Arrowhead Products - Los Alamitos, CA
posted 6 months ago
The Manufacturing Engineer II position at Arrowhead Products in Los Alamitos, CA, is a critical role that supports the manufacturing process by evaluating, developing, planning, coordinating, directing, and improving manufacturing processes. This position requires collaboration with various departments, including Engineering, Production Control, Contracts, Maintenance, Estimating, Sales, Accounting, and Purchasing, with a strong emphasis on tooling and equipment upgrades as well as special projects. The role is essential in ensuring that manufacturing processes are efficient and meet the prescribed engineering, quality, and customer requirements. In this role, the Manufacturing Engineer will plan and perform complex engineering assignments across various production lines to manufacture company products. The engineer will participate in quotation proposals by developing manufacturing concepts in collaboration with other company members, ensuring that products are manufactured efficiently. Additionally, the engineer will be involved in product and process development, design reviews, and will approve all engineering drawings to facilitate a smooth transition into production. This includes coordinating and advising on the establishment and application of methods, materials, and equipment. The Manufacturing Engineer II will provide technical assistance to supervisors regarding day-to-day operations, ensuring that manufacturing plans are communicated effectively and that optimum results are achieved. The role also involves expediting, controlling, and monitoring projects throughout all production phases, conducting failure analyses, and acting as a liaison between supervisors and other departments. The engineer will review and approve engineering drawings and documentation to ensure conformance to manufacturing concepts and established practices, as well as investigate and approve design and process change requests. Cost analysis for designated product lines is another key responsibility, along with recommending vendors and coordinating on vendor-related issues. The engineer will also participate in Lean Manufacturing activities, including 6S and Kaizen events, to promote continuous improvement within the manufacturing processes. This job description is not exhaustive, and other duties may be assigned as necessary.