Manufacturing Engineer L1

Delphon Industries, LLC dba Gel-Pak•Hayward, CA

13h•$86 - $90

About The Position

The Manufacturing Engineer L1 is a key member of the manufacturing engineering team, supporting continuous improvement initiatives and day-to-day manufacturing operations. This role focuses on applying production and engineering principles to improve processes, enhance product quality, and support efficient production. The position requires collaboration across engineering, research & development, quality, materials, and operations teams to drive performance and operational excellence.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in mechanical, industrial, or manufacturing Engineering, or related field.
2 years of experience in a manufacturing or engineering environment; inclusive of qualifying internships.
Basic understanding of manufacturing processes and engineering principles.
Experience with design software like SolidWorks/AutoCAD
Familiarity with problem-solving methodologies and continuous improvement concepts (Lean, Six Sigma is a plus).
Strong analytical and organizational skills.
Effective communication and ability to work in a cross-functional team environment.

Nice To Haves

Lean, Six Sigma

Responsibilities

Maintain, troubleshoot, repair, and support manufacturing equipment, tooling, and automation systems to maximize uptime, improve Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE), and support high-volume manufacturing operations.
Perform and document preventive maintenance activities, diagnose electro-mechanical equipment issues, and implement corrective actions to minimize production downtime.
Lead and support continuous improvement initiatives using Lean Manufacturing, Kaizen, Six Sigma, DOE, and structured problem-solving methodologies.
Conduct root cause investigations for production issues, equipment failures, scrap, customer complaints, and RMAs; develop, validate, and implement corrective and preventive actions.
Design, develop, qualify, and implement manufacturing tools, fixtures, automation systems, and process improvements, including ROI analysis, system design, and equipment qualification (IQ/OQ/PQ).
Collect, analyze, and interpret manufacturing data to drive process optimization, improve product quality, and support operational decision-making.
Support qualification and validation of manufacturing processes, equipment, materials, suppliers, and new product introductions (NPI), ensuring compliance with established requirements.
Partner closely with Production, Quality, R&D, Supply Chain, and external suppliers to implement process changes, transfer new products into manufacturing, and achieve project objectives.
Develop, maintain, and revise engineering documentation including work instructions, standard operating procedures (SOPs), process specifications, validation protocols, and manufacturing records.
Support supplier qualification, supplier audits, and new material evaluations to ensure quality, reliability, and manufacturing readiness.
Train and support production operators and technicians on equipment operation, process changes, safety requirements, and manufacturing best practices.
Promote workplace organization, safety, and operational excellence through the application of 6S principles and standard work practices.
Prepare and formulate production materials and support sample builds, engineering trials, and process development activities as required.
Perform other duties and responsibilities assigned over the course of employment.