SolidWorks proficiency required.