Manufacturing/Process Engineer
$75,000–$114,000 year
On-siteNew Braunfels, Texas, United States
Job Summary
Optimize manufacturing processes, implement automation systems, and lead continuous improvement initiatives to enhance productivity and quality in production facilities. Conduct root cause analysis to address production issues and defects, while creating and maintaining process documentation including setup matrices and work instructions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams on new product introductions and design for manufactability, providing technical support and training to production staff. Analyze production data to identify improvement areas and ensure compliance with safety regulations and quality standards. Participate in equipment selection, installation, and qualification, and troubleshoot complex manufacturing equipment and process issues. This role requires a Bachelor's in Engineering and experience with automation technologies, PLC programming, and lean manufacturing principles.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, preferably in Manufacturing, Electrical, Mechanical, or Industrial Engineering
- Exposure to a manufacturing environment
- Knowledge of automation equipment, including scanners, vision systems, and automated placement equipment
- Proficiency in CAD software, preferably SolidWorks
- Ability to read schematics and/or engineering drawings
- Excellent problem-solving skills and experience with root cause analysis techniques
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite and manufacturing-related software applications
- Knowledge of lean manufacturing principles and quality management systems (e.g., ISO 9001)
- Experience in process documentation and creating standard work instructions
- Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and lead cross-functional projects
- Strong analytical and organizational skills with attention to detail
- Willingness to work in a dynamic, fast-paced manufacturing environment
- Able to work outside of traditional work hours
- Legal authorization to work in the U.S.
- Ability to work on a manufacturing shopfloor environment
- Must wear company-provided ESD safety-toed shoes, smock, and other PPE in required areas
- Sitting or standing for 8+ hours, reaching, and using hands/fingers to operate a computer and other office equipment
- Must be able to push, pull, reach, twist, turn, stoop for duration of 8+ hour shifts
- Ability to lift or carry objects up to 40 lbs. unassisted
- Ability to climb ladders
- Ability to bend at waist and perform repetitive foot and hand action
- Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate any required computer keyboard, mouse, and other technical instruments
Desired Qualifications
- 2+ years of experience in manufacturing engineering or a related field
- Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes, automation technologies, PLC programming and continuous improvement methodologies
- Demonstrated ability in electrical and pneumatic troubleshooting
- Experience with a wide range of hand tools and mechanical assembly
- Project management and documentation experience
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