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Manufacturing Engineer

La Porte, IN

$67.60K - $87K/yr

Description Manufacturing Engineer - Entry Level Location: Kingsbury, Indiana Department ... Partner with Operations and Lean/Continuous Improvement teams to improve manufacturing flow, reduce ...

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Manufacturing Engineer

La Porte, IN

$67.60K - $87K/yr

Description Manufacturing Engineer - Entry Level Location: Kingsbury, Indiana Department ... Partner with Operations and Lean/Continuous Improvement teams to improve manufacturing flow, reduce ...

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Industrial Engineer - Entry Level Position Summary Growing automotive manufacturing company is ... Lean Manufacturing or Continuous Improvement concepts · Familiarity with welding or stamping ...

Assembler

Morrisville, VT · On-site

$19/hr

... lean manufacturing and third-party logistics solutions in North America. We're a team-oriented ... From $19.00+ per hour Note: Entry level candidates may start in temp-to-hire openings with ...

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How much do entry level lean manufacturing jobs pay per hour?

As of May 30, 2026, the average hourly pay for entry level lean manufacturing in the United States is $31.31, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $27.40 and $34.62 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Entry Level Lean Manufacturing vs Entry Level Manufacturing Technician?

AspectEntry Level Lean ManufacturingEntry Level Manufacturing Technician
CertificationsLean Six Sigma Green Belt (preferred)None required, but technical certifications helpful
Work EnvironmentProduction floors focused on process improvementManufacturing plants performing assembly or fabrication
Industry UsageCommon in industries emphasizing efficiency and waste reductionWidespread across various manufacturing sectors
Job FocusProcess optimization, waste reduction, continuous improvementOperating machinery, quality checks, basic maintenance

Entry Level Lean Manufacturing roles focus on improving production processes through waste reduction and efficiency strategies, often requiring knowledge of lean principles. Entry Level Manufacturing Technicians perform hands-on tasks like operating equipment and quality inspections. While both roles are entry-level and found in manufacturing environments, Lean Manufacturing positions emphasize process improvement, whereas Manufacturing Technicians focus on direct production tasks.

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Entry Level Manufacturing Engineer - Harness - 1st Shift - Millennium Space Systems

Entry Level Manufacturing Engineer - Harness - 1st Shift - Millennium Space Systems

Boeing

El Segundo, CA

$76.50K - $112.50K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Life, Retirement

Posted 15 days ago


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8.5

Company rating: 8.5 out of 10

Based on 584 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

34th of 511 rated manufacturers


Job description

Entry Level Manufacturing Engineer - Harness - 1st Shift - Millennium Space Systems

Company:

Millennium Space Systems

Millennium Space Systems, a part of Boeing Defense, Space and Security (BDS), is a fast, agile small satellite company focused on national security space. Our missions have direct impact to global security, like missile warning and Earth observation.

Our team is curious, bold and innovative. We take risks, innovate and explore new techniques and technologies. We influence change because we challenge the status quo. And when we watch our satellites launch, we know each one of us made it happen.

Job Summary:

As an Entry Level Manufacturing Engineer - Harness, you will be responsible for developing, qualifying, and implementing manufacturing processes and procedures to build and test flight and non-flight cable harness assemblies. You will be the manufacturing liaison for engineering and be responsible for reviewing harnessing drawings, writing work instructions, supporting production, and working with engineering to optimize manufacturing. This role requires the ability to work first shift.

This position's internal job code is Manufacturing Engineer. Our team is currently hiring for level 1.

Position Responsibilities:

  • Act as the connector between the design engineering and manufacturing organizations

  • Identify improvement opportunities and execute initiatives to ensure product quality, reduce lead time, decrease labor hours, maintain safe operations, etc.

  • Troubleshoot production issues, identify root causes, and drive implementation of corrective actions for non-conformances

  • Create process plans, standard operating procedures, Bill of Materials (BOM), and rework instructions for all manufacturing items within your ownership

  • Conduct reviews of drawings, standards, and other releasable documents

  • Collaborate with design engineers to ensure manufacturability of wire harnesses and provide feedback on design improvements

  • Work within cross-functional teams including quality engineering, manufacturing operations, and supply chain to bring products from new product introduction (NPI) to full-scale production

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):

  • Bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline

  • 0-2+ years working in a harness/cable assembly environment

  • Familiarity with IPC-WHMA-A-620, NASA-STD-8739.4, andIPC J-STD-001

  • Technical problem-solving skills, including root cause analysis complete with sound engineering based corrective actions

  • Experience with MES, MRP, and ERP systems

  • This position requires the ability to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance for which the U.S.GovernmentrequiresU.S.Citizenship. An interim and/or final U.S. Security Clearance Post-Start isrequired

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

  • 2+ years of experience in a harness manufacturing and design (electrical & integration) environment

  • Excellent written, verbal communication, and interpersonal skills

  • Experience in a high-rate manufacturing environment

  • Understanding of electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and harness acceptance testing

  • Writing test scripts, experience with Cirris CH2 and Weetech testers

  • Competency using 3D CAD modeling and PDM software (Solidworks, etc)

  • Exposure to harness design software (Capital, Zuken, etc)

  • Familiarity with lean manufacturing principles and Six Sigma methodologies

Conflict of Interest:

Successful candidates for this job must satisfy the Company's Conflict of Interest (COI) assessment process

Drug Free Workplace:

Millennium Space Systems, a Boeing Company, is a Drug Free Workplace (DFW) where post offer applicants and employees are subject to testing for marijuana, cocaine, opioids, amphetamines, PCP, and alcohol when criteria is met as outlined in our policies.

Total Rewards:

At Millennium Space Systems, a Boeing Company, we strive to deliver a Total Rewards package that will attract, engage and retain the top talent. Elements of the Total Rewards package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities.

Millennium Space Systems also provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and a number of programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work.

The specific programs and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.

Pay is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.

Summary pay range:

  • Level 1: $76,500 - 112,500

Millennium is DDTC-registered, ITAR-compliant Company. This position is located at a facility that requires special access. Applicants MUST be U.S. citizens and eligible for a security clearance. Additionally, applicants must be willing to apply for and maintain a security clearance. We encourage all interested candidates to apply for any open position for which they feel they are qualified.

Language Requirements:

Not Applicable

Education:

Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent

Relocation:

Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position.

Export Control Requirement:

This position must meet U.S. export control compliance requirements. To meet U.S. export control compliance requirements, a "U.S. Person" as defined by 22 C.F.R. 120.62 is required. "U.S. Person" includes U.S. Citizen, U.S. National, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee.

Safety Sensitive:

This is not a Safety Sensitive Position.

Security Clearance:

This position requires the ability to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance for which the U.S. Government requires U.S. Citizenship. An interim and/or final U.S. Top Secret Clearance Post-Start is required.

Visa Sponsorship:

Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.

Contingent Upon Award Program

This position is not contingent upon program award

Shift:

Shift 1 (United States of America)

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