Procurement engineer Jobs in Amarillo, TX

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The Manufacturing Engineer supports production by developing efficient processes, implementing automation, and improving workflow across the facility. This role designs and procures tools and fixtures, provides technical support to operators, creates assembly planning, and collaborates with Engineering to integrate design-for-assembly concepts. The position also applies lean principles, investigates root causes of defects, and drives continuous improvement to enhance quality, productivity, and cost efficiency.

Essential Job Functions:

• Prepare manufacturing cost estimates, including raw materials, purchased parts, machining, inspection, assembly, testing, and support labor.
• Review design layouts and engineering drawings; recommend modifications to improve manufacturability.
• Develop and maintain work instructions and process documentation in alignment with ISO 9001 requirements.
• Prepare operation sheets and manufacturing/assembly instructions detailing sequence of operations, tooling, machines, inspection processes, and test requirements.
• Incorporate Engineering Change Orders (ECOs), advanced ECOs, notices of revision, and approved engineering change proposals into operations and work instructions.
• Monitor and refine assembly and manufacturing instruction sheets to improve departmental efficiency.
• Serve as the manufacturing lead supporting Design-to-Cost initiatives.
• Evaluate material flow, assembly, and testing layouts to recommend facility modifications that improve operational efficiency.
• Initiate requisitions for tools, fixtures, and equipment; assist Purchasing with specifications and procurement.
• Develop corrective and preventative action plans as required.
• Perform duties associated with major build-to-print production programs and small development programs.
• Prepare estimates-to-complete for assigned programs and support reporting on cost or schedule discrepancies.

Schedule:

The standard schedule is Monday through Friday, 8-10 hour shifts, with the flexibility to work evenings and weekends as needed based on workload demands.

Note: The duties and responsibilities described on this document are not necessarily a comprehensive list and additional tasks may be assigned to the employee from time to time; and the scope of the job may change as necessitated by business demands.

Required Qualifications:

• Associate degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, or a related field or equivalent practical experience.
• 2+ years of experience in manufacturing engineering, process improvement, or related technical roles.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Ability to work in a team environment with strong communication skills.
• Flexibility to adapt to peak workloads and tight deadlines while maintaining accuracy and efficiency.
• Must be a U.S citizen.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with ERP/MRP systems such as ECI MAX, SAP, or Epicor.
• Proficiency with Creo, SolidWorks, 3D modeling, 2D drawings, and GD&T.
• Lean certifications (Lean Expert, Green Belt, Black Belt).

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.

Working Conditions

• Onsite position with office environment and occasional exposure to manufacturing areas.

Reasonable Accommodations

To accomplish this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform, with or without reasonable accommodation, each essential function satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodation may be made to help enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The pay range for this role is:
60,000 - 90,000 USD per year(Garrett Container - Amarillo, TX)

Compensation details: 60000-90000 Yearly Salary

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