Manufacturing Engineer

Crane · Los Angeles, CA

Level: Engineer
Team: Manufacturing
Base pay: $80k–$90k
Degree: Required
Experience asked: 2+ years
Industry: Industrial
Posted: 30+ days ago

The role in 30 seconds

An engineer-level manufacturing role at Crane (industrial) in Los Angeles, CA. Design, develop, and source tools, fixtures, and test equipment to support production needs.

They ask for: 2+ years · degree required
Tools it names: Lean, Six Sigma, Root cause, SPC, FMEA, ISO 9001
Base pay: $80k–$90k
Day to day: some off-shift / weekend coverage

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About the role

Position Summary

The Manufacturing Engineer will support production and drive continuous improvement across manufacturing operations. This role focuses on process development, troubleshooting, and efficiency improvements while supporting both new product introduction and sustaining production. The ideal candidate is hands on, analytical, and motivated to improve safety, quality, delivery, and cost performance.

Principle

Responsibilities

◆Manufacturing & Process Development:
◆Develop and implement cost effective manufacturing processes aligned with product specifications and quality standards
◆Evaluate manufacturability of engineering designs and recommend design or process improvements
◆Support transition of new products from engineering to production, including process validation, documentation, and work instruction development
◆Design, develop, and source tools, fixtures, and test equipment to support production needs
◆Establish manufacturing methods, process flows, and standard work instructions for assembly and testing
◆Continuous Improvement & Operational Excellence
◆Identify and implement opportunities to reduce cost, improve labor efficiency, and enhance product quality
◆Apply Lean and Six Sigma tools to improve manufacturing processes and reduce waste
◆Establish and maintain time standards and analyze labor content for process optimization
◆Support Safety, Quality, Delivery, and Cost performance initiatives and track key metrics
◆Prepare cost justifications, capital requests, and process improvement summaries to support decision making
◆Production Support & Problem Solving
◆Troubleshoot production issues, identify root causes, and implement corrective actions
◆Provide technical support and training to production personnel on processes and equipment
◆Improve first pass yield and reduce scrap and rework using data driven analysis
◆Maintain and update manufacturing documentation, including assembly instructions and process changes
◆Automation & Technology Integration
◆Support implementation of automation solutions including Cobots and advanced manufacturing technologies
◆Evaluate and integrate new equipment to improve throughput, quality, and cost performance
◆Assist with programming, troubleshooting, and calibration of automated systems and PLC applications
◆Develop equipment specifications, support vendor selection, and define implementation timelines

Essential

/ Experience

✓Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or related engineering field
✓1 to 2 years of manufacturing engineering or related experience
✓Working knowledge of manufacturing methods, process design, and statistical process control
✓Experience with DFMEA, ISO 9001, and quality systems
✓Proficiency with CAD tools in 2D and 3D
✓Familiarity with machining, assembly, welding, and electro mechanical systems
✓Exposure to automation, robotics, and PLC programming
✓Understanding of GD and T and engineering drawings
✓Knowledge of production processes, materials, and cost drivers
✓Familiarity with Lean and Six Sigma tools

qualifications

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Demonstrated ability to

•Analyze and solve complex manufacturing problems using data driven methods
•Evaluate manufacturability and production impact of design changes
•Manage multiple priorities and projects in a fast paced environment
•Communicate effectively across production, engineering, and leadership teams
•Identify opportunities for cost reduction, labor efficiency, and quality improvement

Preferred

+Experience with Cobots and integration into manufacturing systems
+Hands on experience with tools for troubleshooting and equipment calibration
+Ability to travel to vendors or customer sites as needed

About Crane Co

Crane Company (NYSE: CR) is a manufacturer of highly engineered industrial products. Founded in 1855, Crane provides products and solutions to customers in the aerospace, defense and space, chemical and petrochemical, water and wastewater, pharmaceutical, and general industrial end markets. The Company operates through two strategic growth platforms: Aerospace & Electronics and Process Flow Technologies. Crane has approximately 7,000 employees across the Americas, Europe, the Middle East, Asia, and Australia. For more information, visit www.craneco.com .

Crane Co. reserves the right to change or assign other duties to this position. The statements contained herein reflect general details as necessary to describe the principal functions of this job, the level of knowledge and skill typically required and the scope of accountability and responsibility. These descriptions should not be considered to be all-inclusive listings of work requirements.

This description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work being performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and