Senior Manufacturing Engineer

Key Responsibilities:Lead Lean, Six Sigma (DMAIC), and digital transformation initiativesIdentify and eliminate operational bottlenecks (quality escapes, long prep times, inefficient assembly, rework, etc.)Document and systematize informal practices into Standard Work, SOPs, and implement visual management systems Develop KPIs and analyze shop floor data (scrap, downtime, OTD, cycle time) to drive root cause and corrective actionsImplement digital tools (Power BI, Excel, Power Automate, ERP integrations) to support a paperless, data-driven factoryFacilitate Kaizen events, Gemba walks, and cross-functional problem-solving sessionsTrain and coach operators, leads, and supervisors in practical Lean toolsMeasure and report cost savings, hours reduced, and risk mitigationRequired Qualifications:Bachelor’s degree in Industrial, Manufacturing, Mechanical Engineering, or related field3+ years of hands-on manufacturing engineering or continuous improvement experienceStrong knowledge of Lean (5S, VSM, SMED, Poka-Yoke, Visual Management) and Six Sigma (DMAIC)Proven record of measurable operational improvementsExperience developing Standard Work and operator-level trainingFamiliarity with shop floor digital tools and ERP systemsBilingual English/Spanish RequiredPreferredSix Sigma Black Belt or Lean certificationAerospace, heavy fabrication, or complex assembly experienceERP transition or MES implementation experienceKnowledge of ISO 9001 / AS9100