Second-Shift Manufacturing Engineer & Production Lead

Ralliant; Hollister (CA); On-site; USD 83,000 - 155,000; Full time

Job summary

Ralliant seeks a talented second shift Manufacturing Engineer/Production Supervisor to lead a small production team and handle engineering duties for the shift. You will guide workflow, ensure safety and quality, and drive continuous improvement while collaborating with cross-functional teams.

The role requires a strong background in manufacturing engineering, supervisory experience, and the ability to work independently to optimize operations on the second shift.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related discipline; equivalent experience acceptable.
• 2–3 years of manufacturing engineering experience in a production environment.
• Prior supervisory experience, preferably second shift or independent leadership role.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint).
• Experience with SolidWorks or AutoCAD.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise a second shift production team, ensuring safety, quality, delivery, and cost standards.
• Develop, implement, and sustain manufacturing processes for new and existing products, focusing on efficiency, productivity, and continuous improvement.
• Review product designs and create clear work instructions and process procedures for operational personnel.
• Prepare and manage production schedules, resource allocations, and workflow maps to optimize operations.
• Estimate labor, material, tooling, and equipment costs for proposals and production planning.
• Design tooling and fixtures for production and inspection, supporting capital equipment justification and installation.
• Conduct process capability studies, audits, and time studies to identify and eliminate waste.
• Maintain and update SOPs, DCNs, and SWIs.
• Lead staffing activities: interview, hire, train, and evaluate team members, ensuring compliance with policies.
• Assign duties and review work for accuracy and conformance to quality standards.
• Communicate goals, expectations, and progress through daily management meetings.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support manufacturing processes and value streams.

Skills

MS Office

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

Problem-solving

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing/Industrial/Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

Job description

Ralliant seeks a talented second shift Manufacturing Engineer/Production Supervisor to lead a small production team and handle engineering duties for the shift. You will guide workflow, ensure safety and quality, and drive continuous improvement while collaborating with cross-functional teams.

The role requires a strong background in manufacturing engineering, supervisory experience, and the ability to work independently to optimize operations on the second shift.