Clayton Services is searching for a Manufacturing Engineer to join a thriving company in South Houston. The Engineer will be responsible for continuously improving manufacturing processes.
Job Type : Direct Hire
Pay Rate : $85,000 / year
Benefits : Full benefits are available, including medical, dental, vision, 401k, PTO, and more.
Manufacturing Engineer Responsibilities :
- Set continuous improvement goals and execute action plans.
- Provide daily support for manufacturing processes, quality, equipment functionality, uptime, and KPI management.
- Apply lean manufacturing skills to reduce costs, enhance quality, and improve workflows.
- Train production, technician, and support staff on processes.
- Support DOE, 8D, FMEA, Six Sigma, and DFP analyses and Kaizen activities.
- Collaborate with NPD and Design Engineering to revise and sustain product designs, providing mechanical engineering expertise.
- Develop and manage project schedules for product launches and design modifications.
- Assist in redesigning internal components to enhance quality, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness.
- Develop engineering solutions through problem-solving and root-cause analysis.
- Participate in cross-functional teams for product modifications and improvements.
- Support new product pilot runs and mass production preparations.
- Partner with Design Engineering to produce rapid prototypes using machining, welding, and sewing.
- Create preventive maintenance plans to maintain equipment without compromising quality or capability.
- Build R&D test samples to validate new designs and concepts.
- Fabricate test fixtures and equipment for R&D and Compliance projects.
- Develop manufacturing jigs and fixtures for new and existing products.
- Support VA / VE projects with manufacturing and prototyping expertise.
- Adhere to company processes and ISO procedures.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
- Up to 10% of domestic / international travel is required.
Manufacturing Engineer Skills and Abilities :
- Strong grasp of manufacturing engineering theory, processes, and practices.
- Expertise in at least two areas : Fall Protection Equipment (Hard and Soft Goods), assembly processes, or manufacturing engineering support.
- Knowledge of Lean manufacturing concepts : Kaizen, value stream mapping, Kanban, demand flow technology, line balancing, and time studies.
- Proficient in core manufacturing documentation : PFMEAs, PCPs, PFDs, DFA / DFM, high-volume manufacturing, and engineering change processes.
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, compliance, and attention to detail.
- Strong project management skills.
- Effective verbal and written communication skills for all organizational levels.
- Strong interpersonal and collaboration skills for teamwork.
- Microsoft Office proficiency
- Basic statistics knowledge
Manufacturing Engineer Education and Experience :
- A bachelor's degree in mechanical, industrial, or electrical engineering is required
- A minimum of two years of experience in a production or manufacturing engineering role is required
- Experience working in the safety products industry is a plus
- Six Sigma Certification is a plus
Manufacturing Engineer - Immediate need. Apply today!
30+ days ago