Process Engineer: Manufacturing Excellence & Lean

Marvin Engineering Company; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Marvin Engineering Co. in Inglewood, CA is seeking a Process Engineer to optimize manufacturing processes, improve quality and reduce costs on the shop floor.

The role focuses on applying data-driven methods, implementing new technologies, and collaborating with design, manufacturing, quality, and procurement teams to keep production moving smoothly. You will model processes with SAP, establish metrics, and lead continuous improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering with 5+ years in engineering, manufacturing or data analysis.
• Ability to work on manufacturing and/or assembly floor.
• Technical proficiency in complex manufacturing activities.
• Experience with MRP/ERP software.
• Proficient understanding of Project Management.
• Detail-oriented and adaptable.
• Must be able to speak/read/write English.
• Must be able to lift up to 35 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Analyzing and improving existing manufacturing processes to increase safety, efficiency and quality, while reducing costs.
• Identifying, evaluating, and implementing new technologies to improve manufacturing processes.
• Performing failure analysis, and implementing corrective and preventative actions.
• Working closely with design engineers, manufacturing engineers, quality engineers, procurement, and other stakeholders to ensure smooth production operations.
• Providing hands-on support on the shop floor, integrating new products and technologies, and supporting area-wide continuous improvement initiatives.
• Participating in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance quality, reduce waste, and improve overall production performance.
• Providing training and support to end-users on new products, processes, equipment, and technologies.
• Investigating and resolving production issues related to materials and processes, ensuring robust and cost-effective solutions.
• Establishing metrics, collecting and analyzing data, and using statistical process control to monitor process performance and identify improvement opportunities.
• Utilize SAP to model, analyze, and improve business processes.

Skills

Engineering degree

Floor work

Manufacturing

MRP/ERP software

Project management

Detail-oriented

English fluency

Lifting 35 lbs

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

MRP/ERP software

SAP

CAD

Catia

CNC/Robotics

Job description

Date: Oct 14, 2026

Location:

Inglewood, CA, US, 90302

Company: Marvin Engineering Co.

Req ID: 1636

FLSA Status: Exempt

Pay Range: $110,000 - $170,000

Salary Is Based On Experience, Skills, And Education

This position is 100% onsite

The Marvin Group is a Strategic Partner for Global Alternate Mission Equipment and Sustainment

The Marvin Group, a leading defense contractor, plays a crucial role in the development and manufacturing of various systems for military aerospace and vehicles. Based in Southern California near the Los Angeles International Airport, The Marvin Group consists of Marvin Engineering (MEC), Marvin Test Solutions (MTS) and Marvin Land Systems (MLS). Marvin Engineering designs and produces military Alternate Mission Equipment. Marvin Test Solutions designs and manufactures armament Test Equipment. Marvin Land Systems specializes in the design and build of power and thermal management systems. For over 60 years we have maintained “A Tradition of Excellence”, serving as a trusted source for our unwavering commitment to supporting all branches of the Department of Defense and our global allies. Our collaboration extends across a diverse array of programs and platforms, including major military prime contractors such as Lockheed Martin, Northrop Grumman, and Raytheon.

PURPOSE:

The position of Process Engineer is responsible for optimizing and improving manufacturing and industrial processes to enhance efficiency, quality, and cost-effectiveness. They work with various teams to develop new techniques, modify existing processes, implement process improvement projects and introduce new product.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Analyzing and improving existing manufacturing processes to increase safety, efficiency and quality, while reducing costs
• Identifying, evaluating, and implementing new technologies to improve manufacturing processes
• Performing failure analysis, and implementing corrective and preventative actions
• Working closely with design engineers, manufacturing engineers, quality engineers, procurement, and other stakeholders to ensure smooth production operations
• Providing hands-on support on the shop floor, integrating new products & technologies, and supporting area-wide continuous improvement initiatives
• Participating in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance quality, reduce waste, and improve overall production performance
• Providing training and support to end-users on new products, processes, equipment, and technologies
• Investigating and resolving production issues related to materials and processes, ensuring robust and cost-effective solutions
• Establishing metrics, collecting and analyzing data, and using statistical process control to monitor process performance and identify improvement opportunities
• Utilize SAP to model, analyze, and improve business processes
  
  
  

SKILLS AND REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering with 5 or more years of engineering, manufacturing or data analysis experience
• Ability to work on manufacturing and/or assembly floor
• Technical proficiency in complex manufacturing activities
• Experience with MRP/ERP software
• Proficient understanding of Project Management
• Detailed oriented and adaptable
• Must be able to speak/read/write English
• Must be able to lift up to 35 lbs
  
  
  

PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS:

• Experience with MRP/ERP software, preferably SAP
• Green or Blackbelt in Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma preferred
• CAD or Catia experience, highly desired
• CNC, automated and robotics systems experience highly desired
  
  
  

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Medium-to-large office environment
• Manufacturing and/or Machining environment
• Fast paced, people and parts movement
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to medium
• Exposed to a combination of normal office type environments
• Exposed to a combination of potential odors from chemicals and/or processes
• Physically demanding
• Use of Personal Protective Equipment required
  
  
  

This position must meet export control compliance requirements. All applicants must be “U.S. persons” within the meaning of ITAR, as defined: a U.S. Citizen, a lawful permanent resident, political asylee, or refugee.

Interested parties please apply online and submit resume to https://jobs.marvingroup.com/

Visit us at https://http://marvingroup.com/

The Marvin Group is an EEO/Disability/Vets Employer.

Our company uses E-Verify to confirm the employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, please visit www.dhs.gov/E-Verify.

If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process, or are limited in the ability or unable to access or use this online application process and need an alternative method for applying, you may contact People & Culture at 310.674.5030.

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