Associate Manufacturing Engineer Jobs in Salinas, CA

This Manufacturing Engineer role supports the Chemical Operations Department and is responsible for developing, improving, and sustaining manufacturing processes for both new and existing products. The role focuses on enhancing efficiency, safety, quality, productivity, and cost within production operations. Key activities include reviewing product designs, creating work instructions, developing process routings, estimating labor and material costs, implementing production layouts, designing tooling and fixtures, conducting process capability studies, and driving continuous improvement through Lean, 5S, Kaizen, and process hazard analyses.

• As a Manufacturing Engineer with Pacific Scientific EMC, you will be tasked with analyzing, developing, implementing, and maintaining methods, manufacturing operation sequences, specifications, and equipment requirements for production/assembly of new and existing products. Assist with sustaining and released product in manufacturing, with focus on metrics such as efficiency, safety, quality, productivity, and cost.
• Reviews and interprets product design drawings and develops work instructions and process procedures to enable operational personnel to produce products in accordance with design specifications.
• Develops process routings and labor standards for use in proposal cost estimating and shop floor control scheduling requirements.
• Prepares labor, material, tooling, and equipment cost estimates for proposals.
• Develops and implements production process layouts and production readiness plans.
• Develops capital equipment specifications and supports capital equipment justification, installation, and start-up.
• Designs tooling and fixturing for use in the production and inspection of company products.
• Implements statistical process control and conducts process capability studies on critical processes.
• Participates in design reviews to ensure the manufacturability of proposed designs.
• Conducts process audits and time studies of existing processes for optimization and elimination of waste.
• Conducts periodic Kaizen events.
• Creates MPs (Manufacturing Procedures), DCNs (Document Change Notices), and SWIs (Special Work Instructions) for new and sustaining products, working with Document Control and the Technical Writers to develop and implement into production.
• Develops PHA (Process Hazard Analysis) for required processes in the production facility.
• Utilize Lean Manufacturing, 5S, and Kaizen processes to improve the waste and efficiency of the production cells and process'.

• B.S. Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related Engineering Discipline
• Equivalent technical discipline or experience in lieu of degree
• Three (3) years minimum in a manufacturing environment required; One (1) year electronics experience preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively use Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint) to perform daily job tasks.
• SolidWorks/AutoCAD experience required.
• Strong problem-solving skills required.
• Automation programming experience a plus

• Sustaining Manufacturing Engineer in support of Linear Explosive product lines
• Remotely operated equipment to Load, Swag, Form & Cut explosive materials for Detonating/Deflagrating Cord and Shape Charge that will be used elsewhere is our facility to manufacture aerospace/defense product

• PTO
• 401K
• Health Insurance (medical, dental, optical)
• Tuition reimbursement
• Parental leave (mothers, fathers, and adoptive parents)

Bonus or Equity

This position is also eligible for bonus as part of the total compensation package.

Pay Range

The salary range for this position (in local currency) is 66900.00-124300.00

Ralliant, originally part of Fortive, now stands as a bold, independent public company driving innovation at the forefront of precision technology. With a global footprint and a legacy of excellence, we empower engineers to bring next-generation breakthroughs to life - faster, smarter, and more reliably. Our high-performance instruments, sensors, and subsystems fuel mission-critical advancements across industries, enabling real-world impact where it matters most. At Ralliant we're building the future, together with those driven to push boundaries, solve complex problems, and leave a lasting mark on the world.

Pacific Scientific Energetic Materials Company (PacSci EMC), a Ralliant Corporation (NYSE: RAL) operating company, makes critical missions possible. From concept to demonstration to delivery, we provide leading-edge energetic materials, devices and subsystems for use in military and commercial applications. With engineering and manufacturing capability in Arizona and California, our associates work together to solve the toughest technical challenges with a dedication to Safety First, Quality Every TimeTM. We enable success for innumerable missions on a daily basis, impacting the lives of military personnel, law enforcement officers, commercial airline pilots, astronauts, and oil field operators. For nearly a century, PacSci EMC's experience and expertise has been relied upon in the times When Milliseconds MatterTM. For more information, go to www.psemc.com. PacSci EMC is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of race, sex, religion, age, national origin, color, disability, or veteran status. Nonetheless, US citizenship is a requirement for this position due to U.S. Government contractual requirements. We are committed to providing a workplace free of any discrimination or harassment. We all have a role in building a community where everyone belongs. Where you can speak your mind, be yourself, and feel supported. It's how we achieve more together - for each other, for our customers, and for the world. https://www.Ralliant.com/inclusion-diversity.

We Are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Ralliant Corporation and all Ralliant Companies are proud to be equal opportunity employers. We value and encourage diversity and solicit applications from all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or other characteristics protected by law.

Ralliant and all Ralliant Companies are also committed to providing reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities. Individuals who need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment application process, please contact us at applyassistance@Ralliant.com.

Is this role subject to ITAR?

The essential duties of this position require adherence to U.S. Government export control regulations. Accordingly, candidates must either be U.S. Persons (i.e., U.S. citizens, U.S. lawful permanent residents, or protected individuals as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)) or be prepared to collaborate with the company in securing the necessary U.S. government export authorizations. While the company encourages all interested applicants to apply, please be aware that ongoing employment is dependent upon obtaining the appropriate government export authorizations.

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