Bilingual Manufacturing Engineer

Are you a hands-on Manufacturing Engineer who thrives on solving complex operational challenges, improving production performance, and making a measurable impact inside world-class manufacturing environments?

Our client is looking for a high-performing Bilingual (Chinese) Manufacturing Engineer to join a dynamic consulting team supporting major manufacturing and distribution operations in the San Francisco area. This is not a desk-only engineering role — you will work directly on-site with industry-leading clients to improve efficiency, optimize processes, reduce waste, and drive sustainable operational results.

If you enjoy fast-paced environments, visible results, and partnering with leadership teams to transform operations, this opportunity offers the chance to make a real difference.

Why This Opportunity Stands Out

• Work directly with medium-to-large multinational manufacturers
• Be part of a team made up of experienced engineers and business professionals
• Lead impactful operational improvement initiatives from assessment through implementation
• Gain exposure to high-level manufacturing strategy and execution
• Join a company headquartered in Dayton, Ohio with a strong reputation for delivering measurable client results
• Opportunity to influence operations, leadership decisions, and long-term client success

What You’ll Do

As a Manufacturing Engineer, you will lead and support operational improvement initiatives focused on efficiency, quality, production flow, and performance optimization.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify operational improvement opportunities through assessments and client collaboration
• Develop and execute detailed project plans across:
• Production planning & scheduling
• Inventory control
• Material flow & logistics
• Production control
• Quality systems
• Labor optimization
• Implement Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement initiatives
• Develop KPIs and performance metrics to measure project success
• Partner with plant leadership, supervisors, and floor-level teams to implement sustainable process improvements
• Analyze workflows, identify bottlenecks, and recommend practical solutions
• Present findings, recommendations, and progress updates to clients and stakeholders
• Help uncover additional improvement opportunities through successful project delivery

What We’re Looking For

We are seeking someone who combines technical manufacturing expertise with strong communication and problem-solving skills.

Qualifications

• Bilingual in Chinese and English
• Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering or related field
• 5+ years of experience in:
• Manufacturing/process improvement
• Inventory management
• Quality systems
• Logistics & material flow
• Labor optimization
• Strong working knowledge of:
• Lean Manufacturing
• Six Sigma methodologies
• Total Quality Management (TQM)
• Proven track record of implementing successful operational improvement projects
• Strong analytical, presentation, and communication skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
• Ability to build credibility with everyone from plant floor employees to executive leadership

Ideal Candidate

You are:

• Driven by results and continuous improvement
• Comfortable leading change inside manufacturing environments
• Able to balance strategy with hands-on execution
• A confident communicator who can influence teams and drive action
• Passionate about operational excellence and measurable performance gains

What Success Looks Like

In this role, your work will directly impact:

• Production efficiency
• Inventory accuracy
• Throughput and cycle time
• Quality performance
• Labor utilization
• Overall operational profitability

If you are ready to take ownership of meaningful manufacturing improvement projects and work alongside organizations committed to operational excellence, we would love to connect with you