Manufacturing Engineer II

$85,000 - $95,000/Yr

Insight Global - Los Alamitos, CA

Full-time

Los Alamitos, CA

Administrative and Support Services

About the position

The Manufacturing Engineer position at Arrowhead Products involves supporting the manufacturing team in evaluating, developing, planning, coordinating, directing, and improving manufacturing processes. This role is crucial in facilitating the development and improvement of manufacturing processes in collaboration with various departments, including Engineering, Production Control, Contracts, Maintenance, Estimating, Sales, Accounting, and Purchasing. A significant focus will be on tooling and equipment upgrades, as well as managing special projects that enhance production efficiency and quality. In this role, the Manufacturing Engineer will plan and execute complex engineering assignments across multiple production lines to ensure the effective manufacture of company products. Participation in quotation proposals is also a key responsibility, where the engineer will develop manufacturing concepts alongside company members to establish efficient production methods that meet engineering, quality, and customer requirements. The position requires active participation in product and process development, including design reviews, where the engineer will approve engineering drawings and ensure a smooth transition into production. Coordination and advisory roles will be necessary for establishing and applying methods, materials, and equipment effectively. The engineer will provide technical assistance to supervisors, helping them understand manufacturing plans and achieve optimal results. Additionally, the Manufacturing Engineer will work closely with tool engineering on the planning, design, construction, procurement, proofing, and release of tooling. They will expedite, control, and monitor projects throughout all production phases, conduct failure analyses, and act as a liaison between supervisors and other departments to ensure effective communication and problem resolution. The role also involves reviewing and approving engineering documentation to ensure compliance with manufacturing concepts and practices, investigating design and process change requests, and participating in the review of non-conforming materials. Cost analysis for designated product lines and vendor coordination are also part of the responsibilities. The engineer will provide operational guidance to Manufacturing Engineering and Technicians and participate in Lean Manufacturing activities, including 6S and Kaizen events. This job description is not exhaustive, and additional duties may be assigned as necessary.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate, develop, plan, coordinate, direct, and improve manufacturing processes.
• Facilitate manufacturing process development/improvement with various departments.
• Plan and perform complex manufacturing engineering assignments on production lines.
• Participate in quotation proposals by developing manufacturing concepts.
• Participate in product and process development and design reviews.
• Approve engineering drawings and ensure smooth transfer into production.
• Coordinate and advise on methods, materials, and equipment application.
• Provide technical assistance to supervisors on day-to-day operations.
• Cooperate with tool engineering on tooling planning and design.
• Expedite, control, and monitor projects throughout production phases.
• Conduct failure analysis and act as a liaison between departments.
• Provide proper communications and resolve production issues.
• Review and approve engineering drawings and documentation.
• Investigate and approve design and process change requests.
• Participate in review and dispositioning of non-conforming materials.
• Conduct cost analysis for cost control of designated product lines.
• Recommend vendors and coordinate on vendor-related problems.
• Furnish operational guidance to Manufacturing Engineering and Technicians.
• Conduct and participate in Lean Manufacturing activities.

Requirements

• Requires a related four (4) year college degree or equivalent combination of experience and education.
• Three (3) to Six (6) years of Manufacturing Engineering experience in aerospace manufacturing or related industry.
• Proficient in interpreting complex engineering, tool, and equipment drawings.
• Proficient math and analytical skills.
• Solid understanding of metallurgical properties of metals used in aerospace.
• Experience in aerospace manufacturing processes, including assembly, welding, machining, forming, cleaning, and inspection.
• Experience working with aerospace materials such as stainless, nickel, titanium, aluminum, and tool steels.
• Solid project management skills.
• Experience planning/managing capital expenditures.
• Computer/software proficiency.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.