Production Engineer

Body Art Alliance; Oakdale (CA); On-site; USD 78,000 - 87,000; Full time

Job summary

NeoMetal is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to oversee and optimize production processes at their Oakdale, CA facility. This role focuses on improving efficiency, workflow design, and equipment performance across CNC machining, coiling, laser cutting, and assembly operations.

The candidate will drive data-driven improvements, ensure safety and regulatory compliance, and collaborate with R&D and QA to enhance product quality and reduce scrap.

Qualifications

• Degree in Mechanical, Industrial, Manufacturing Engineering or related field, or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years in a production/manufacturing engineering role with demonstrated progression.
• ISO9001 experience preferred.
• Strong problem solving, analytical skills, and leadership ability.
• Six Sigma/Lean Manufacturing knowledge a plus.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and optimize manufacturing processes to boost productivity and efficiency.
• Design, implement, and maintain production workflows and equipment; improve uptime through SMED.
• Analyze production data and identify areas for improvement.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations.
• Collaborate with R&D and QA to improve product quality and reduce scrap.
• Develop and implement cost-saving initiatives while maintaining quality.
• Troubleshoot production issues and recommend corrective actions.
• Train staff on new processes and equipment; develop standardized work.
• Monitor KPIs and prepare reports for management.
• Support manufacturing KPI development and improvement initiatives.

Skills

Manufacturing processes

CAD software

Problem solving

Communication & leadership

Six Sigma / Lean

KPI development

Bilingual (English/Spanish)

Education

Mechanical/Industrial/Manufacturing Engineering degree

Tools

NetSuite ERP

Production planning tools

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: NeoMetal CA - Oakdale, CA 95361 Salary Range: $78,000.00 - $87,000.00 Salary/year

Who is NeoMetal?

NeoMetal is the manufacturer of the original threadless body jewelry, used and loved by professional piercers around the world. All our jewelry is precision machined in the US out of solid implant‑grade titanium and features only the highest quality cubic zirconia and other synthetic gems. We aim to empower our clients, and their customers, to be fiercely themselves, armed with the knowledge that they invested in quality. At the core of our brand is a deep respect and appreciation for the piercing industry. Piercers are not just our customers; they are our inspiration.

At NeoMetal we’re not afraid to do things our own way, to be a little bit nerdy, and to have fun. Innovation and unique solutions drive us forward, and the piercing industry is our guide. It is our mission to manufacture the highest quality threadless jewelry on the market while remaining focused on accessibility, best in class pricing, and fast shipping times. We’ve come a long way since our founding in 1997 and we are delighted and honored that a small family business, that started in a tiny room, has had such a lasting impact on an industry with similar roots.

Let’s talk about the role!

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Oversee and optimize manufacturing processes to enhance productivity and efficiency.
• Design, implement, and maintain production workflows and equipment. Increase operating available time through change-over process optimization (SMED).
• Analyze production data and identify areas for improvement.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations.
• Collaborate with the R&D and quality assurance teams to improve product quality and reduce production scrap.
• Develop and implement cost‑saving initiatives while sustaining quality.
• Troubleshoot production issues and recommend corrective actions.
• Train and support production staff on new processes and equipment and develop standardized work.
• Monitor production KPIs and prepare reports for management.
• Oversee and optimize manufacturing processes that results in enhanced capability, productivity and efficiency. Processes include:
• CNC Machining (vertical mill, 5-axis mill, swiss screw and lathe), coiling, laser cutting / laser welding, small parts assembly, finishing / polishing, and packaging.
• Contribute to development and sustaining effort of manufacturing KPI’s. Analyze production data and identify areas for improvement.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

SKILLS

• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, automation, and lean methodologies.
• Proficiency in CAD software, process simulation, and data analysis tools.
• Experience in an ISO9001 preferred.
• Excellent problem‑solving and analytical skills to deliver results through root cause / corrective action activities.
• Strong communication and leadership abilities.
• Self‑starter with strong initiative and demonstrated leadership ability to work collaboratively in a team‑oriented environment.
• Knowledge of Six Sigma, Lean Manufacturing, or related methodologies is a plus.
• Contribute to development of standard KPI’s in an entrepreneurial environment.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related field preferred or equivalent experience preferred.
• Proven experience in a production or manufacturing engineering role. 5+ years’ experience with demonstrated progression.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience in a high‑volume manufacturing environment.
• Familiarity with ERP systems (ex: NetSuite) and production planning tools.
• Self‑starter with strong initiative and demonstrated leadership ability to work collaboratively in a team‑oriented environment.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish is preferred.
• Certification in Six Sigma, Lean Manufacturing is preferred.

Qualifications