Position Summary:
The Manufacturing Engineer I supports TransPak’s production operations by assisting in the development, documentation, and improvement of manufacturing processes for new and existing products. This entry-level role focuses on Bill of Materials (BOM) setup, process documentation, tooling coordination, and continuous improvement activities under the guidance of senior engineers.
This position provides hands-on exposure to manufacturing workflows, equipment, and process validation, while learning how to balance design intent with practical production requirements. The Manufacturing Engineer I works closely with Design Engineering, Operations, and Quality teams to ensure smooth product transitions from design to manufacturing, in line with TransPak’s global quality and efficiency standards.
Key Responsibilities:
- Create and maintain Bills of Materials (BOMs) in the ERP system with accurate product details and part hierarchies.
- Support new product introductions (NPI) by coordinating process setup, tooling readiness, and operator training.
- Provide hands-on shop-floor support by assisting production teams with troubleshooting, resolving process issues, and facilitating real-time problem resolution.
- Support senior engineers on manufacturing documentation, First Article Inspection documentation and other support type documents.
- Collaborate with Procurement to ensure component availability and approved material use.
- Verify that product data and documentation are accurate and ready for manufacturing release.
- Assist in developing and maintaining standardized manufacturing processes, work instructions, and documentation.
- Support new product introduction (NPI) by helping set up processes, verifying tooling readiness, and coordinating operator training.
- Collect and analyze basic production data to identify inefficiencies and propose improvement ideas.
- Contribute to Design for Manufacturability (DFM) feedback during design handoff to production.
- Participate in Lean, 5S, and Kaizen initiatives to improve efficiency and reduce waste.
- Support data collection for process metrics (e.g., cycle time, yield, efficiency).
- Assist with small-scale projects aimed at improving material flow, layout, or assembly methods.
- Learn and apply structured problem-solving tools such as 5 Whys and Fishbone analysis.
- Work closely with Design Engineering, Operations, Quality, and Procurement to ensure smooth production flow.
- Assist with equipment setup, validation, and maintenance tracking.
- Participate in supplier reviews and component qualification efforts as assigned.
- Maintain up-to-date manufacturing documentation, work instructions, and inspection records.
- Ensure processes comply with TransPak quality and safety standards (ISO 9001, OSHA, etc.).
- Assist with audit preparation and follow-up actions when needed.
- Other duties as assigned by management.
Experience & Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing, Mechanical, Industrial Engineering, or related field/equivalent work experience.
- 1-3 years of experience in manufacturing, process, or production engineering.
- Basic understanding of manufacturing principles such as process flow, DFM, and Lean concepts.
- Exposure to ERP systems, BOM management, or engineering documentation preferred.
- Experience providing manufacturing shopfloor or production support preferred.
- Exposure to manufacturing process development, process standardization, and continuous improvement activities.
- Familiarity with CAD tools (SolidWorks, AutoCAD) for basic layout or tooling drawings.
- Strong problem-solving and analytical skills; eagerness to learn structured improvement methods.
- Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and specifications.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook); familiarity with Power BI a plus.
- Clear written and verbal communication skills with the ability to work effectively across departments.
- Basic knowledge of measurement tools (tape measure, calipers, scales) and tolerance concepts (GD&T familiarity a plus).
- Exposure to packaging, machining, assembly, or fabrication processes is beneficial but not required.
