Manufacturing Engineer

Ensign-Bickford Industries, Inc.; Moorpark (CA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Retirement benefits

Paid time off

Job summary

Ensign-Bickford Aerospace & Defense Company in Moorpark, CA seeks a Manufacturing Engineer (ME) with project management experience to lead manufacturing processes and documentation for production programs.

Responsibilities include developing manufacturing instructions, addressing process failures, liaising with customers, and driving continuous improvement through Kaizen and CAPEX initiatives. Requires BS/MS in engineering and 2+ years manufacturing experience.

Qualifications

• Hands-on manufacturing experience preferred.
• Project management skills with ability to document, plan and execute.
• Lean manufacturing methodologies and continuous improvement experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead manufacturing processes for internal and external projects.
• Develop and maintain manufacturing documentation and tooling.
• Coordinate with departments and act as liaison between customer and EBAD.
• Lead Kaizen activities and participate in CAPEX initiatives.

Education

BS/MS in Engineering

Mechanical/Industrial/Manufacturing Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

ERP/MRP systems

MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Project, Visio)

Job description

Product Engineer# Careers at Ensign-Bickford Industries, Inc.## Product EngineerApply: Moorpark, CA: Full time: Posted Yesterday: REQ107390This opportunity is located within our **Ensign-Bickford Aerospace & Defense Company** business, a global leader of mission-critical hardware and systems solutions including precision energetics systems and innovative explosive solutions.Click here to learn more.**Job Description**EBAD is seeking a **Manufacturing Engineer** (ME) with project management experience working in a manufacturing environment. The ME position reports directly to the Manufacturing Engineering Lead. **Responsibilities:**The Manufacturing Engineer (ME) is the technical lead of the manufacturing processes of internal and external projects and is responsible for the implementation and execution of successful production activities.Primary duties include: * Develop and maintain manufacturing documentation (including manufacturing instructions, routings, process specifications and tooling)* Solving manufacturing problems, investigating process failures and implementing corrective actions* Providing continuity during transitions from proposals to production by acting as the main technical liaison between the customer and EBAD.* Coordination with other departments to ensure the production viability of new designs, creation of the required documentation, and internal and customer approval of documentation.* Interface with production personnel including operators, quality inspectors, and shop floor supervisors* Generate content for Process Failure Modes and Effects Analysis (PFMEA), Process 3P (Production Preparation Process), TPM (Total Productive Maintenance) and PHA (Process Hazard Assessment)* Implementation of lean manufacturing methodologies including standard work, point of use tooling, material presentation and process improvements* Lead and Support Kaizen activities to support the Kaizen teams* Develop manufacturing cell layouts including tooling, machinery and equipment as needed.* Create standard work and contribute to manufacturing planning* Identify, lead, and implement Capital Expenditure (CAPEX/CAR) initiatives as related to manufacturing equipment, machinery and automated inspection equipment* Lead and support repeat/high volume projects by managing the customer technical documentation, manufacturing documentation and test documentation.* Be a technical liaison for manufacturing process creation, validation and implementation* Tracking status and ensuring completion of operations milestones and tasks for production programs **Requirements:**The successful candidate must have a BS/MS in an engineering discipline, preferably mechanical engineering, industrial engineer, or manufacturing engineering or related manufacturing experience in multi-part mechanisms and mechanical assemblies.Additionally, it is desired that the candidate has experience in the following areas: * 2+ years of hands-on experience in manufacturing* Project management skills with the ability to document, plan, and execute projects related to manufacturing equipment and process improvement* Strong interpersonal and leadership skills with demonstrated ability to lead programs / projects* Demonstrated ability to analyze and resolve problems using formal problem-solving tools.* Demonstrated ability of implementing of Continuous Improvement & Lean Manufacturing methodologies* Familiarity with the Aerospace & Defense industry, AS9100, ISO9001 or other heavily regulated industry* CAD, 3-D modeling, assembly creation, drawings and GD&T in SolidWorks* Design for Manufacturing methods and techniques* MS Office proficiency – Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Project, and Visio* Enterprise/Manufacturing Resource Planning (ERP/MRP) systems.* This position requires good shop floor presence, and motivation to become a process subject matter expert.* The manufacturing Engineer will be responsible for investigations and daily floor support. **Compensation & Benefits:**The anticipated yearly wage range for this position is **$95,000 - $140,000.** The salary range represents the range EBAD has established in good faith for this position and may vary based on qualifications, experience, education, skills, internal equity, and business needs.EBAD offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance; retirement benefits; paid time off and holidays; life and disability insurance; employee assistance and wellness resources; and incentive compensation eligibility, subject to applicable plan terms and conditions. Benefit eligibility may vary based on position, work location, employment status, and applicable plan provisions.*Ensign-Bickford Aerospace & Defense Company* *is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, national origin, or veteran status.*### About this Subsidiary**Ensign-Bickford Aerospace & Defense Company** (EBAD), headquartered in Simsbury, CT with facilities in Moorpark, CA, San Rafael, CA and Graham, KY is a global leader of mission-critical hardware and systems solutions including precision energetics systems and innovative explosive solutions.Our capabilities include customized man-portable breaching systems; fully integrated payload system, subsystem or energetic component production; shock tube-based, signal transmission technology integrated with our highly reliable family of detonators; and armored vehicle solutions. EBAD also has extensive satellite/spacecraft and missile/aircraft/launch vehicle manufacturing capabilities for system initiation, signal transfer, separation release, actuation and deployment and flight termination. No matter what the mission, EBAD can provide tailored, customized solutions to address our customers' challenges.*Ensign-Bickford Aerospace & Defense Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, national origin, or veteran status.*