Manufacturing Engineering Manager

The successful candidate will lead the manufacturing engineering team to resolve daily manufacturing challenges, drive manufacturing process improvements, and implement breakthrough changes in our machining, assembly, and supplier support. This role involves applying lean concepts to reduce waste and variation, thereby enhancing productivity and efficiency. The position is based in Simi Valley, California.

• Reduce scrap and non-conformances by eliminating waste and variation in all forms.
• Develop and implement benchmark manufacturing processes, including PFMEA, Control Plans, SPC, and SMED.
• Support customers by providing timely, accurate job estimation and compressed lead-times.
• Optimize productivity through efficient, ergonomic, and safe workstation and tooling designs.
• Lead cross-functional Value Analysis/Value Engineering projects to identify and execute cost reduction opportunities to increase margin.
• Manage projects for new equipment, including evaluation, design, specification, selection, justification, acquisition, installation, training, and sign-off to manufacturing.
• Create and reconcile manufacturing documentation as required by operating procedures such as manufacturing BOMs and labor routings.
• Stay current with new manufacturing engineering technology, techniques, and equipment, recommending new approaches where feasible.
• Drive a lean RBS culture through training and implementation of Strategy Deployment and other RBS tools to develop best practices throughout the organization.
• Develop and implement strategies for new product development.
• Demonstrate a process approach and data-driven decision-making skills to systematically and objectively improve company performance.
• Oversee the development of new products, ensuring they meet quality standards and regulatory requirements.
• Lead and participate in events based on VSM Roadmaps.
• Collaborate with the Engineering Manager to develop a robust machinist training process.

• Mastery of lean manufacturing and continuous improvement tools such as SPC, Lean Sigma, SMED, PFMEA, and Strategy Deployment.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, including conventional and non-conventional machining, secondary processes, and precision machining.
• Experience in project management for equipment and new product development.
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Industrial or Mechanical.
• 7-10 years of leadership experience in a manufacturing engineering management position or equivalent.
• Strong leadership in a lean environment, organizational and decision-making skills.
• High sense of urgency to be productive in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication, computer, and interpersonal skills.
• Solid understanding of properties of materials and machining processes.
• Commitment to continuous improvement.

• Understanding of cutting tool design and jig & fixture design for production.
• Understanding of precision machining including grind, lap, hone, and CNC programming.
• Candidates from a close tolerance background typically found in bearing, hydraulic components, or valve design and manufacturing companies are ideal.

The work environment emphasizes a culture of continuous improvement and lean manufacturing. The role involves collaboration with cross-functional teams and requires a high level of engagement in a fast-paced setting. The position also demands proficiency in using various manufacturing technologies and tools to ensure quality and efficiency.

This is a Permanent position based out of Simi Valley, CA.

The pay range for this position is $107000.00 - $165000.00/yr.

Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Coverage Spending accounts (HSA, Health Care FSA and Dependent Care FSA) Paid Time Off and Holidays 401k Retirement Plan with Matching Employer Contributions Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance Paid Leaves Tuition Assistance

This is a fully onsite position in Simi Valley,CA.

This position is anticipated to close on Feb 28, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.

Salary : $107,000 - $165,000