Manufacturing Engineer

Trillium Professional is now seeking a Manufacturing Engineer for direct-hire in Newark, CA!

The Manufacturing Engineer is responsible for developing practical solutions for manufacturing processes focused on quality, safety and efficiency. This professional maintains in-depth knowledge and understanding of the manufacturing process and procedures from raw material receipt through finished product/ packaging.

• Work directly with manufacturing in a team environment for problem solving, buy-in, and support of new processes
• Identify manufacturing variability issues and work with Designing team, Production, and Maintenance to reduce or eliminate variation in manufacturing processes.
• Implement Continuous Improvement principles and tools in the manufacturing processes
• Seek out research, develop cost analysis, and justification for new methods, procedures, equipment, and materials.
• Evaluate production capacity capabilities of existing operations and recommend and implement enhancements as needed.
• Work with the ERP systems, evaluating processes, generating reports and analysis for the production.
• Provide focused & effective leadership in eliminating EH&S/Ergonomics/Human Factors risks.
• Able to interpret mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, electrical prints, and ladder logic.
• Develop CAD models and CNC programs to support estimating and production requirements
• Understand manufacturing costs and take ownership of manufacturing cost reduction initiatives
• Review customer requirements and specifications. Perform general calculations and design layouts to ensure accuracy and compliance to customer specifications. Consult with cross-functional teams and customers to assure the design will meet specification
• Utilize Lean Six Sigma tools to reduce waste and variation in processes focused on improving KPIs.

Annual salary is $85-115k/year!

• A bachelor’s degree in Engineering Mechanical, Industrial, Packaging or other related area is required.
• Six Sigma certification is a plus.
• 3+ years of experience in Manufacturing Industry
• Project Management experience is preferred
• Experience with ERP systems is preferred
• Ability to manage multiple projects/activities; results driven.
• Knowledge of product, logistics and manufacturing process.
• Process oriented and ability to contribute to continuous improvement.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Trillium is an Equal Opportunity Employer.