Senior Manufacturing Engineer

Help grow a safer, cleaner, healthier future for everyone, every day.Role OverviewThe Senior Manufacturing Engineer is responsible for owning and improving manufacturing processes, equipment readiness, and software systems that support safe, efficient, and scalable operations. This role leads manufacturing engineering activities at the Garden Grove site and mentors manufacturing engineers, ensuring engineering rigor, documentation discipline, and continuous improvement are embedded into daily operations.This is a hands-on role that bridges design engineering to high volume manufacturing with a strong emphasis on execution, standardization, consistency, and reliability.Key ResponsibilitiesManufacturing EngineeringOwn manufacturing processes from introduction through sustained productionDesign and develop bespoke tooling and fixtures to support product manufacturingEnsure production equipment, tooling, fixtures, and work instructions are capable, documented, and controlledLead root cause analysis for process, quality, and yield issues using structured problem-solving toolsSupport new product introductions (NPI) and product transfers with clear readiness criteria and handoffsProcess Control & DocumentationDevelop, maintain, and enforce standard work, manufacturing procedures, control plans, and process documentationEnsure manufacturing changes follow proper change management and documentation controlPartner with Quality to ensure compliance with ISO 9001 and our internal QMSEngineering MentorshipMentor manufacturing engineers, setting expectations for technical rigor, ownership, and professional growthReview and guide manufacturing engineering work to ensure completeness and quality before releaseBuild manufacturing engineering capability across the site through coaching and standard practicesCross-Functional CollaborationPartner closely with Production, Supply Chain, Quality, Automation, and Design Engineering to support operational prioritiesTranslate production needs into engineering solutions that are practical and scalableSupport capacity planning, layout optimization, and labor efficiency initiativesContinuous Improvement & Automation SupportLead continuous improvement initiatives focused on safety, quality, delivery, cost, and productivitySupport automation projects by defining requirements, validating process capability, and ensuring smooth integration into productionDrive data-based decisions using production metrics and process performance indicatorsRequired QualificationsEducationBachelor’s degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related technical field requiredAdvanced degree preferred but not requiredExperience5+ years of experience in manufacturing or production engineering within a regulated or industrial environment2+ years of experience leading or mentoring engineers strongly preferredDemonstrated experience supporting production operations, not just project-based engineering workTechnical SkillsStrong understanding of manufacturing processes, fixtures, tooling, and equipment validationExperience with ISO-based quality systems and documentation controlProficiency in structured problem-solving (RCCA, 5 Whys, Fishbone, DOE)Familiarity with lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement toolsAbility to translate technical detail into clear, usable production documentationLeadership & Behavioral SkillsComfortable setting direction, holding accountability, and making technical decisionsAble to coach and develop engineers while maintaining high standardsStrong communicator across technical and non-technical audiencesOrganized, disciplined, and detail-oriented with a bias toward executionCalm under pressure and effective in a fast-paced production environmentSuccess in This Role Looks LikeManufacturing processes are stable, documented, and ownedManufacturing Engineering changes are deliberate, controlled, and well-communicatedProduction issues are addressed systematically, not reactivelyManufacturing engineers are growing in capability and confidenceManufacturing Engineering is viewed as a reliable partner to production and site operations, not a bottleneckNot the right fit? Let us know you're interested in a future opportunity by clicking Introduce Yourself in the top-right corner of the page or create an account to set up email alerts as new job postings become available that meet your interest! #J-18808-Ljbffr Sensorex Corporation