Manufacturing Engineering Manager Jobs in Modesto, CA

Summary:

We are seeking a hands-on and analytical Manufacturing Engineer to support and improve our manufacturing operations. This role is responsible for driving continuous improvement, increasing production efficiency, improving product quality, reducing costs, and supporting new product introductions. The Manufacturing Engineer will work closely with Production, Quality, Supply Chain, Product Development, and Maintenance teams to ensure safe, efficient, and scalable manufacturing processes.

The ideal candidate is highly organized, data-driven, collaborative, and comfortable working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment focused on consumer products.

Essential Functions & Responsibilities:

·Manufacturing & Process Improvement– Analyze manufacturing processes and workflows to identify opportunities for improved efficiency, quality, safety, and cost reduction. Develop and implement process improvements, tooling, fixtures, and work instructions. Lead continuous improvement initiatives using Lean Manufacturing, 5S, Kaizen, and root cause analysis methodologies. Monitor manufacturing KPI’s to improve labor efficiency, throughput, and production flow.

·Quality & Problem Solving– Partner with Product Development and Production to identify and resolve manufacturing and product quality issues. Conduct root cause analysis and implement corrective and preventive actions. Support development of quality standards, inspection methods, and process controls. Assist with reducing scrap, rework, warranty claims, and defects through DFQ principles.

·New Product Introduction – Support transition of new products from Engineering into manufacturing. Evaluate manufacturability of product designs and recommend improvements. Develop manufacturing processes, production documentation, and tooling for new products. Participate in prototype builds, dealer/pilot runs, and product launches. Optimize new and existing assembly lines for efficiency and quality.

·Project Management – Lead manufacturing engineering projects including process improvements, equipment upgrades, and new product launch support. Build project timelines, define milestones, coordinate resources, and communicate status to cross-functional teams. Track scope, cost, risks, and deliverables to help ensure projects are completed on time, within budget, and aligned with safety, quality, and operational goals.

·Production Support - Provide day-to-day technical support to production teams. Assist supervisors and operators with troubleshooting manufacturing challenges. Maintain and update an extensive CNC file library to reflect ongoing production changes.

·Documentation & Reporting– Create, maintain, and distribute manufacturing documentation including work instructions, SOPs, process maps, layouts, and alerts. Maintain accurate engineering and process records. Track and report progress on engineering projects and continuous improvement initiatives.

Required Qualifications:

• Must have Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or related field
• 3+ years of manufacturing engineering experience required
• Project management experience in a manufacturing environment preferred

• Must have knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement methodologies
• Must have experience with process optimization and workflow analysis
• Strong problem-solving and root cause analysis skills
• Ability to read engineering drawings and technical specifications
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and data analysis

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong organizational and project management skills

• Displays initiative to find solutions and work effectively with all levels in the organization

• Bilingual English/Spanish REQUIRED

• Experience in consumer products, assembly manufacturing, RV, automotive, outdoor products, or related industries preferred

• Experience with Enroute CAM software preferred

• Experience with ERP systems and manufacturing software preferred

• Experience with SolidWorks preferred

• Hands on technical background preferred

Physical Requirements

· Ability to stand, sit, or walk for most of an 8-hour shift.

· Ability to lift 25 to 50 pounds.

· Ability to work in both office and production environments

If you’re passionate about manufacturing, problem solving, and the outdoors this may be your chance to help build products people use to explore.

Since 1972, Four Wheel Campers have designed and manufactured rugged, lightweight pop-up truck campers built for adventure. We are seeking a hands-on and analytical Manufacturing Engineer to support and improve our manufacturing operations. This role is responsible for driving continuous improvement, increasing production efficiency, improving product quality, reducing costs, and supporting new product introductions.

Join a legacy outdoor manufacturer where your work won’t sit on a shelf. You’ll see the products you help design travel up mountain, across deserts, and backroads across the world.