Staff Manufacturing Engineer

ZT Systems; Secaucus, Northern (NJ, KY); Hybrid; USD 93,000 - 136,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base salary

Bonus eligibility

401(k) plan

Tuition reimbursement

Health, dental, vision insurance

Mental health resources

Life and disability insurance

Paid time off and holidays

Parental leave

Training & growth

Job summary

ZT Systems, a Sanmina Company, seeks a Senior Manufacturing Process Engineer to lead measurement and analysis of manufacturing processes, develop tooling, implement SOPs, and drive continuous improvements across the end-to-end production line.

You will design layouts for efficiency, generate PFMEA and Control Plans, and mentor junior engineers while collaborating with cross-functional teams to enable new products and onboard customers. Strong data analytics and problem-solving skills required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant engineering field is required.
• 6+ years in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience with Lean, Kaizen and Six Sigma.
• Ability to mine data and draw actionable conclusions.
• Strong collaboration across functions and teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead measurement and analysis of manufacturing processes and develop tooling.
• Create and maintain process documentation (PFMEA, Control Plans, Process Flow).
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives using 6S, Lean and other methods.
• Support factory operations, resolve interruptions, and manage project schedules.

Skills

Continuous Improvement

Lean Manufacturing

Six Sigma

Data analysis

Cross-functional collaboration

Project management

Effective communication

MS Office

Factory simulation

DFM reviews

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Industrial/Mechanical/Computer Engineering

Tools

FlexSim

Microsoft Office

Job description

About the role: The Senior Manufacturing Process Engineer is responsible for leading the measurement and analysis of manufacturing processes, developing processes and related tooling, implementing standard operating procedures, driving continuous improvements in the factory, implementing new technologies, leading and supporting long term initiatives, teaching best practices for engineering and factory execution, and mentoring more junior members of the Manufacturing Engineering Team. The Senior Manufacturing Engineer’s scope of responsibility covers the end-to-end production process (material preparation, assembly, testing, and shipment preparation) and the factory’s interaction with external departments.

What you’ll do:

• New Product Introduction: Provide detailed assessments and critical DFM reviews of new products and process design Interface with cross-functional engineering teams to review manufacturing feasibility and perform impact assessments Translate high level product requirements and customer requests into actionable factory level actions Enable factory infrastructure, processes and shop floor control systems to manufacture new products and onboard new customers Facilitate new product handoffs to mass production
• Process Development: Design, develop and implement new product manufacturing processes Prioritize process flexibility to accommodate rapid and diverse product turnover Design layouts of the factory floor for improved process flow, ergonomics, and efficiency Generate and maintain process documentation like PFMEA, Control Plans, Process Flow Charts, Value Stream Maps
• Continuous Improvement: Collect and analyze key production metrics such as cycle time and yield to identify opportunities for process or quality improvements Perform manufacturing and engineering support activities like 6S, Lean Manufacturing, process improvements
• Factory Support: Root cause and efficiently resolve factory interruptions Lead the proposal and initiation and implementation of corrective actions Manage schedule and budget of projects Document, escalar and improve issues reported by factory team Assist with improving support management systems

What you bring:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Industrial, Mechanical, Computer Engineering or related field
• 6+ years of related experience in a manufacturing environment
• Experience with and passion for Continuous Improvement, Lean, Kaizen, and Six Sigma methodologies
• Capability to apply technical expertise in changeable or varied scenarios
• Problem-solving skills with an emphasis on collaboration and flexibility
• Analytical skills, including the ability to mine data to draw meaningful conclusions
• Familiarity with Data Analytics best practices
• Ability to simplify complex issues for diverse audiences
• Ability to consolidate information from numerous sources into a plan/direction for the organization
• Experience with Microsoft Office tools (Outlook, Excel, and Word)
• Ability to prioritize projects and deliverables in a fast-paced environment
• Experience with factory simulation software, FlexSim preferred
• Strong verbal and written communications skills

ZT Systems, a Sanmina Company, assesses market data to ensure a competitive compensation package is created for all our employees. The typical base salary for this position is expected to be between $93,000 and $136,400 annually. If hired, the final base salary will be determined on an individual basis taking into consideration experience, skills, knowledge, education and/or certifications. Base salary is just one component of ZT Systems total rewards philosophy. We take pride in offering a wide range of benefits and perks that appeal to the variety of needs across our diverse employee base. Other rewards may include bonus, paid time off, 401(k) retirement savings plan, tuition reimbursement, wellbeing resources, and more.

We are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this opportunity but your experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

About ZT Systems

At ZT Systems, a Sanmina Company, you’ll get to do work you are proud of alongside smart, passionate people. Every day, there are opportunities to collaborate with the best in the industry to design, build, and deliver impactful solutions to world-class customers. Along the way, you will gain hands‑on experience in a fast‑paced environment that’s challenging, rewarding, and career‑defining. A culture built around our values we work hard and think fast. We view challenges as opportunities—to do better, push harder, and be faster than we were the day before. When we fail, we learn from it and move on together. And when we succeed, we use the momentum to go even further. We create value with everything we do, building the foundation of today—and transforming the future of tomorrow. Join ZT Systems and help us build technology infrastructure that connects the world.

What We Offer

• Compensation & Financial Security
  • Competitive base salary
  • Performance-based annual bonus eligibility
  • 401(k) retirement savings plan
  • Tuition reimbursement for eligible education programs
• Health & Wellness
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage with access to leading providers
  • Mental health resources and employee wellness support programs
  • Company-paid life and disability insurance
• Time Away & Work-Life Balance
  • Paid time off (PTO) and company‑paid holidays
  • Parental leave and family care support programs
• Growth & Purpose
  • Structured training programs and on‑job learning opportunities
  • Matching gifts and volunteer programs to support causes you care about

Full benefits and eligibility varies by work location. Learn more about our benefits here.

ZT Group Int’l. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. ZT Systems provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. Please be aware that certain positions may require the applicant to either 1) be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or 2) be eligible to obtain an export control license or license exception from the Bureau of Industry and Science & U.S. Department of Commerce. All offers of employment will be conditional subject to the foregoing.

Learn more at www.ztsystems.com