Company Profile: 

Melfred Borzall is a leader in manufacturing tools for horizontal directional drilling (HDD). We leverage cutting-edge technologies, including CNC machining, plasma cutting, manual and robotic welding, with a strong focus on automation and lights-out manufacturing. 

Job Summary: 

Reporting to the Director of Operations, the Senior Manufacturing Engineer will be a key contributor in driving efficiency, automation and continuous improvement in our production processes. This role requires expertise in advanced manufacturing techniques, automation integration and Lean Manufacturing principles. The ideal candidate will have experience leading cross-functional teams, optimizing production workflows, implementing new technologies to improve quality, cost, process improvements and automation strategies. 

Duties / Responsibilities: 

Process Optimization & Automation 

Develop and refine CNC machining, welding, brazing, and robotic welding processes to enhance efficiency and quality;

Identify opportunities for automation and lights-out manufacturing; lead implementation projects;

Optimize machine programming, tooling selection, and process parameters to reduce cycle times and improve reliability;

Collaborate with production teams to troubleshoot issues and implement best practices. 

Lean Manufacturing Leadership 

Drive Lean Manufacturing initiatives, including Kaizen events, 5S, waste reduction, and value stream mapping;

Analyze production data to identify bottlenecks and implement process improvements;

Lead cross-functional teams to standardize processes and enhance operational efficiency;

Mentor junior engineers and production staff on Lean principles and continuous improvement methodologies. 

Project Management & Cross-Functional Collaboration 

Lead capital equipment investment projects, from justification and vendor selection, to implementation;

Work with R&D, Quality, and Operations teams to transition new products from development to full-scale production;

Collaborate with maintenance and engineering teams to ensure uptime and reliability of automated systems.

Develop and execute strategies to reduce costs, improve throughput, and enhance quality. 

Quality & Compliance 

Ensure compliance with industry standards and internal quality requirements;

Implement statistical process control (SPC) and other quality control methods to monitor process performance;

Support root cause analysis and corrective action processes for manufacturing defects;

Develop and maintain process documentation, work instructions, and training materials. 

Qualifications: 

Bachelor’s Degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or related field;

Master’s Degree a plus;

5+ years of experience in manufacturing engineering, with expertise in CNC machining, automation, and lean manufacturing;

Experience with welding processes, a plus;

Proven experience in automation integration, process optimization, and lights-out manufacturing;

Strong knowledge of Lean Manufacturing principles, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement methodologies;

Experience with CAD/CAM software (SolidWorks, Mastercam, Fusion 360, etc.) and ERP systems;

Ability to analyze complex problems and implement data-driven solutions;

Strong leadership skills with experience mentoring and coaching engineers and production teams;

Excellent project management skills;

Astute oral and written communication and interpersonal skills;

Exceptional organizational, analytical, time management, problem-solving, multi-tasking and attention to detail skills. 

Working Hours:

8:00AM - 4:30PM, Monday – Friday  

Compensation:

$105K - $135K DOE annual base salary, for this full-time exempt position. 

Benefits:

Medical 85% paid for employee; 65% paid for dependents by company;

Life insurance 100% paid by company for employee;

16 days of paid time off annually (can be used for sick and/or vacation);

Week off paid between Christmas and New Year;

6 paid public holidays;

401k profit sharing plan;

Paid education reimbursement. 

Location:

Santa Maria, CA – in-office position only