Job Description
Job Description Now Hiring: Manufacturing Engineer (Anaheim, CA) FLAG's mission is to show our contractors & clients the best this industry can offer by upholding our principles of leadership, service, and exceptionalism. We are committed to providing Best-in-Class staffing solutions for our clients and candidates. Position: Manufacturing Engineer
Employer: Confidential Electric Vehicle Manufacturer
Location: Anaheim, CA
Department: Manufacturing / Engineering
Compensation: $70,000–$90,000 annually 1. Job Summary A confidential electric vehicle manufacturer is seeking a hands-on Manufacturing Engineer to support production and improve assembly line efficiency, material flow, and manufacturing processes. This position works closely with the production team to respond to daily needs, identify bottlenecks, and implement practical solutions that reduce cycle time, waste, and downtime. The Manufacturing Engineer also develops and maintains kanban systems and partners with Production, Quality, and Supply Chain to resolve issues and drive continuous improvement on the manufacturing floor. 2. Essential Duties & Responsibilities Production Support & Problem Solving
- Complete engineering tasks and requests assigned by the production team, prioritizing activities that keep the assembly line moving.
- Respond to production issues and develop practical solutions to minimize disruptions and downtime.
- Partner with Production, Quality, and Supply Chain to troubleshoot problems and implement timely corrective actions.
Assembly Line Efficiency & Continuous Improvement
- Analyze assembly line performance to identify bottlenecks, waste, and improvement opportunities.
- Design and implement process improvements that reduce cycle time and increase production efficiency.
- Track the results of process changes using production data and report measurable efficiency gains.
Material Flow & Kanban Systems
- Design, build, and maintain kanban systems that align material replenishment with actual production consumption.
- Improve material flow to support consistent availability of parts and supplies at assembly stations.
- Coordinate with Production and Supply Chain to address material replenishment issues.
Tooling, Fixtures & Layout Improvements
- Support tooling and fixture changes that improve assembly processes.
- Recommend and implement production layout improvements to enhance workflow and ergonomics.
- Work with production employees to ensure changes are practical and effective on the manufacturing floor.
Process Documentation & Standardization
- Develop and update work instructions, standard operating procedures, and process documentation.
- Document manufacturing changes to support consistent execution and sustain improvements.
3. Qualifications
- Ability to analyze assembly processes, identify bottlenecks, and implement practical manufacturing improvements.
- Working knowledge of kanban systems, material replenishment, and production flow.
- Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills in a hands-on manufacturing environment.
- Ability to use production data to evaluate process performance and measure improvement results.
- Ability to support tooling, fixture, layout, and ergonomic improvements.
- Strong documentation skills, including developing work instructions and standard operating procedures.
- Effective communication and collaboration skills across Production, Quality, and Supply Chain.
- Ability to prioritize competing production needs and respond quickly to manufacturing issues.