Manufacturing Engineer 1st Shift

Position Title : Manufacturing Engineer 1st Shift

Job Category : Engineering

Location South Houston, Texas

Description : New Tech Global Staffing is currently seeking a Manufacturing Engineer for a client located in South Houston, TX to join our team. This is a direct hire opportunity.

Schedule : Monday through Friday, 40 hours / week from 8am to 5pm

Summary Responsible for driving manufacturing excellence through engineering support, process optimization, and cross-functional collaboration. This role ensures efficient production operations, cost-effective solutions, and continuous improvement while maintaining high standards of safety, quality, and customer satisfaction.

Responsibilities Collaborate with procurement and purchasing teams to optimize material flow and inventory management.

Utilize SolidWorks and GibbsCAM to design product builds, machining fixtures, and job travelers.

Conduct cost analysis studies and support budget preparation for manufacturing projects.

Lead feasibility studies and ROI analysis for new technologies and systems.

Design and oversee manufacturing of in-house machining fixtures including CNC / VTL setups, drills, saws, and specialized equipment.

Develop in-process check fixtures and provide detailed work instructions and tooling reviews.

Assess operational risks and develop contingency plans to mitigate disruptions.

Support business continuity strategies and emergency preparedness.

Implement labor standards through time studies and labor tracking systems.

Analyze process constraints and conduct cycle time analyses for improvement.

Research and propose efficiency enhancements and continuous improvement initiatives.

Oversee and implement improved procedures and new equipment installations.

Review changes in plant layout, processes, material handling, and routing.

Partner with Sales, Operations, Quality, and Planning to resolve issues and align goals.

Coordinate with QA on documentation and support ISO and internal audits.

Maintain accurate documentation of manufacturing processes and equipment specifications.

Train team members on new or improved manufacturing procedures.

Support capital projects and production planning aligned with strategic objectives.

Evaluate and improve safety procedures, promoting a culture of safety.

Support new product and process development to optimize workflows and manufacturability.

Apply statistical analysis tools for troubleshooting and process capability studies.

Provide technical support to production teams to minimize downtime and optimize throughput.

Support QA in developing manufacturing methods and quality standards.

Lead by example in safety compliance and promote safe work practices.

Lead cross-functional project teams for major manufacturing initiatives.

Communicate project status, milestones, and challenges to senior management.

Execute additional tasks as assigned by management.

Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field preferred.

5–10 years of experience in mechanical, manufacturing, or industrial engineering in an industrial manufacturing environment.

Required : SolidWorks, GibbsCAM

Recommended : Epicor ERP system, BOMs and MOMs for MRP

Proficiency in engineering principles including structural mechanics, hydraulics, heat transfer, electricity, ergonomics, and data management.

Strong knowledge of CNC machines and manufacturing shop machinery.

Experience designing tube plugs and flow control products preferred.

Experience with DOE, A3, 8D problem-solving methodologies preferred.

Familiarity with Lean tools : pull flow, one-piece flow, kaizen, takt time, load leveling, kanban, setup reduction, value stream mapping, visual factory.

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.

Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

Knowledge of industry regulations and safety standards.

Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

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