Manufacturing Engineer

Director of Recruiting @ United Employment Group | Aluminum Industry

Location:

Phoenix, AZ

Base pay range: $85,000.00/yr – $/yr

Seniority level:
Associate

Employment type:

Full-time

Job function:
Manufacturing and Engineering (Architectural and Structural Metal Manufacturing)

• Design, develop, and optimize manufacturing processes related to aluminum extrusion, including billet heating, extrusion, cooling, stretch, cut, aging and fabrication operations.
• Evaluate and improve production methods, equipment, and tooling for efficiency, cost reduction, and quality improvement.
• Develop and implement process control systems, including SPC, to maintain consistent product quality.
• Collaborate with maintenance and production teams to troubleshoot process or equipment issues.
• Lead continuous improvement projects using Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and Kaizen principles.
• Conduct time and motion studies to identify bottlenecks and streamline workflows.
• Participate in new product development and launch activities, including tooling design reviews and process trials.
• Ensure all operations comply with safety, health, and environmental standards.
• Prepare technical documentation such as work instructions, SOPs, PFMEAs, and control plans.
• Analyze production data, generate reports, and present findings and recommendations to management.

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related field.
• 2–5 years of experience in a manufacturing environment; experience with aluminum extrusion preferred.
• Strong understanding of extrusion processes, tooling design, heat treatment, and metallurgical principles.
• Familiarity with CAD software (Solid Works, AutoCAD).
• Experience with Lean, Six Sigma, and other continuous improvement methodologies.
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and project management skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.