Manufacturing Engineer (Anaheim)

At IMS Recruiting, we partner with industry-leading aerospace and defense suppliers that are shaping the future of flight and mission-critical technologies. Our client is a global designer, manufacturer, and marketer of highly engineered products and systems that support aerospace, defense, and other high-performance markets. With over 800 employees, the company is recognized for its innovation, quality, and commitment to driving progress globally.

Job Summary

The Manufacturing Engineer will play a key role in optimizing all aspects of the manufacturing process. This role focuses on identifying opportunities for improvement and implementing simpler, faster, more cost-effective, and reliable methods across production.

Primary Responsibilities

• Create and update work instructions and manufacturing routers for all departments.
• Apply Lean, Poka-Yoke, and Six Sigma strategies to streamline value streams and reduce costs.
• Document and maintain manufacturing processes.
• Train employees on new processes and best practices to ensure seamless implementation.
• Provide engineering, planning, and cost estimating guidance related to routers and tooling.
• Manage projects with clear commitments, deadlines, and communication.
• Design tooling, fixtures, and jigs to enhance and streamline manufacturing processes.
• Support process improvement initiatives and special projects.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest advancements in advanced manufacturing equipment, techniques, and concepts.
• Write justifications for new capital asset additions.

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Competencies

Why This Role is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on manufacturing engineer who enjoys process optimization, driving efficiency, and working in a highly collaborative aerospace / defense environment