Manufacturing Engineer - Process Optimization & Launch

PJ Trailers; Sumner (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

PJ Trailers Inc. in Texas is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to develop and implement cost-effective manufacturing processes aligned with product specs and quality standards.

You will coordinate launches for new or revised products, lead continuous improvement initiatives, review BOM accuracy on the shop floor, and drive efficiency through lean methods. The role requires a Bachelor's in engineering, 3-5 years in manufacturing, welding/metal fabrication experience, and strong problem-solving and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field.
• 3-5 years of experience in a manufacturing environment.
• 1-3 years of welding and metal fabrication experience.
• Excellent organization and leadership skills.
• Strong decision-making skills and results-driven approach.
• Lean principles: Problem Solving, Flow, Standard Work, Kanban, SMED, 5S.

Responsibilities

• Research, design, and development of manufacturing processes, including production flow, assembly methods, and production equipment.
• Prepare and maintain detailed layouts of buildings and equipment.
• Coordinate the manufacturing launch of new/revised products, including establishing goals, training team members, and evaluating results.
• Design, develops, tests or sources and cost-justifies various tools, machinery, and equipment for recommended manufacturing methods.
• Performs product/process analysis for cost reduction, quality improvement, and efficiency improvement.
• Represents manufacturing on cross-functional teams.
• Evaluates BOM’s and the manufacturing process for accuracy.
• Controls ECNs and evaluates the manufacturability of ECNs.

Skills

Lean principles

Problem solving

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Tools

CAD

SolidWorks

Job description

PJ Trailers Inc. in Texas is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to develop and implement cost-effective manufacturing processes aligned with product specs and quality standards.

You will coordinate launches for new or revised products, lead continuous improvement initiatives, review BOM accuracy on the shop floor, and drive efficiency through lean methods. The role requires a Bachelor's in engineering, 3-5 years in manufacturing, welding/metal fabrication experience, and strong problem-solving and