Manufacturing Engineer

Houston, MS - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: Yesterday

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

We are seeking a manufacturing engineer who can keep up with our fast-paced hands-on and value-driven manufacturing this role the ideal candidate will work effectively with management manufacturing technicians fellow engineers and suppliers to support manufacturing process improvements quality assurance initiatives production planning purchasing and shop operations. This position combines technical problem-solving with practical hands-on manufacturing experience.

Responsibilities:

Improving Manufacturing Capabilities

Assist in developing and improving production capabilities
Support implementation of new processes tooling fixtures and equipment
Help evaluate and improve manufacturing equipment utilization and capacity
Assist with introduction of new materials processes and technologies

CNC Programming & Machining Support

Experience programming setting up and operating CNC machines in a production environment
Assist with CNC program development and optimization using CAD/CAM software
Support machine setup tooling selection and first-article verification
Troubleshoot machining issues and implement process improvements to ensure quality and efficiency
Maintain safe and organized machining practices in alignment with shop standards

Quality Assurance

Assist with inspection measurement and quality documentation
Support corrective and preventive actions for quality issues
Help maintain quality standards and procedures
Work with operators to resolve nonconformance issues

Production Planning

Assist with job routing and production planning
Monitor job progress and help resolve bottlenecks
Support scheduling to meet customer delivery requirements
Help improve workflow and shop organization

Purchasing

Assist with sourcing raw materials tooling and supplies
Work with vendors and suppliers
Monitor inventory levels and help prevent shortages
Support cost control and purchasing documentation

Operations Support

Assist with day-to-day shop supervision
Help coordinate between engineering production and management
Support machine setup improvements and standard workflows

Continuous Improvement

Identify opportunities to improve efficiency and reduce waste
Assist with time studies and process documentation
Support tooling and fixture improvements
Help standardize best practices

Required Qualifications

Bachelors degree in Mechanical Industrial or Production engineering
3-5 years of manufacturing industry experience
Hands-on experience in a manufacturing environment
Experienced utilizing CAD/CAM software
Experienced programming setting up and operating CNC machines and various shop equipment
Excellent knowledge of material properties and manufacturing processes
Proficient understanding of geometric dimensioning and tolerancing theory and application (GD&T)
Ability to read interpret and develop documents such as blueprints quality documents operating and maintenance manuals and procedural instructions
Strong computer skills including Microsoft Office products
Exhibits a self-driven character and overcomes challenges with a positive attitude
Possess excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
Possess strong skills in the following: verbal listening written and non-verbal communication
This position requires a team-oriented individual who can collaborate with other machinists assemblers engineers and logistics personnel to meet production requirements
Must be adaptable to changing environment competing demands and can deal with frequent change delays or unexpected events
Interest in continuing to develop a professional career in manufacturing
Must be able to pass a pre-employment background check and drug screen

Preferred Qualifications

Strong hands-on experience with developing and manufacturing engineered products requiring CNC machining welding assembly and inspection
Experience with Fusion 360
Experience with SolidWorks
Experience with NetSuite

Physical Requirements

While performing the duties of this position the employee will be required to stand and walk for significant portions of the shift
Ability and willingness to lift objects weighing up to 50 lbs. walk climb reach kneel crawl and balance
Work for up to 10 hours in elements such as hot/cold warehouse/shop environment
Must be able to use hands for assembly and tool usage
Exposure to noise and warehouse elements
Safeguard self with Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) safety-toed shoes safety apparel eye protection (glasses goggles and/or facemask) as necessary for tasks

Required Experience: