Ducommun Incorporated · 8 hours ago
Manufacturing Engineer - 2nd Shift
Ducommun Incorporated is the oldest company in California, providing innovative manufacturing solutions for the aerospace, defense, and industrial markets. The Manufacturing Engineer will develop and improve manufacturing methods and support continuous improvement activities while working with various teams to deliver new products on time.
AerospaceElectronicsIndustrial EngineeringManufacturing
Responsibilities
Develops and improves manufacturing processes as required to meet production demand
Works with the NPD team to deliver new products on time. Includes: capacity and capability assessment, process selection and development, SOP development, cell design & implementation, control plan development, and capital project justification & implementation
Supports continuous improvement activities to improve manufacturing operations. May lead Kaizen events as needed
Interfaces with colleagues, customers, vendors, and others to understand requirements, assess feasibility of new/existing products, and improve production techniques
Analyzes technology trends and plans and executes capital projects
Communicates data and feedback to other departments so decisions can be timely and optimized
Applies Lean Manufacturing techniques to develop flow through manufacturing processes. Champions the use of lean manufacturing principles, based on systems thinking and the application of statistical methods, throughout the assigned manufacturing cells
Develops Standard Operating Procedures
Determines root cause and corrective action of non-conforming product and disposition MRR in ERP
Completes all Corrective Action Records (CAR’s) assigned in a timely manner
Red-lines travelers and creates rework planning
Makes planning changes in Master Planning and work orders in ERP
Direct supervisory responsibilities are not included in the job scope of the Manufacturing Engineer. That said, a successful ME has leadership skills, the ability to self direct, and works effectively both independently and interdependently. The ability to influence others is essential
Responsible for the proper handling and management of hazardous waste generated in their work area
Performs other duties as assigned or required by the position
Qualification
Required
Bachelor of Science degree in an engineering, scientific, or technical discipline from a four-year college or university is required
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret scientific and technical data, blueprints, specifications, etc
Ability to respond appropriately to inquiries from colleagues, customers, regulatory agencies, or members of the business community
Ability to write reports for distribution internally/external and/or publication that conform to prescribed style and format
Can effectively present information to all levels of the organization and outside the organization
Ability to apply advanced mathematical and statistical concepts
Ability to manage numerous projects and meet deadlines as required
Conscientious, organized, and meticulous; records must be accurate and maintained
Team-oriented with a continuous improvement outlook
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, sit, use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools or controls, reach with hands and arms
Must occasionally bend or stoop and climb ladders and equipment
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts, extreme heat, and hazardous substances
Must be able to communicate effectively
Annual hearing test is required
Must occasionally lift and/or move up to 30 pounds
Preferred
Additional relevant experience is preferred
A track record of successful Project Management is preferred
Fluent in Microsoft Office software applications; experience with Baan ERP, and Catia design package beneficial
Leadership skills are strongly preferred; the ability to influence others is essential
Company
Ducommun Incorporated
Founded in 1849, Ducommun is the oldest company in California.
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$724.4M2025-11-24Post Ipo Debt· $650M
2023-05-15Post Ipo Equity· $74.4M
1978-01-13IPO
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