
Senior Manufacturing Engineer – Auto Project Manager
Argen Corporation
full-time
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Location Type: Office
Location: San Diego • California • United States
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Salary
💰 $125,000 - $135,000 per year
Job Level
Tech Stack
About the role
- Contribute to the development, implementation, and maintenance of manufacturing processes to meet company targets for quality, performance, and cost
- Maintain operational readiness of manufacturing equipment, work with the manufacturing team to resolve issues, and spend significant time walking and working on the manufacturing floor
- Evaluate manufacturing processes and equipment to identify areas of improvement while actively assisting with production processes
- Engage directly in operations to ensure efficiency, quality, and safety compliance
- Manage manufacturing engineering projects including creating project plans, setting milestones, and troubleshooting problems
- Provide guidance, support, and mentoring to ensure professional growth and development of junior team members
- Foster a culture of collaboration and innovation within the team
- Identify opportunities for process optimization, efficiency improvements, and cost reduction in manufacturing operations
- Lead and support process improvement projects to enhance productivity and product quality
- Collaborate with product development & manufacturing teams to ensure seamless introduction of new products into the manufacturing process
- Provide expertise on design for manufacturability and assembly (DFMA) to optimize production processes and assure process capabilities
- Develop and optimize production schedules to meet customer demands and delivery timelines
- Coordinate with production supervisors and planners to ensure efficient workflow
- Oversee and be accountable for the development and implementation of manufacturing processes to maintain product functionality and cost efficiency and write associated SOPs
- Promote and maintain a culture of safety excellence
- Ensure compliance with all health and safety regulations and promote continuous improvement in safety practices
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date documentation of manufacturing processes, standard operating procedures (SOPs), work instructions (WIs) and engineering changes
- Prepare regular reports on key performance indicators (KPIs) for management review
- Develop and improve manufacturing processes including CNC machining, 3D printing, robotics, molding, milling, finishing, cleaning and packaging
- Familiarity with Solidworks, AutoDesk, MillBox, and/or other CAD/CAM and CNC type softwares
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent combination of training, education, and experience
- 8+ years of experience in manufacturing engineering or related roles within the manufacturing industry, including 3-5 years of people and/or project management experience
- Hands-on experience in high precision machining, automated works cells, and their integration with manufacturing master software
- Proficiency in computer-aided design (CAD) software (Solidworks), manufacturing software tools, and statistical analysis package (MiniTab/JMP)
- In-depth knowledge of manufacturing processes, Lean Manufacturing principles, Six Sigma methodologies, and real-time application of process improvements
- Proven ability to lead root cause analysis, problem-solving, and process optimization to improve manufacturing efficiency and quality
- Experience in a hands-on manufacturing environment, with direct involvement in production processes and the ability to work on the manufacturing floor for extended periods
- Strong project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and drive new product development
- Advanced knowledge of control procedures, such as Change Management, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), and Quality Management Systems (QMS)
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and senior management
Benefits
- Medical, dental and vision Plans
- 401k with Employer Match
- PTO
- Employee Events
- Wellness Programs
- Discounts for home, travel, entertainment and relaxation!
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
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Hard Skills & Tools
manufacturing processesCNC machining3D printingroboticsmoldingmillingfinishingcleaningpackagingLean Manufacturing
Soft Skills
project managementproblem-solvingcollaborationmentoringcommunicationinterpersonal skillsleadershipinnovationprocess optimizationsafety compliance