Manufacturing Engineering Lead
Nogales, Sonora, Mexico | On-site

Are you passionate about leading engineering teams and optimizing manufacturing processes? We are looking for a Manufacturing Engineering Lead to drive continuous improvement, operational efficiency, and new product introduction within a manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities

- Lead, coach, and develop a team of 4 Manufacturing Engineers, fostering a collaborative, high-performance work environment.
- Drive Lean Manufacturing initiatives focused on continuous improvement, productivity, and cost reduction.
- Develop, maintain, and control process documentation, work instructions, and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
- Collaborate closely with Production, Quality, Purchasing, and Design Engineering teams to resolve technical issues and implement corrective and preventive actions.
- Apply Root Cause Analysis (RCA) methodologies to identify and resolve manufacturing issues using a structured problem-solving approach.
- Support New Product Introduction (NPI) activities, ensuring manufacturing processes are properly developed, validated, and optimized.
- Utilize CAD software to design and improve manufacturing processes, tooling, and fixtures.
- Monitor Engineering department KPIs and provide timely technical support to production operations.

Qualifications

Education

- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related field.

Experience





- Minimum 5 years of experience in Manufacturing Engineering within a manufacturing environment.
- At least 2 years of experience leading engineering teams or in a similar leadership role.
- Proven experience in continuous improvement, process optimization, and structured problem-solving.
- Experience collaborating with cross-functional teams.

Technical Skills

- Lean Manufacturing.
- Root Cause Analysis (RCA).
- CAD software, preferably SolidWorks (experience with other CAD platforms is also valued).
- Process documentation development and control.
- Manufacturing process development and implementation of process improvements.

Languages

- Advanced English (spoken and written) is required.

Preferred Qualifications

- Valid U.S. visa and passport.

Core Competencies

- Team Leadership
- Effective Communication
- Analytical Thinking
- Problem Solving
- Decision Making
- Results Orientation
- Continuous Improvement Mindset

What We Offer

- Competitive salary.
- Comprehensive benefits package, including statutory and additional company benefits.
- Professional growth and career development opportunities.
- Excellent work environment.
- Opportunity to participate in continuous improvement and innovation projects within an international company.

If you meet the qualifications and are looking for your next professional challenge, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today!

Sueldo: $25,000.00 - $28,000.00 al mes

Lugar de trabajo: Empleo presencial

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