Manufacturing Engineer

Our recruiting firm is partnering with a well-established manufacturing company in Buena Park to hire a hands‑on Manufacturing Engineer (Electro‑Mechanical) with strong automation and controls experience.

This is a high-impact role supporting Engineering, R&D, and Production. The ideal candidate thrives on the manufacturing floor and has deep experience designing, programming, and improving automated systems.

• Design and implement semi-automated and fully automated manufacturing equipment
• Program and troubleshoot PLC-controlled systems
• Work with sensors, solenoids, motors, pneumatics, hydraulics, and vision systems
• Conduct machine qualification and validation testing

• Lead and support R&D line trials
• Design tooling, fixtures, and work cells
• Optimize production line layout and efficiency
• Support capital equipment evaluation and justification
• Perform root cause analysis of process and quality issues
• Implement Lean manufacturing initiatives
• Apply DFMA, SPC, FMEA, and DOE methodologies
• Reduce material discrepancies, returns, and customer complaints

• Partner with Manufacturing, Quality, Maintenance, Sales, and Production teams
• Support safety initiatives and environmental compliance efforts

• BS in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering
• 7+ years of hands‑on manufacturing engineering experience (required)
• Strong PLC programming and automation experience
• Experience designing mechanical and electrical manufacturing equipment
• Solid Works proficiency (3D modeling & drafting)
• Experience with Lean manufacturing practices
• Ability to read engineering drawings and technical documentation
• Strong problem-solving ability and attention to detail

• Experience in plastics, rubber, extrusion, or co‑extrusion manufacturing
• Knowledge of KPI/KPP/KPC metrics
• Experience with ASTM testing standards

• Self‑starter with a “take ownership” mentality
• Comfortable working directly on the production floor
• Strong communicator across technical and non‑technical teams
• Highly organized and capable of managing multiple projects
• Able to work autonomously in a fast‑paced environment

This is an excellent opportunity for a senior Manufacturing Engineer who enjoys automation design, process improvement, and driving measurable impact in production operations.

If you're interested in learning more, apply today.