Manufacturing Engineering Associate II

HM Electronics; Carlsbad (CA); On-site; USD 72,000 - 86,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition reimbursement

3 weeks paid vacation

Medical, vision, and dental coverage

Pet insurance

Life insurance

401K contributions

Job summary

HM Electronics is recruiting for a Manufacturing Engineering Associate II in Carlsbad, CA. The role focuses on validating fixtures, improving processes, and implementing Lean methods while maintaining KPIs and SPC controls.

You will support equipment incorporation, MES reviews, and provide guidance to junior staff. The position requires 3–4 years of related experience, a High School Diploma (Bachelor’s preferred), and strong communication and ERP/MES skills.

Qualifications

• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficient with MS Office, Windows and Internet.
• Working knowledge of ERP systems.
• Proficient with MES processes and troubleshooting.
• Basic understanding of electronics theory.
• Basic drafting knowledge.
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes.

Responsibilities

• Assists in validation of fixtures, components, and updated manufacturing processes.
• Researches new methods that improve processes.
• Creates or updates Standard Operating Procedures and Work Instructions.
• Assists implementing Lean Methods into manufacturing process and maintain KPIs and SPC controls.
• Assists in the development of assembly fixtures with feedback from production staff.
• Coordinates incorporation of equipment, which includes the verification of equipment to engineering specifications and procedures.
• Supports training and implementation of equipment into manufacturing.
• Performs miscellaneous duties/projects as assigned by manager.
• MES Review and release oversight.
• Label support with troubleshooting new printers and label DB management.
• Provides guidance and support to Associate Level I and Manufacturing Assistants.

Skills

Verbal & written communication

MS Office

ERP systems

MES processes

Electronics theory

Drafting

Manufacturing processes

Education

High School Diploma

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

MES

ERP

Job description

HM Electronics

HME has been creating innovative products for the drive‑thru and pro‑audio industries since 1971. From the very beginning, we've known these solutions would never have happened without the customer‑focused people who make up our company. HME has a team environment with a culture of collaboration, learning, and growth. With subsidiaries located in California, Missouri, Canada, UK, India, and China, companies around the world depend on HME for clear, reliable communication solutions. From setting the standard for drive‑thru headsets and timer systems in the quick service restaurant (QSR) industry to developing professional audio equipment used in the Olympic Games, HME strives to create the newest, most innovative products on the market while providing quality care and attention to its customers. At HME you will have the opportunity to learn and grow while developing our future products. Come join our team!

We are currently recruiting for a Manufacturing Engineering Associate II.

What you will do in the position:

• Manufacturing Process
  • Assists in validation of fixtures, components, and updated manufacturing processes.
  • Research new methods that improve processes.
  • Creates or updates Standard Operating Procedures and Work Instructions.
  • Assists implementing Lean Methods into manufacturing process and maintain KPIs and SPC controls.
• Incorporation of Manufacturing Equipment
  • Assists in the development of assembly fixtures with feedback from production staff.
  • Coordinates incorporation of equipment, which includes the verification of equipment to engineering specifications and procedures.
  • Supports training and implementation of equipment into manufacturing.
• Production Support and Other Duties
  • Performs miscellaneous duties/projects as assigned by manager.
  • MES Review and release oversight.
  • Label support with troubleshooting new printers and label DB management.
  • Provides guidance and support to Associate Level I and Manufacturing Assistants.

What you will need to succeed:

• Qualifications
  • Effective verbal and written communication skills.
  • Proficient with MS Office, Windows and Internet.
  • Working knowledge of ERP systems.
  • Proficient with MES processes and troubleshooting.
  • Basic understanding of electronics theory.
  • Basic drafting knowledge.
  • Knowledge of manufacturing processes.
• Experience
  • 3‑4 years related experience.
  • Leading teams.
  • Reporting out to management.
  • SOP writing.
• Education
  • High School Diploma – Required.
  • Bachelor’s degree – Preferred.
• Travel: 0%

The posted pay range, $72,000 - $86,000 per year, is what we reasonably expect to pay for the role. This may vary depending on experience and other factors. Our benefits package includes tuition reimbursement; 3 weeks paid vacation your first year, paid holidays, medical, vision, and dental coverage, pet insurance, life insurance, and 401K contributions.

The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The employee will occasionally lift and move up to 50 pounds with assistance.

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Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.