Manufacturing Process Engineer

POSITION SUMMARY The Manufacturing Process Systems Engineer develops, implements, documents, and continuously improves manufacturing and assembly processes, with primary responsibility for administration and development of the Dozuki digital work instruction platform. The role creates standardized visual instructions, integrates in-process data collection, and supports inspection, testing, traceability, and reporting. Working with Manufacturing Engineering, Production, Quality, Electrical Engineering, Design Engineering, Business Automation, and Business Intelligence, this engineer identifies opportunities to simplify assembly, improve efficiency and consistency, and make manufacturing information more useful and accessible. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Digital Manufacturing Systems & Documentation • Own day-to-day administration, structure, maintenance, and continuous improvement of Dozuki. • Develop and maintain accurate, clear, revision-controlled digital instructions for assembly, manufacturing, inspection, and testing; use photographs, diagrams, and other visual aids. • Translate approved engineering drawings, specifications, and quality requirements into practical instructions. • Embed in-process measurements, inspection checkpoints, verification steps, and electronic data capture; train and support system users. Manufacturing Process Development & Improvement • Observe manufacturing operations and identify inefficiencies, unnecessary steps, assembly difficulties, and opportunities for standardization. • Develop and recommend improvements to manufacturing methods, assembly sequences, process flow, and ease of assembly. • Collaborate with production personnel to validate proposed changes and assess results using observation, feedback, and available data. • Document approved changes and support new product introductions, equipment, and process technologies. Quality & Testing • Partner with Quality to document inspection procedures, quality processes, and controlled work instructions. • Assist in developing test methods, reporting formats, and reliable capture of inspection and test results. • Incorporate approved acceptance criteria and verification requirements; support traceability and accurate reporting. Automation, Data & Business Intelligence • Identify opportunities to automate repetitive tasks, reduce manual data entry, and improve manufacturing workflows. • Define manufacturing data needs with Business Automation and Business Intelligence; support appropriate Dozuki and business-system integrations. • Help develop actionable reports and dashboards for production performance, process compliance, and quality trends. Cross-Functional Collaboration • Coordinate with Production, Quality, Manufacturing Engineering, Design Engineering, and Electrical Engineering on processes and documentation. • Partner with Design Engineering on manufacturability and assembly challenges, and with Electrical Engineering on wiring, electrical assembly, and test documentation. • Ensure affected teams review relevant changes, receive clear communication, and have appropriate training. DESIRED SKILLS & COMPETENCIES • Attention to detail: Accurate, thorough documentation and dependable data capture. • Creativity and innovation: Develops practical, simpler approaches to manufacturing challenges. • Continuous improvement: Proactively identifies and pursues meaningful process enhancements. • Analytical thinking and problem-solving: Questions assumptions, investigates root causes, and uses evidence to evaluate options. • Technical communication and process visualization: Turns complex work into clear, logical, visual instructions. • Organization and execution: Prioritizes multiple assignments, meets commitments, and maintains controlled records. • Initiative, ownership, and accountability: Makes thoughtful recommendations and follows work through to verified completion. • Adaptability and learning: Learns products, systems, and processes; welcomes constructive feedback. • Cross-functional collaboration and interpersonal skills: Listens to shop floor and technical stakeholders and builds productive relationships. • Shop floor engagement: Regularly observes real operations, works with assemblers, and validates documented methods. • Automation and systems thinking: Recognizes opportunities to connect processes, data, systems, and reporting. • Data accuracy and interpretation: Understands traceability, data quality, and actionable reporting. • Training and knowledge transfer: Helps users adopt consistent, effective work methods. EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE Minimum Qualifications • Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a closely related engineering discipline from an accredited institution. • Understanding of manufacturing and assembly principles; ability to interpret engineering drawings and technical specifications. • Strong technical writing, analytical, communication, and problem-solving abilities. • Proficiency with Microsoft Office, especially Excel, and aptitude for learning manufacturing software. • Ability to manage priorities independently and work across engineering, quality, and production teams. Preferred Qualifications • Two to five years of relevant manufacturing or process engineering experience. • Experience creating standardized work instructions or digital technical documentation; Dozuki experience preferred. • Familiarity with Lean manufacturing, root cause analysis, process improvement, inspection, and test documentation. • Experience with CAD (preferably Autodesk), ERP/MES, manufacturing data systems, Domo or Power BI, and workflow automation. TECHNICAL KNOWLEDGE & PROFICIENCY • Digital work instructions and revision control; Dozuki or similar platforms. • Mechanical/electrical drawings, assembly methods, manufacturing process flow, and technical documentation. • Quality inspection, test procedures, manufacturing traceability, and controlled data capture. • Excel, reporting and business intelligence tools; ERP/MES and digital workflows. • CAD systems, manufacturing process optimization, and continuous improvement methods. DECISION-MAKING AUTHORITY & ACCOUNTABILITY The engineer is expected to independently identify problems, challenge inefficient methods constructively, and confidently propose solutions supported by engineering judgment, shop floor observation, and data. During initial onboarding, proposed manufacturing and assembly process changes must be reviewed and approved by the Director of Manufacturing Execution before implementation. As the engineer demonstrates sound judgment and knowledge of company processes, the Director may delegate authority to implement defined categories of lower-risk changes. Delegation is based on demonstrated competence, not a fixed timetable. The engineer remains accountable for communicating changes, updating controlled documentation, and verifying effectiveness. Changes affecting product design, controlled specifications, electrical requirements, test acceptance criteria, safety, or regulatory/quality obligations require review and approval from the appropriate authorized functions, regardless of delegated manufacturing process authority. PERFORMANCE EXPECTATIONS • Documentation quality: Instructions are accurate, usable, current, controlled, and aligned with approved requirements; effectiveness takes priority over volume. • Process improvement: Identifies, recommends, and validates practical improvements to efficiency, consistency, quality, and ease of assembly. • Dozuki and digital systems: Maintains a reliable platform, improves adoption, and expands appropriate data capture and reporting. • Automation and reporting: Works with technical partners to reduce unnecessary manual work and improve visibility of useful manufacturing data. • Shop floor engagement: Maintains consistent contact with production personnel and verifies that instructions work in practice. • Communication and collaboration: Communicates progress and risks promptly, seeks stakeholder input, and coordinates approved changes. • Ownership and execution: Manages priorities, meets agreed timelines, follows through, and keeps project status visible. • Professional growth: Develops product/process knowledge, exercises sound judgment, and earns increasing independence. Performance indicators and numerical targets should be established after evaluating current process and documentation baselines. WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS Work Environment • Full-time, on-site work at Bauer Compressors, Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM, with a one-hour unpaid lunch. • Combination of office-based computer work and frequent time in manufacturing and assembly areas. • Potential exposure to machinery, noise, moving components, and typical manufacturing environmental conditions; compliance with required PPE and safety procedures. • Regular collaboration, shop floor observations, process reviews, and occasional hands-on validation. Physical Requirements • Combination of sitting, standing, and walking; regular movement throughout production areas. • Visual observation of components, assemblies, and manufacturing operations; use of computers, tablets, cameras, and measuring instruments. • Occasional bending, reaching, kneeling, and participation in hands-on assembly or testing activities. • Occasional lifting and carrying of materials, components, or equipment weighing up to 40 pounds. Safety & Compliance • Follow all facility safety procedures and communicate observed hazards. • Evaluate safety implications of proposed changes and incorporate required precautions into controlled instructions. Essential functions may be performed with or without reasonable accommodation. HR should verify physical demands against actual duties. POSITION OBJECTIVES • Standardization: Consistent, accessible, accurate manufacturing, assembly, and quality documentation. • Process improvement: Simpler assembly, repeatable methods, improved quality, and greater manufacturing efficiency. • Digital integration: Expanded effective use of Dozuki, automated workflows, and electronic data collection. • Data-driven decisions: Reliable manufacturing and quality reporting that supports operational improvement. • Cross-functional alignment: Coordinated engineering, production, quality, and business-system improvements. This description summarizes the general nature of the role and is not an exhaustive list of duties. Responsibilities may evolve with business needs. Employment classification, compensation disclosures, and physical requirements are subject to HR review. General sign-off: The employee is expected to adhere to all company policies and to act as a role model in the adherence to policies. 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