Full-Time - 401k, Dental Insurance, Life Insurance, Medical Insurance, Vision
POSITION SUMMARY
The Manufacturing Engineer is responsible for developing, implementing, validating, and optimizing manufacturing processes for electrical and mechanical assembly and fabrication operations. This role supports new product introduction (NPI), process development, and continuous improvement initiatives to enhance productivity, product quality, worker safety, and cost efficiency. The Manufacturing Engineer provides technical leadership and hands-on support to manufacturing operations through process control, production line designs, root cause analysis, tooling and fixture development, automation projects, and compliance with quality management systems. Working cross-functionally with engineering, quality, supply chain, and production teams, this position ensures robust, scalable, and efficient manufacturing processes that support business objectives and customer requirements.
POSITION GUIDELINES
Effective interpersonal and team leadership skills.
Able to solve complex problems. Sound judgement and decision making.
Ability to communicate and implement change.
JOB DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Analyze and optimize manufacturing processes to improve production efficiency, quality, safety, and cost performance.
Develop, document, validate, and maintain manufacturing procedures, work instructions, process flows, and engineering documentation.
Lead continuous improvement initiatives utilizing Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, Kaizen, 5S, SPC, and other operational excellence methodologies.
Perform root cause analysis, failure investigations, and implement corrective and preventive actions (CAPA) to resolve manufacturing and quality issues.
Design, develop, and implement manufacturing fixtures, tooling, and assembly processes for electronics and mechanical assemblies.
Support operations involving soldering, epoxy dispensing, electromechanical assembly, tooling designs, and related manufacturing processes.
Works with operators, vendors, and tool designers to develop tooling designs and implement the tooling with the operators on the production floor.
Collaborate with production, quality, supply chain, engineering, vendors, and customers to resolve technical issues and improve manufacturing performance.
Establish process controls, collect and analyze production data, develop labor standards, and monitor key manufacturing metrics.
Support installation, qualification, and validation of new manufacturing equipment and capital projects.
Lead new product introduction (NPI) activities, ensuring successful transfer of products from design into production.
Develop and maintain APQP documentation including Process Flow Diagrams (PFD), PFMEA, Control Plans, MSA studies, and process validation protocols.
Conduct capability studies and equipment/process qualifications including IQ, OQ, and PQ activities.
Support compliance with ISO 9001, ISO 13485, and applicable regulatory requirements.
Identify and implement automation solutions to improve manufacturing throughput, consistency, and product quality.
QUALIFICATIONS
Experience/Background
Minimum 5 years of Manufacturing Engineering experience in a production environment.
Medical device manufacturing experience preferred.
Experience supporting mixed electrical and mechanical assembly.
Hands-on experience with processes including soldering, epoxy application, tooling, fixtures, and manufacturing equipment.
Experience with process validation, process control, and manufacturing documentation systems.
Proven success leading continuous improvement and cost reduction initiatives.
This position requires use of information which is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). This position requires individuals who are U.S. persons or protected individuals within the meaning of ITAR. ITAR defines U.S. persons and protected individuals as a U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e., 'Green Card Holder'), U.S. Temporary Resident, Political Asylee, or Refugee.
SKILLS
Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies.
APQP, PFMEA, Control Plans, SPC, MSA, CAPA, and Root Cause Analysis.
Process validation methodologies including IQ/OQ/PQ preferred.
Manufacturing automation and equipment integration.
ERP/MRP systems and production planning tools.
CAD software experience; SolidWorks preferred.
Statistical analysis and process capability evaluation.
Microsoft Office Suite proficiency.
Strong problem-solving capabilities.
Proficient in English (reading, writing & verbal skills)
Effective interpersonal skills to drive tasks to completion
EDUCATION
Bachelor of Science in Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or related technical discipline.
Equivalent combination of education and relevant engineering experience will be considered.
Darren has over 16 years of experience in talent acquisition
Darren specializes in Supply Chain & Manufacturing and has an extraordinarily strong network of professionals in these industries that allows him to reach passive candidates and bring high-end talent to his clients.
Personal philosophy
Darren takes the time to understand his client’s business plans for growth, and then develops a recruiting plan to fit within the overall goals of the business.
The more value he can add by offering his expertise on hiring in the industry and the overall job market, the easier it is to become a partner to his clients.
Professional Philosophy
Darren and his team are entrenched in the markets they serve, which allows them to bring value to our clients beyond recruiting, bringing market data, consulting and other industry news that is valuable to our client’s growth.
This includes becoming part of the same professional groups, heavy networking in the industries and years of recruiting experience to be part of the same world and gain access to a strong candidate pool.
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