Manufacturing Engineer

Main Tasks

• Develop, optimize, and sustain manufacturing processes focused on efficiency, quality, ergonomics, and safety.
• Analyze manufacturing flow, bottlenecks, cycle times, labor utilization, and machine performance.
• Conduct time studies, line balancing activities, and capacity analysis.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives using Lean Manufacturing principles.
• Develop standardized work instructions, process documentation, and visual management systems.
• Support process validations, DOE activities, PFMEA development, and Control Plans.
• Lead root cause investigations and implement corrective actions for process and quality issues.
• Support automated manufacturing equipment and motion systems including Cartesian systems and automated production equipment.
• Develop, modify, and optimize machine recipes and automated process parameters.
• Implement poka-yoke systems and engineered safeguards to improve safety and product quality.
• Support troubleshooting and optimization of HMIs, sensors, pneumatic systems, and automated processes.
• Assist with commissioning, FAT/SAT execution, startup support, and equipment validation activities.
• Work with integrators, vendors, and Maintenance to improve equipment reliability and process robustness.
• Design fixtures, tooling, machine guards, brackets, and process improvements using SolidWorks.
• Create and maintain technical drawings and manufacturing layouts.
• Support manufacturing-related CAPEX projects and equipment modifications.
• Assist with equipment installation planning, process integration, and startup execution.
• Provide direct floor support to production operations and manufacturing personnel.
• Support TPM initiatives and equipment reliability programs.
• Monitor and improve KPIs related to downtime, labor efficiency, scrap, throughput, and OEE.
• Participate in Kaizen events and operational excellence initiatives.
• Support operator training and process implementation activities.
• Work closely with Operations, Maintenance, Quality, Production Scheduling, Procurement, and EHS teams.
• Maintain strong communication and responsiveness while supporting production needs.
• Build positive working relationships with operators, supervisors, technicians, engineers, and vendors.
• Contribute actively to continuous improvement initiatives and problem-solving activities.
• Support a culture of accountability, operational excellence, and teamwork throughout the facility.