Industrial Engineer

Alicia Corona

Milpitas, CA, California

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$120,000–$140,000
SKILLS
Analysis Skills, Capacity Management, Computer Workstations, Continuous Improvement, Corrective and Preventative Action (CAPA) Systems, County Ordinances, Cross-Functional, Customer Relations, Electronics Manufacturing, IPC Standards, Industrial Engineering, Lean Manufacturing, Line Balancing, Machine Tool, Maintain Compliance, Manufacturing, Manufacturing Design, Manufacturing Operations, Manufacturing Process Engineering, Mass Production, Performance Management, Performance Metrics, Printed Circuit Board Assembly (PCBA), Problem Solving Skills, Process Improvement, Product Design, Product/Service Launch, Production Planning, Productivity Management, Quality Assurance Methodology, Quality Metrics, Root Cause Analysis, Six Sigma DMAIC, Soldering, State Laws and Regulations, Supply Chain, Surface Mount Technology, Testing, Time Management, Workflow Analysis
LOCATION
Milpitas, CA, California
POSTED
30+ days ago

Ultimate Staffing is seeking an Industrial Engineer to join a client in Milpitas. This is a full-time, direct hire position. The role is 100% onsite.

The Industrial Engineer will support and optimize electronic manufacturing operations. This role will focus on improving production efficiency, driving continuous improvement initiatives, and ensuring high-quality output across SMT, THT, and PCB assembly processes. You will work cross-functionally with engineering, production, quality, and supply chain teams to scale operations, introduce new products, and enhance overall manufacturing performance.

Key Responsibilities

Manufacturing & Process Engineering

  • Optimize production processes, including line balancing, cycle time reduction, and labor efficiency
  • Design and improve workstations, tooling, and fixtures to enhance productivity
  • Support process setup, SMT/THT assembly, and resolve day-to-day production issues
  • Monitor and improve manufacturing performance using key KPIs (OEE, UPH, FPY, scrap rate)

Continuous Improvement (Lean / CI)

  • Lead and support Lean Manufacturing initiatives, including Kaizen, 5S, and Six Sigma (DMAIC)
  • Drive waste reduction and operational excellence projects
  • Perform time studies and workflow analysis to identify improvement opportunities

Quality & Yield Improvement

  • Improve soldering, PCB assembly, and testing processes
  • Utilize SPC and root cause analysis to reduce defects and improve yield
  • Support CAPA processes and ensure adherence to IPC standards
  • Monitor and improve customer-facing quality metrics

New Product Introduction (NPI)

  • Support the transition of new products from design to mass production
  • Ensure design for manufacturability (DFM) and process readiness
  • Partner with engineering teams to resolve production issues during ramp-up

Capacity & Production Planning

  • Conduct capacity planning, takt time analysis, and headcount

    All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance.

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Alicia Corona