Manufacturing Technician - Lean - Fort Worth, TX

Job Overview

Manufacturing Engineer Hourly Technician to join the LEAN team at our Fort Worth, TX site. The role is on‑site, hour shift 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM, hourly rate $25.00 - $35.75. You will drive continuous improvement across the production floor, set up equipment, optimize layouts, and reduce waste using LEAN methodologies.

• Drive continuous improvement across the entire production floor.
• Assist with setting up equipment and optimizing layouts.
• Reduce waste using LEAN methodologies.
• Support and lead Lean initiatives, training and continuous improvement activities.
• Contribute to the design of efficient layouts and material flows to optimize productivity.
• Develop standards and work instructions to ensure consistency in production processes.
• Conduct problem investigations, root cause analysis, solution implementation, and follow‑up.
• Assist with the set‑up of production lines and processes, including hands‑on activities.
• Collaborate with manufacturing, contractors, and suppliers from project implementation.
• Perform other related tasks as advised by supervision.

• 2+ years in a manufacturing facility.
• Familiarity with basic Lean principles (6S, 7 Waste, Kaizen, Problem Solving).
• Proficient in hand and power tools for installation of electro‑mechanical equipment.
• Basic computer skills including Microsoft Office.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings and schematics.
• Ability to speak, read, write, and comprehend the English language.
• Legally authorized to work in the United States on a continual and permanent basis without company sponsorship.

• Two‑year technical degree or equivalent.
• Strong verbal communication skills with the ability to facilitate discussions and deliver trainings.
• 4+ years supporting manufacturing in a technical role.
• Experience safely operating powered industrial vehicles.
• Knowledge and experience with AutoCAD or similar software applications.
• SAP knowledge or equivalent ERP systems.

• Demonstrating curiosity and commitment to continuous learning.
• Taking ownership of tasks and proactively seeking improvement opportunities.
• Supporting or leading Lean initiatives, training and continuous improvement activities.
• Contributing to the design of efficient layouts and material flows to optimize productivity.
• Developing standards and work instructions to ensure consistency in production processes.
• Conducting problem investigations, root cause analysis, solution implementation, and follow‑up.
• Assisting with the set‑up of production lines and processes, including hands‑on activities.
• Collaborating with manufacturing, contractors, and suppliers from project implementation.

The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $35.75 per hour. The actual wage offered may be lower or higher depending on budget and candidate experience, knowledge, skills, qualifications and premium geographic location.

Fort Worth, Texas

476048