Manufacturing Engineer - 2nd Shift

RAM Aerospace • St. George, UT

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About The Position

RAM Aerospace is hiring a Manufacturing Engineer to improve assembly efficiency on its production floor. The role works directly with technicians to optimize assembly of flight-critical hardware, troubleshoot production issues, and implement Lean solutions that make work safer and more consistent. The position is based around hands-on support and collaboration with operators and other production teams.

The Manufacturing Engineer leads Lean process improvements, supports production when equipment or processes cause delays, and creates clear work instructions and standard operating procedures. The role also facilitates Kaizen events, trains operators on processes and equipment, coordinates preventative maintenance planning, and collaborates with Design Engineering on new product introduction and design for assembly.

Applicants must hold a relevant bachelor's degree and have experience in a manufacturing environment supporting assembly operations. RAM Aerospace requires applicants to pass a criminal background check and drug screening and meet the stated ITAR eligibility requirements.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Industrial Engineering.
• Demonstrated experience in a manufacturing environment supporting assembly operations.
• Strong understanding of Lean principles, including 5S, One-Piece Flow, and Visual Management.
• Ability to translate engineering requirements into clear, step-by-step operator instructions.
• Practical troubleshooting skills and ability to use root cause analysis such as 5 Whys.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, including the ability to work with production staff and management.
• Must be able to pass a comprehensive criminal background check and drug screening.
• Must meet ITAR eligibility requirements: be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident with a current Green Card, or lawfully admitted to the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum.

Nice To Haves

• Practical experience participating in or leading continuous improvement projects.
• Basic CAD knowledge, including SolidWorks, for interpreting drawings or sketching simple tooling concepts.
• Familiarity with electro-mechanical assembly processes.

Responsibilities

• Lead implementation of Lean Manufacturing principles on the assembly line.
• Analyze value streams to reduce cycle time, eliminate waste, and improve product flow.
• Provide hands-on technical support and troubleshoot production stoppages, assembly issues, and fixture problems.
• Author and maintain work instructions and standard operating procedures.
• Plan and facilitate Kaizen events with operators, quality, maintenance, and other cross-functional teams.
• Improve production processes and line layout to address recurring issues.
• Work with supervisors to train and certify operators on new processes or equipment.
• Monitor assembly equipment health and coordinate with maintenance to establish preventative maintenance schedules.
• Collaborate with Design Engineering during new product introduction and provide manufacturing input to support design for assembly.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Short-term disability and voluntary benefits.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Paid time off and paid holidays.
• Paid parental leave.
• 401(k) retirement account with employer match.
• Tuition assistance.
• Flexible work schedule.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time