Manufacturing Engineer

Job Summary

What the Candidate Will Do

• Develop and implement improvements to manufacturing processes and equipment to increase productivity and reduce costs.
• Provide technical support to operations to ensure compliance with safety, quality, and performance metrics.
• Identify, analyze, and resolve manufacturing issues using structured problem-solving methodologies and root cause analysis.
• Lead continuous improvement projects by applying Lean Manufacturing principles.
• Monitor equipment and process performance and reliability, identifying opportunities for optimization.
• Develop and maintain technical documentation, work standards, and operating instructions.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Production, Quality, Maintenance, Safety, and Supply Chain.
• Ensure compliance with applicable environmental, regulatory, and safety requirements.

Education Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering, Industrial Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Automation Engineering, or a related field.
• Intermediate to Advanced English proficiency.

Required Skills

Manufacturing Processes

• Background supporting high-volume manufacturing environments.
• CNC machining knowledge and application (EIA/ISO, Mazatrol, Sinumerik, Fanuc e Inspection Plus).
• NX Software knowledge.
• Familiarity with Caterpillar 1E specifications.
• Proficiency in GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing).
• Ability to operate, optimize, and improve manufacturing processes.

Lean Manufacturing

• Strong knowledge of Lean Manufacturing principles.
• Understanding of Six Sigma methodologies.
• Application of continuous improvement practices.
• Ability to identify and eliminate waste throughout manufacturing operations.
• Focus on driving productivity and quality improvements.

Problem Solving

• Strong statistical analysis capabilities.
• Knowledge of process control methodologies.
• Ability to troubleshoot and resolve machining-related issues.
• Root cause investigation and corrective action implementation.
• Sound technical decision-making skills.

Decision Making and Critical Thinking

• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously.
• Strong activity prioritization and organizational skills.
• Evaluation of technical alternatives to support business objectives.
• Data-driven decision-making approach.
• Support for operational performance and continuous improvement initiatives.

Additional Information:

• This position will be in Cienega de Flores, Nuevo Leon

• This position is five-days a week subject to changes and willingness to work sporadically on weekends.

• Requires working weekends, based on business continuity needs.

• Domestic relocation assistance is NOT available for this position.

• Visa sponsorship is NOT available with this position.

• This position may require up to 15% travel.

• Do not forget to include a resumé in English in your profile in Workday.

Final details
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