Resumen: Is responsible for supporting, developing, implementing, and improving manufacturing processes to ensure operational efficiency, product quality, safety, and cost-effectiveness. This position focuses on continuous improvement, process optimization, waste reduction, and providing technical support to production operations while ensuring compliance with company standards and manufacturing requirements. Responsabilidades:

Mains Responsibilities:

- Analyze and improve manufacturing processes to increase productivity, efficiency, and product quality.

- Develop, update, and maintain work instructions, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and process documentation.

- Identify opportunities to reduce manufacturing costs, material waste, and production downtime.

- Provide technical support to production teams in troubleshooting process-related issues.

- Conduct time studies, process evaluations, and workflow analysis to optimize production operations.

- Support the implementation of Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives.

- Collaborate with Production, Quality, Maintenance, and Engineering teams to resolve manufacturing challenges.

- Monitor key process performance indicators and implement corrective actions when necessary.

- Participate in root cause analysis and problem-solving activities using tools such as 5 Whys, Fishbone Diagrams, and 8D.

- Support new product introductions (NPI), process validations, and manufacturing changes.

- Evaluate production layouts, equipment utilization, and material flow to improve operational efficiency.

- Ensure manufacturing processes comply with safety, quality, and environmental standards.

- Assist in the development and implementation of process improvements, tooling modifications, and equipment upgrades.

- Support preventive and corrective actions to minimize recurring production issues.

Education

- Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering,



Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, or a related field.

Experience

- 1–2 years of experience in manufacturing engineering, process engineering, or production support preferred.

- Experience in a metal-mechanical or manufacturing environment is desirable.

Technical Skills

- Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing principles and continuous improvement methodologies.

- Understanding of manufacturing processes, production workflows, and process optimization.

- Knowledge of time studies, line balancing, and standard work.

- Familiarity with root cause analysis and problem-solving tools.

- Basic knowledge of AutoCAD or similar engineering software.

- Intermediate Microsoft Excel skills.

- Knowledge of ERP systems such as SAP or Oracle is a plus.

- Familiarity with Six Sigma, 5S, Kaizen, and Value Stream Mapping is desirable.

Language Requirements

- Intermediate English proficiency, both written and verbal, preferred.

Key Competencies

- Analytical thinking and problem-solving.

- Strong attention to detail.

- Effective communication skills.

- Teamwork and cross-functional collaboration.

- Continuous improvement mindset.

- Organization and time management.

- Adaptability and willingness to learn.

- Results-oriented approach.

- Proactivity and initiative.

Main Challenges

- Improving manufacturing efficiency while maintaining product quality and safety.

- Reducing production downtime and identifying process bottlenecks.

- Supporting cost reduction initiatives without compromising manufacturing standards.

- Implementing process improvements while minimizing disruption to daily production.

- Identifying and eliminating waste in manufacturing operations.

- Ensuring accurate process documentation and standardization.

- Collaborating with multiple departments to resolve production issues.

- Adapting manufacturing processes to new products, equipment, and operational requirements.

📌 Engineer - I (Tijuana)
🏢 Panasonic Automotive
📍 Tijuana