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MANUFACTURING ENGINEER I

Lisi Medical Jedopa Inc · Pacific, CA

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Level
Engineer
Team
Manufacturing
Base pay
$75k–$83k
Degree
Required
Industry
Industrial
Posted
6 days ago

The role in 30 seconds

An engineer-level manufacturing role at Lisi Medical Jedopa Inc (industrial) in Pacific, CA. Develops, evaluates, and improves manufacturing methods, utilizing knowledge of product design, materials and parts, fabrication processes, tooling and production equipment capabilities, assembly methods, and quality control standards.

They ask for
degree required
Tools it names
Tooling
Base pay
$75k–$83k

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From the plant jobs report · week of October 19, 2026

Manufacturing Engineer roles in California: typical posted base $111k–$160k. This one lists $75k–$83k.

Median of the low and high ends of 113 live postings that list pay, out of 302 manufacturing engineer openings in California, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.

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How this role compares

Against 301 other live manufacturing postings in California.

Base pay
About 41% below similar roles

Typical $110k–$157k, from 103 postings that list pay.

Experience asked
Not stated

Similar roles usually ask 5+ years.

Skills these teams ask for most

  • ✓ Tooling 58%
  • ✓ New product launch 53%
  • Root cause 43%
  • Automation 33%
  • CATIA / NX 32%
  • Machining 30%

✓ = this posting asks for it too. % = share of similar postings that mention it.

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This plant: Lisi Medical Jedopa Inc in Pacific

1 other open role at this site.

Full description from Lisi Medical Jedopa IncAs posted on their careers site.Show

Responsibilities

  • ◆Utilizes LEAP (LISI Excellence Achievement Program) tools and other continuous improvement tools and methods to provide timely technical and other support within their assigned UAP to ensure timely resolution to all UAP matters.
  • ◆Participates in PSM2 meetings and collaborates with other team members within their assigned UAP to ensure timely response and resolution to the needs of the Plant.
  • ◆Assists in the research, design and development of manufacturing processes including production flow, assembly methods and production equipment.
  • ◆Coordinates and maintains detailed layouts of buildings and equipment.
  • ◆Coordinates the manufacturing launch of new/revised products including establishing goals, training team members and evaluating results.
  • ◆Coordinates the analysis and tests and/or sources and cost-justifies various tools, machinery and equipment for recommended manufacturing methods.
  • ◆Coordinates product/process analysis for cost reduction, quality improvement, and improved efficiency.
  • ◆Assist with processing new parts and routines routed through the shop.
  • ◆Identify parts and tools needed in order to achieve manufacturing goals according to product specification.
  • ◆Able to perform tool design (fixtures) with use of computer assisted design applications and programs.
  • ◆Able to perform the re-engineering process of existing parts as needed for improved manufacturability.
  • ◆Able to identify, perform and troubleshoot tools in manufacturing for improved quality and tool life.
  • ◆Represents manufacturing on cross-functional teams.
  • ◆Relies on instructions and pre-established guidelines to perform the functions of the job.
  • ◆Works under general supervision with a certain degree of creativity and latitude as required.
  • ◆Continually exemplifies and is an advocate of LISI Aerospace’s Vision, Mission, and Guiding Principles as stated in LISI Aerospace’s Team Member Handbook.
  • ◆Champions and participates in the LEAP (LISI Excellence Achievement Program) in support of the Company’s commitment to continuous improvement in the areas of; HSE, Quality, and Production.
  • ◆Responsible for complying with the rules and regulations set forth by Federal, Local, and State government, LISI Aerospace, and HSE Procedures.
  • ◆Other duties may be assigned.

Ways of working, experience, and behaviors

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

  • ✓Analytical - Strong technical math skills to synthesizes complex or diverse information; Collects and researches data; Uses experience to complement data; understands the work flows and procedures.
  • ✓Technical Skills – Technical skills in manufacturing processes and methods including flow, layout, assembly and production equipment.
  • ✓Oral and Written Communication - Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; listens intently to others and seeks clarification; Provides clear and pleasant responses to inquires regardless of the situation; Demonstrates group presentation skills; Participates in meetings.
  • ✓Team Work - Balances team and individual responsibilities; Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; Gives and welcomes feedback; Contributes to building a positive team spirit; Places success of team above own interests; Able to build morale and group commitments to goals and objectives; Supports everyone's efforts to succeed; Recognizes accomplishments of team members.
  • ✓Business Acumen - Understands business implications of decisions; Displays orientation to profitability; Aligns work with strategic goals.
  • ✓Cost Consciousness - Works within approved budget; Develops and implements cost saving measures; Contributes to profits and revenue; Conserves organizational resources.
  • ✓Adaptability - Adapts to changes in the work environment; Manages competing demands; Changes approach or method to best fit the situation; Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.
  • ✓Planning/Organizing - Independently capable to prioritizes and plans work activities of self and others; Uses time efficiently; Plans for resources in a creative way only adding cost as absolutely necessary; Sets goals and objectives; Develops realistic individual action plans.
  • ✓Professionalism - Approaches others in a tactful manner; Reacts well under pressure; Treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; Accepts responsibility for own actions; Follows through on commitments.

Supervisory

Responsibilities

No Supervisory responsibilities.

Requirements

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The

requirements

listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and/or Experience

  • ✓B.S. Degree in Mechanical or Manufacturing Engineering or equivalent combination of education and /or experience
  • ✓A minimum of 1 to 3 engineering experience of manuf
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Primary summary

The Manufacturing Engineer I is responsible for providing technical support to their assigned UAP (Autonomous Production Unit), Manufacturing, Support Departments, and to Outside Customers. Develops, evaluates, and improves manufacturing methods, utilizing knowledge of product design, materials and parts, fabrication processes, tooling and production equipment capabilities, assembly methods, and quality control standards.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to satisfactorily perform each essential requirement, represents the knowledge, skill, and/or ability. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an \"at will\" relationship.

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