Manufacturing Engineer

Company Overview

Aluminess Products, Inc. is a leading manufacturer located in Santee, California, known for producing high-quality aluminum products for adventure vehicles. With over 20 years of experience, we pride ourselves on our commitment to quality and innovation, offering products that are proudly made in America.

Summary

We are seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to join our dynamic team at Aluminess Products, Inc. This role is crucial in enhancing our manufacturing processes and ensuring the production of top-notch aluminum accessories for adventure vehicles. The ideal candidate will contribute to our mission of delivering quality and reliability to the outdoor community.

Responsibilities

Work with Manufacturing Engineering and New Product Development Engineering to develop

and optimize manufacturing processes to improve efficiency, quality, and cost-effectiveness

· Manage or participate in any or all manufacturing projects related to new or existing products.

· Provide technical support to production teams and engineering to resolve component

manufacturing and finished good assembly issues to improve product quality.

· Develop, update, and implement quality control procedures and standards to ensure suppliers

and products meet specifications.

· Review and update manufacturing drawings, instructions, and processes for tolerances, critical

dimensions, and pertinent information based on manufacturing needs.

· Correcting BOMs as needed, and source components.

· Conduct root cause analysis and implement corrective actions to address quality issues tied to

finished good products and components.

· Work with Product Development and New Product Development Engineering to validate vehicle

specific kit fitment issues tied to model year updates or manufacturing deviations.

· Sample inspection and approval of sheet metal and machined parts.

· Create work instructions for Production, Customer Support, Purchasing, Marketing departments.

· Establish, define, and document standards for coatings, pressure tests, sheet metal fabrication,

component performance testing, and other processes used.

· Proactively assist Purchasing, Operations, Production, Shipping through unexpected production

disruptions that jeopardize throughput.

· Coordinate with New Product Development Engineering and Purchasing teams to design and

maintain fixtures for contract manufacturers, assembly lines, and QC stations.

· Bringing in new equipment, setup new equipment and train operators..

Requirements

· Must have experience working on cars, trucks, UTVs, and/or motorcycles.

· Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related field or equivalent work experience.

· Some travel is required (~10%) to meet with Toluca (MX) manufacturing team, clients, suppliers, tradeshows, and industry events.

· Willingness to occasionally work flexible hours (testing products at night/on weekends, support other departments, industry events/shows, meet deadlines, etc.) (~10%).

· (2-5) years Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or Manufacturing Engineering related work experience.

· Experience with SolidWorks.

· Experience with Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma principles.

· Strong organizational skills.

· Ability to self-prioritize, take ownership of responsibilities, and meet agreed task due dates.

· Must be able to follow verbal and written instructions while also being able to work with little to no supervision.

· Familiarity with welding processes and specifications

If you are passionate about engineering and outdoor adventures, we invite you to apply today and become part of our dedicated team at Aluminess Products, Inc.! Your expertise can help us continue providing exceptional products for adventure enthusiasts.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $68,115.38 - $82,031.42 per year

Benefits:

- 401(k)

- Dental insurance

- Health insurance

- Paid time off

- Vision insurance

Schedule:

- 8 hour shift

Ability to Commute:

- Santee, CA 92071 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

- Santee, CA 92071: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person