Manufacturing Engineer - #1406538

Since 2018, Elevate Aircraft Seating has been enhancing the passenger experience through innovative aircraft seat design and manufacturing. With locations in California, Washington, and Germany we are guided by creativity, collaboration, and a shared commitment to quality.

We are looking for a skilled Manufacturing Engineer to join our team in Santa Maria, CA. This is an on-site position based in Santa Maria, CA. We value teamwork, inclusivity, and continuous professional development, and we offer competitive benefits along with opportunities for growth.

Job Summary

The Manufacturing Engineer develops and implements optimal, cost-effective manufacturing processes and methods in accordance with product specifications, and customer, quality, and aerospace standards. Recommends and implements improvements to production and transactional processes, methods and controls. Coordinates manufacturing launch for new or revised products. Priorities include process improvement, problem resolution, project management, and employee training. Applies Lean manufacturing methods to drive continuous improvement and operational excellence.

Note: The primary differences between job levels tie to skill level, complexity of the problem solving, and years of experience. Job assignments will be based on experience, job opening and budget availability, and the performance level of the incumbent.

SUMMARY OF JOB DUTIES - Essential Functions (Other duties and projects may be assigned or requested.)

Reasonable accommodations may enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

• Carry out process improvement, problem resolution, project management and employee training.
• Improves manufacturing processes and methods for cost-reduction, quality improvement and efficiency by applying methodologies such as Standardized Work, 5S / Visual Management, Continuous Flow.
• Prepare and present plans for the above and coordinates deployment, including training of team members.
• Perform research, design and development of manufacturing processes including production flow, assembly methods and production equipment.
• Analyze and optimize transactional processes, such as production sequencing, material movements/ transactions and inventory control to improve accuracy and efficiency.
• Apply Pull and Kanban methods to reduce inventory and lead time.
• Prepare and maintain detailed layouts of building and equipment.
• Coordinate the manufacturing launch of new/revised products including establishing goals, training team members and evaluating results.
• Monitor project tracking status to ensure projects are completed accurately and timely.
• Represent manufacturing on cross-functional teams.
• Maintain a safe, secure and legal work environment, adhering to all Company policies and procedures.
• Contribute to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.
• Maintain and protect the confidentiality of the Company’s information and products.
• Perform other duties and projects as assigned or requested.
  
  

Education

GENERAL QUALIFICATIONS – Education, Knowledge, and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering; Manufacturing or Industrial Engineering degree is required.
  
  

Experience: Job assignments will be based on experience, job opening and budget availability, and the performance level of the incumbent.

• 10+ years of experience with at least 1 year leading or mentoring the work of assigned employees.
  
  

Skills

• Ability to successfully handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Experience in understanding a variety of aerospace manufacturing processes.
• Knowledge of related software including CATIA, AUTOCAD, and PLM.
  
  

Other

• May be asked to work extended or irregular hours as required.
• Must show proof of ability to work in the United States.
• Adient Aerospace is an “at-will” employer; employment is at the mutual consent of both the employee and the employer, and may be terminated at will for any reason, with or without cause, at any time during employment with the Company.
• As business conditions warrant a change in the operating necessities of the Company, all employees are expected to react productively, handle other essential tasks assigned now or in the future.
  
  

SUPERVISION PROVIDED TO THE POSITION

• Direction with necessary guidance is provided in terms of tasks and objectives and measured based upon how well objectives have been met. Receives detailed instructions as needed.
• Direction is provided in terms of tasks and objectives. Work is reviewed upon completion on how well objectives have been met. Will autonomously work on routine assembly or designs with frequent status updates with supervisor. Will be provided with additional guidance on more complex or non-routine assemblies.
• Direction is provided in terms of tasks and objectives. Work is reviewed upon completion on how well objectives have been met. Will work autonomously on any assembly or design with only occasional status updates with supervisor.
  
  

LEADERSHIP RESPONSIBILITY

• May oversee the work of others. Assist in the training and coaching of other team members.
  
  

PROBLEM SOLVING

• Uses judgment to make innovative decisions that comply with instructions or pre-determined processes, methods, and/or practices.
• Uses judgment to plan, perform and make decisions on design and processes within the limits of established boundaries and requirements.
• Uses considerable judgment to plan and perform complex work. Decisions may involve innovation and ingenuity.
  
  

Language Skills

• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively in English, both verbally and in writing.
• Bilingual in Spanish or Vietnamese is a plus.
  
  

Compensation / Benefits

Elevate Aircraft Seating offers competitive wages and benefits to recognize employees for their work. The base pay offered will vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, location, experience, and internal equity.

Salary Range Transparency: $82,000 - $102,700 annually, depending on candidate qualifications

Other Perks

• Supportive workplace environment with a team-oriented culture
• Potential for growth within organization