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Dwyer Instruments · 2 days ago

Manufacturing Engineer

San Marcos, CA

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

$73K/yr - $78K/yr

3+ years exp

DwyerOmega is a globally trusted leader in manufacturing innovative instrumentation solutions for the Process Measurement, Automation, Control and HVAC markets. The Manufacturing Engineer will play a critical role in driving process optimization, supporting production, and enabling the successful introduction of new products and design changes within the Operations team.

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Responsibilities

Design, plan, specify, procure, validate, and implement safe, high-quality, and cost-effective manufacturing equipment and processes for production

Partner with the Lean / Continuous Improvement team to develop and sustain manufacturing processes and standard work that improve throughput, reduce defects, and enhance product quality and reliability

Research and benchmark best-in-class manufacturing practices and assembly techniques; introduce and implement improved process flows that reduce cycle time, cost, and waste

Collaborate with CNC programming and production supervision teams to improve Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE), capacity utilization, and schedule attainment

Maintain functional ownership of manufacturing routings, work instructions, and process flow documentation to ensure accuracy and consistency

Support new product development initiatives by driving Design for Manufacturing (DFM) and Design for Assembly (DFA) objectives

Provide hands-on support for production equipment and manufacturing processes to ensure optimal performance and rapid issue resolution

Serve as the Operations lead for New Product Introductions (NPI) and Engineering Change Notices/Requests (ECN/ECR), ensuring smooth implementation into production

Develop efficient and scalable production processes to build and ship custom-configured products within established market lead times

Review and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, sketches, manuals, and sample parts to determine appropriate manufacturing methods; create or update drawings using SolidWorks or similar CAD tools as required

Apply Lean Manufacturing principles to continuously improve safety, quality, delivery, and cost performance

Create and maintain Bills of Material (BOMs), routings, and related data within the ERP system to support accurate production execution

Partner with the Quality team to investigate product and process issues, implement corrective actions, and prevent recurrence

Collaborate effectively within a cross-functional team environment to drive results and support operational objectives

Provide support to adjacent functions—including planning/purchasing, inventory, inside sales, and instrumentation

Qualification

Manufacturing process improvementLean Manufacturing principlesSolidWorksCAD softwareAssemblyMachining processesLean/Six Sigma certificationProject management skillsMicrosoft Office proficiencyMathematical skillsCommunication skillsProblem-solving abilities

Required

Minimum of 3 years of experience working in a manufacturing environment

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related technical discipline, or equivalent combination of education and experience

Prior experience with assembly and machining processes required; experience with welding, brazing, and/or soldering is a plus

Demonstrated hands-on production experience

Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.)

Experience with manufacturing process improvement initiatives

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Ability to read, understand, and interpret safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, engineering drawings, blueprints, and procedure manuals

Ability to communicate effectively with production personnel, supervisors, and cross-functional team members throughout the organization

Solid project management and organizational skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and SolidWorks or similar CAD design software

Ability to independently interpret drawings, blueprints, and written or verbal instructions

Ability to verify parts and assemblies using appropriate quality measurement tools and inspection devices

Strong mathematical skills, with the ability to perform calculations necessary to ensure accuracy of production requirements

Strong problem-solving and reasoning abilities, including the ability to interpret instructions, schedules, and technical information

Work is performed in a combination of office and manufacturing/production environments

Ability to lift, carry, or move materials or equipment up to approximately 25 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation

Ability to sit or stand for extended periods and perform tasks requiring bending, leaning, and manual dexterity to handle tools and parts

Visual acuity (with or without corrective lenses) sufficient to inspect parts, read drawings, measurements, and documentation

Ability to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing

Preferred

Lean and/or Six Sigma certification preferred

Company

Dwyer Instruments

Dwyer Instruments is an industrial automation company that offers gas sensing and air velocity instrumentations and controls.

Founded in 1931

Michigan City, Indiana, USA

501-1000 employees

http://www.dwyer-inst.com

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