Job Description
Manufacturing Engineer - Operations Support
Dept : Operations Support (640)
Reports To : Director of Manufacturing & Continuous Improvement
Location : Riverside, CA (Onsite)
Hours : 5 : 00 AM - 1 : 30 PM (OT as needed)
Pay Range : $95k
Summary
Supports manufacturing processes, continuous improvement initiatives, and the development of methods and work instructions. Collects and analyzes process-control data, reduces non-conformities, collaborates with cross-functional teams, and trains manufacturing personnel. Manages multiple engineering projects in a fast-paced environment while ensuring ITAR compliance.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide test engineering support
- Lead and implement Lean / CI tools : 5S, Value Stream Mapping, Process Mapping, Kaizen
- Mentor plant floor staff in continuous improvement
- Drive problem solving and waste reduction
- Conduct time studies, line balancing, and layout optimization
- Reduce bottlenecks and process limitations; support planning and maintenance
- Develop and document standard work and production rates
- Design, test, source, and justify tools, equipment, and machinery
- Support root-cause analysis, corrective actions, and customer complaint resolution
- Develop product quality plans and inspection methodologies
- Maintain visual management boards
- Collaborate with design engineering on component and sub-assembly testing
- Interact effectively with all departments and manage shifting priorities
Qualifications
BS degree in a related field or 5-10 years in manufacturing / test engineeringExperience with air-separation equipment, manufacturing processes, and electrical troubleshootingProficient in Lean, Six Sigma, process control, and FMEA (Green / Black Belt preferred)Strong organizational, communication, problem-solving, and project-management skillsMust be a U.S. Person under ITARComputer Skills
ERP / MRP systems (EPICOR preferred)Method of Manufacturing creationMicrosoft Excel & Word; Vantage ERP a plusPhysical Demands & Work Environment
Lift up to 50 lbs occasionallyQuiet office environment; production floor may be noisyMeet Your Recruiter
Vanessa Rivera