Manufacturing Engineer

RPS Recruitment
  • Los Angeles, CA
    2 days ago

    Job Description

    Are you a Manufacturing Engineer who enjoys solving real production problems? Do you want to take ownership of manufacturing processes while driving improvements in productivity, quality, and efficiency? Are you looking for an opportunity where you can work across production, engineering, and other functions to make measurable improvements? If so, this opportunity may be the right next step for you.

    This is a contract opportunity running until December 2027, offering the chance to join a manufacturing environment and make a meaningful impact across production and process improvement initiatives.

    We are seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to support production operations and improve manufacturing processes across assigned areas. You will analyze production data, identify inefficiencies, support hardware disposition, and develop practical improvements that enhance throughput, reduce waste, and improve process stability.

    As the Manufacturing Engineer your responsibilities will include

    • Supporting production by analyzing processes, resolving inefficiencies, and evaluating non conforming hardware for repair, rework, or replacement
    • Developing and maintaining manufacturing processes while improving workflow accuracy, consistency, and efficiency
    • Analyzing process capability and production data using SPC and statistical tools to identify opportunities for improvement
    • Creating and maintaining production documentation while supporting the transition to digital platforms
    • Managing smaller manufacturing projects and supporting equipment, tooling, and process improvement initiatives

    As the Manufacturing Engineer you will bring

    • A Bachelor's degree in Engineering or equivalent international qualification, or eight years of equivalent experience
    • Experience analyzing production data using tools such as Pareto charts, process control charts, or SPC
    • Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing methods including Kaizen and Value Stream Mapping
    • Understanding of DFMA principles, APQP tools, process capability, and structured root cause analysis
    • Strong communication and collaboration skills with the ability to work effectively across manufacturing and engineering teams

    This Manufacturing Engineer opportunity is ideal for someone who enjoys being close to production and turning data into practical improvements. You will have the opportunity to influence manufacturing processes, support equipment and tooling decisions, improve productivity, and develop your expertise across a broad range of manufacturing engineering activities.

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationLos Angeles, CA

    Skills

    • Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP)unmatched
    • Communication Skillsunmatched
    • Data Analysisunmatched
    • Hardware Administrationunmatched
    • Hardware Repairunmatched
    • Lean Manufacturingunmatched
    • Machine Toolunmatched
    • Manufacturingunmatched
    • Manufacturing Engineeringunmatched
    • Manufacturing Managementunmatched
    • Manufacturing Methodsunmatched
    • Manufacturing/Industrial Processesunmatched
    • Operational Improvementunmatched
    • Operational Supportunmatched
    • Problem Solving Skillsunmatched
    • Process Analysisunmatched
    • Process Capabilityunmatched
    • Process Control Engineeringunmatched
    • Process Improvementunmatched
    • Production Supportunmatched
    • Productivity Managementunmatched
    • Root Cause Analysisunmatched
    • Structured Analysisunmatched
    • Support Documentationunmatched
    • Team Playerunmatched
    • Value Stream Mappingunmatched

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