Manufacturing Engineer

Manufacturing Engineer-Temp to Hire in Poway, CAGeneral Overview

• Position develops and implements optimal, cost-effective manufacturing processes and methods in accordance with product specifications and quality standards; recommends and implements improvements to production processes, methods and controls; coordinates manufacturing launch for new or revised products. Works under general supervision. Exercises judgment within defined procedures and practices to determine appropriate action; a certain degree of creativity and latitude is required.
• Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
• Review production schedules, engineering specifications, process flows, and other information to understand methods and activities in manufacturing and services
• Supports production and provides technical knowledge for the successful completion of products in compliance with Engineering drawings and quality standards.
• Analyzes and plans work force utilization, space requirements, and workflow, and designs layout of equipment and workspace for maximum efficiency.
• Recommends and implements process improvements that will enhance manufacturing, quality and reduce cost of parts and assemblies.
• Confers with management, engineering, and other staff regarding manufacturing capabilities, production schedules, and other considerations to facilitate production processes.
• Develops, evaluates and improves manufacturing methods.
• Specify and/or design tooling fixtures, special machinery, and equipment to facilitate the manufacture of parts and assemblies.
• Perform failure analysis to determine root cause and apply appropriate problem solving methods.
• Interfaces with design engineering on product designs.
• Daily availability to include evenings and weekends when necessary to reach goals and deadlines.

• Bachelor's degree (B.S.) from four-year college or university in a related field and 2-5 years of directly related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Experienced developing software in LabVIEW or SQL.
• Background in electromechanical assembly preferred.
• Experience in process improvement for reduction in waste, reduction in cost
• or improvement in control.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Experience in process design, troubleshooting and refinement within an
• electromechanical test environment.
• Experience in writing assembly / test procedures.
• Successful background working in cross-departmental teams.
• Experience with SolidWorks a plus.
• Language Skills: Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers and the general public.
• Mathematical Skills: Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference, and fundamentals of solid geometry and trigonometry. Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.
• Reasoning Ability: Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
• Computer Skills: To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of MS Office applications, databases and ERP software.