Senior Manufacturing Engineer

Applied Resource Group; Brea (CA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Tuition reimbursement

Career growth opportunities

Innovative environment

Job summary

An established industry player in aerospace manufacturing is looking for a Manufacturing Engineer to lead production planning and optimize processes. This role involves hands-on leadership on the shop floor, driving operational excellence in a fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of experience in manufacturing engineering, particularly in aerospace or precision metal forming, and will be responsible for implementing lean manufacturing practices. This is a unique opportunity to join a high-impact leadership team and contribute to innovative manufacturing technologies while enjoying competitive salary and benefits.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in manufacturing engineering or supply chain management.
• Strong leadership experience in coaching and mentoring planners.

Responsibilities

• Oversee production planning and enhance process efficiencies.
• Lead metal forming manufacturing processes and implement lean strategies.

Skills

Manufacturing Engineering

Leadership

Process Optimization

Lean Manufacturing

Data-Driven Decision Making

Supply Chain Management

Coaching and Mentoring

Scheduling

Education

Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing Engineering

Mechanical Engineering

Tools

MRP/ERP systems

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Applied Resource Group provided pay range

This range is provided by Applied Resource Group. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

$140,000.00/yr - $180,000.00/yr

Additional compensation types

Annual Bonus

Manufacturing Engineer – Aerospace

Location: Brea, CA

Industry: Aerospace Manufacturing

About the Company

A leading aerospace manufacturer specializing in precision-engineered fasteners and metal components is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer with aerospace or relevant metal forming experience. This company operates with cutting-edge manufacturing processes, including Hot & Cold Heading, Nut Forming, Screw Machining, Sheet Metal Nuts and Baskets, Tapping, Crimping, Machining, Threading, Grinding, Assembly, Heat Treating, and Plating.

This is an onsite leadership role with a focus on shop floor planning, process optimization, and operational excellence. The ideal candidate has experience leading planners, driving improvements in scheduling, and managing plant operations in a $150M+ revenue manufacturing environment.

The Role

As a Manufacturing Engineer, you will oversee production planning, enhance process efficiencies, and lead a team of planners to meet operational goals. You will work hands-on with the shop floor team and collaborate with engineering and supply chain teams to optimize production.

Key Responsibilities

• Manufacturing Process Oversight:
• Lead and optimize metal forming manufacturing processes (hot & cold heading, nut forming, machining, grinding, threading, and assembly).
• Implement lean manufacturing and continuous improvement strategies to reduce waste and increase efficiency.
• Identify and execute process improvements for quality, cost, and production speed.
• Shop Floor & Plant Operations Leadership:
• Direct shop floor planning and scheduling to align with production goals.
• Manage daily plant operations, ensuring streamlined execution of manufacturing workflows.
• Be an onsite leader 5+ days per week, setting expectations for a team where many direct reports work 6 days a week.
• Mentor and coach planners on best practices in scheduling and materials planning (this is not a procurement role).
• Drive cross-functional collaboration between manufacturing, engineering, and supply chain teams.
• Oversee staffing, training, and leadership development for direct reports in plant operations.
• Supply Chain & Scheduling Improvement:
• Lead Sales, Inventory & Operations Planning (SIOP) implementation to improve forecasting and production efficiency.
• Drive master scheduling improvements to optimize material flow and reduce downtime.
• Utilize data-driven decision-making to enhance inventory and production management.

What We’re Looking For

• 10+ years of experience in manufacturing engineering or Supply Chain Management with strong Manufacturing process experience, ideally in aerospace or precision metal forming.
• Strong leadership experience—must have prior experience coaching and mentoring planners.
• Shop floor planning experience and direct plant operations exposure.
• Experience managing $150M+ revenue operations with direct reports.
• SIOP implementation experience and a track record of improving scheduling processes.
• Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field preferred.
• Proficiency in MRP/ERP systems and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Willingness to be onsite 5+ days a week, leading a hands-on operational team.

Why Join Us?

• Competitive salary and benefits, including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), and tuition reimbursement.
• Career growth opportunities within a confidential aerospace manufacturer.
• Innovative environment leveraging advanced manufacturing technologies and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Be part of a high-impact leadership team driving operational excellence.

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Engineering, Supply Chain, and Manufacturing

Industries

Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing and Motor Vehicle Manufacturing