Manufacturing Process Engineer
Location: San Fernando, CA
Pay Rate: $35–38/hr
Type: Temp-to-Perm
Schedule: Monday–Friday | 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM

About the Role

We’re looking for a sharp-thinking, solution-driven Manufacturing Process Engineer to take the lead in streamlining operations at our industrial plant in San Fernando. If you thrive on process improvement, love digging into data, and enjoy turning complexity into efficiency—this role was made for you. You'll work across departments, evaluate methods, tweak layouts, and help ensure our manufacturing lines run like a well-oiled machine.

What You’ll Be Doing

Rethinking and redesigning manufacturing processes to boost performance and cut waste

Using AutoCAD and lean tools to evaluate layouts, workflows, and space utilization

Teaming up with design and planning staff to improve product design and production tooling

Working with vendors to source parts and equipment that meet quality and cost targets

Estimating production timelines, staffing needs, and costs to support smart decision-making

Applying data-driven insights and statistical methods to improve processes and forecast needs

Championing continuous improvement and collaborating on Kaizen and lean projects

Keeping quality, safety, and efficiency front and center, every step of the way

What You Bring to the Table

Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing, Process, or Industrial Engineering (or equivalent experience)

1–2+ years in manufacturing or process engineering, preferably in fast-paced production environments

Experience with Lean Manufacturing, AutoCAD, and assembly line operations

A mindset for analysis and innovation—you’re constantly looking for better ways to do things

Strong project management skills with the ability to lead cross-functional initiatives

Solid understanding of vendor relationships, tooling, layout planning, and cost analysis

Hands-on, collaborative approach—you’re not afraid to roll up your sleeves

Skills That Set You Apart

Lean, Kaizen, and continuous improvement techniques

Strong communicator who thrives in team-based environments

Comfort working with data, stats, and systems to drive smarter manufacturing

Familiar with CMMS, ERP/MRP systems, and quality standards

Able to think ahead, adapt quickly, and juggle multiple priorities

If you're ready to be the driving force behind better, faster, smarter manufacturing—apply today and bring your problem-solving mindset to the team.

Pay Details: $35.00 to $38.00 per hour

Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.

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