Manufacturing Engineer

Fender Musical Instruments Corporation is a world-famous brand with offices across the globe. Fender was born in Southern California and has built a worldwide influence beyond the studio and the stage. A Fender is more than an instrument; it’s a cultural symbol that resonates globally.

We are searching for a Manufacturing Engineer to join our team. In this role, you will assist and lead, as required, the efforts to control and improve processes and systems currently in use, and to bring new technologies to Fender in the search for Better Product, considering the Best Time to process, adhering to the current and new Environmental laws to continue delivering product to customers as scheduled.

You will also be responsible for creating systems (manual and automation systems) and able to trouble shoot equipment and product diligently.

• Analyze and optimize production line workflows to ensure balanced task distribution, applying time and motion studies to validate standard times and takt time
• Collaborate with production and operations teams to implement changes and sustain balanced line performance
• Design more efficient systems to integrate workers, machines, and materials through data collection on time studies
• Establish processes and procedures to optimize cost and quality of manufacturing methods
• Lead and coach A3 problem solving efforts related to process opportunities
• Identify, develop, and implement new technologies in manufacturing processes, with a focus on automation and process improvement initiatives
• Support and lead automation projects, including evaluation, implementation, and optimization of automated systems within the factory
• Develop and support CNC programming activities to improve machining efficiency and consistency
• Design and implement fixtures and tooling to improve repeatability, quality, and throughput
• Support and/or program robotic systems for manufacturing applications (as applicable)
• Assist in the documentation of regulatory information related to new processes or process changes (EWI, EVAQ, SWI, paint recipes, and process control formats)
• Provide technical support to track data for main detractors of yield and drive corrective actions
• Implement, monitor, and maintain process control and data tracking systems in collaboration with Process Technicians and Engineering leadership
• Participate in and promote process characterization and continuous improvement projects
• Additional duties as assigned

• BA/BS in Manufacturing, Mechanical, Industrial, Electrical, or related Engineering discipline
• Minimum of two to four (2–4) years of experience in a manufacturing engineering role
• Experience with automation systems and implementation in a manufacturing environment
• Hands‑on experience with CNC programming and machining processes
• Experience with fixture design and tooling development
• Exposure to or experience with robot programming strongly preferred
• Experience working with wood and/or aluminum manufacturing processes is a plus
• Proficiency in engineering and manufacturing software (AutoCAD, Solid Works, Master
  
  CAM, Minitab, SAP, MS Office)
• Cross‑functional experience in manufacturing processes
• Experience with line balancing and process optimization projects
• Working knowledge of Lean Manufacturing / Six Sigma methodologies (Green Belt preferred)
• Strong problem‑solving skills with the ability to analyze data and drive decisions
• Bilingual English/Spanish is a plus

Fender Musical Instruments Corporation (FMIC) is one of the world’s leading musical instrument manufacturers, marketers and distributors, whose portfolio of brands includes Fender®, Squier®, Gretsch®, Jackson®, EVH®, Charvel® and Groove Tubes®, among others. For more information, visit  FMIC offers a competitive benefits package which includes medical, dental, 401(k), paid time off, and an equipment purchase program to help you get the band back together.

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