Senior Manufacturing Engineer Job at Compunnel Inc. in Orchard Park

Job Title: Manufacturing Engineer

Location: 10 Cobham Drive, Orchard Park, NY 14127

Work Schedule: Monday – Friday, 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM (Onsite, Flexible)

Position Overview

The Manufacturing Engineer will support production operations by developing, optimizing, and maintaining manufacturing processes, work instructions, and tooling to ensure product quality, safety, and efficiency. This role requires a hands-on engineer with a strong understanding of mechanical assembly, lean manufacturing principles, and continuous improvement methodologies. The engineer will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to resolve production issues, improve workflow, and support key operational goals.

Key Responsibilities

Safety & Compliance

• Learn, implement, and comply with all site safety protocols, ergonomics guidelines, and Management of Change procedures.
• Participate in Lock Out Tag Out (LOTO) training and certification if required.

Process Development & Documentation

• Create and maintain detailed Manufacturing Processes and Work Instructions in compliance with MSOP standards.
• Develop and update Oracle ERP routings to support production requirements.

Inspection & Tooling

• Identify the need for standard or special gauging, inspection methods, and specialized equipment/tooling in production areas.

Problem Solving & Non-Conformance

• Provide timely support for resolving production-related issues.
• Lead or assist in completing Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs) in accordance with MSOP standards, collaborating with cross-functional teams.

Process Optimization & Continuous Improvement

• Drive improvements in First Pass Yield (FPY) and Overall Process Effectiveness (OPE) .
• Apply Lean Six Sigma tools to reduce waste and variability in manufacturing processes, improving Key Performance Indicators (KPIs).
• Support 5S initiatives and visual management systems on the production floor.

Work Cell Design & Integration

• Assist in the development, integration, and validation of work cell designs to optimize production flow and efficiency.

Collaboration & Communication

• Partner with Quality Engineering, Design Engineering, Tooling, and Production teams to improve workflow, throughput, safety, and product quality.
• Participate actively in cross-functional meetings, cell reviews, and customer calls to support ongoing manufacturing initiatives.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution.
• Minimum 2 years of professional experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably with exposure to hand assembly, mechanical fasteners, and product testing .

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in developing and supporting electrical/electro-mechanical manufacturing and assembly processes , including TIG or electron beam welding, vacuum furnace brazing, and machining .
• Hands-on experience with Lean Manufacturing principles and Visual Control implementation.
• Background in tooling development for mechanical and electrical product assembly.
• Knowledge of Design for Manufacture and Assembly (DFMA) principles.
• Proficiency in creating and using PFMEAs (Process Failure Modes and Effects Analysis) .
• Proven track record in continuous improvement and root cause analysis projects.

📩 Please reach out at nitin.rai@compunnel.com or call 520-366-3115 .