Manufacturing Engineer at Actalent Simi Valley, CA

Job Overview

Manufacturing Engineer – located in Simi Valley, California. The successful candidate will lead the manufacturing engineering team to resolve daily manufacturing challenges, improve processes, and introduce breakthrough changes in machining, assembly, and supplier support. By implementing lean concepts, the candidate will aim to reduce waste and variation, enhancing productivity.

• Reduce scrap and non-conformances by eliminating waste and variation in all forms.
• Develop and implement benchmark manufacturing processes, including PFMEA, Control Plans, SPC and SMED.
• Support customers by providing timely, accurate job estimation and compressed lead-times.
• Optimize productivity through efficient, ergonomic, and safe workstation and tooling designs.
• Lead cross-functional Value Analysis / Value Engineering projects to identify and execute cost reduction opportunities to increase margin.
• Manage projects for new equipment including evaluation, design, specification, selection, justification, acquisition, installation, training, and sign-off to manufacturing.
• Create and reconcile manufacturing documentation as required by the operating procedures such as manufacturing BOMs and labor routings.
• Remain current in new engineering technology, new manufacturing techniques, and new equipment, recommending new approaches where feasible.
• Drive lean RBS culture through training and implementation of Strategy Deployment and other RBS tools to develop best practices throughout the organization.
• Develop and implement strategies for new product development.
• Use a process approach and data-driven decision-making skills to systematically and objectively improve company performance.
• Oversee the development of new products, ensuring they meet quality standards and regulatory requirements.
• Lead and participate in improvement events based on VSM Roadmaps.
• Collaborate with the engineering manager to develop a robust machinist training process.

• Mastery of lean manufacturing and continuous improvement tools (SPC, Lean Sigma, SMED, PFMEA, and Strategy Deployment).
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, including conventional and non-conventional machining, secondary processes, and precision machining (grind, lap, hone, CNC programming).
• Project management skills for equipment and new product development.
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Industrial, or Mechanical.
• 7-10 years of leadership experience in a manufacturing engineering management position or equivalent.
• Strong leadership in a lean environment, organizational, and decision-making skills.
• High sense of urgency to be productive in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication, computer skills, and interpersonal skills.
• Solid understanding of properties of materials, conventional and non-conventional machining processes, and secondary processes.

• Commitment to continuous improvement using tools such as SPC, Lean Sigma, and other Variation Reduction approaches.
• Understanding of Cutting Tool Design and Jig & Fixture Design for Production.
• Understanding of precision machining including grind, lap, hone, and CNC programming.
• Experience in close tolerance environments typically found in bearing, hydraulic components, or valve design and manufacturing companies.

The work environment is fast-paced, emphasizing lean manufacturing and continuous improvement. Employees are expected to wear appropriate attire for a manufacturing setting. The role involves collaboration with cross-functional teams and requires efficient project management to ensure timely delivery and integration of new technologies.

Permanent position based out of Simi Valley, CA.

Pay Range: $ - $/yr.

• Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Coverage
• Spending accounts (HSA, Health Care FSA and Dependent Care FSA)
• Paid Time Off and Holidays
• 401k Retirement Plan with Matching Employer Contributions
• Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance
• Paid Leaves
• Tuition Assistance

This is a fully onsite position in Simi Valley, CA.

Actalent is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.