Manufacturing Engineer

Manufacturing Engineer The Manufacturing Engineer (ME) is responsible for ongoing support and continuous improvement of the manufacturing process of high precision sealing components made at Magnetic Seal, LLC. (MagSeal) in Warren, RI. From prototype development through production, the Manufacturing Engineer works collaboratively with all business functions to ensure quality product is delivered on time to meet our customers’ demanding sealing needs. The ME will lead projects aimed at improving process efficiency, capacity, and sustainability of existing processes. This includes specifying new technology and supporting the capital expenditure process. Who are we? Founded in 1849, Ducommun is the oldest company in California. Starting as a hardware supply store during the California Gold Rush and eventually assisted in the birth of the aerospace industry in Southern California by providing aircraft aluminum to early aerospace pioneers like Lindbergh, Douglas and Lockheed. Today Ducommun is a global provider of innovative manufacturing solutions for customers in the aerospace, defense and industrial markets. We specialize in electronic and structural systems, producing complex products and components for commercial aircraft platforms, mission-critical military and space programs, and sophisticated industrial applications. Our Facility in Warren, RI is responsible for engineering and manufacturing some of the world’s most advanced sealing solutions. Essential Functions: - Support existing manufacturing processes and associated technology. - Create or modify Engineering Masters and routers utilizing the manufacturing ERP system. - Lead continuous improvement projects in the manufacturing process. - Follow in house manufacturing and engineering processes and assist in the creation and improvement of companywide process documentation and instructions. - Recommend & implement process changes in support of internal & external customer(s). - Identify and implement new technology to drive process improvements and increase manufacturing capacity. - Develop and properly document new manufacturing processes and/or process changes via Process Change Notice (PCN) system. - Support strategic outsourcing of manufacturing operations as deemed necessary by production demand. - Create and oversee preventative maintenance (PM) procedures and regulatory inspections as required. - Calculate manufacturing costs of new and existing product. - Support Environmental, Health, and Safety initiatives throughout the organization. - Troubleshoot equipment issues and coordinate service calls if necessary. - Responsible for storing and handling all Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) appropriately to prevent unauthorized access, dissemination, or use of this information or documentation. - Support all visitor and security policies to protect ITAR/EAR/CMMC/CUI information, documents, product, etc. from unauthorized access by informing management immediately of any concerns. - Responsible for the proper handling and management of hazardous waste generated in employee’s work area. - Performs other duties as assigned. - Regular and acceptable attendance is an essential function of this job.