Manufacturing Engineer A | Industrial Sewing & Textile Manufacturing

North American Production Sharing -
Tijuana, B.C.

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Cualificaciones

Microsoft Powerpoint
Microsoft Word
AutoCAD
Microsoft Excel
Microsoft Outlook
Experiencia en control de inventarios
ERP systems
Adobe Illustrator
Inglés
Microsoft Office
Ensamblaje
Software de diseño
Licenciatura
Mejora continua
Ingeniería industrial
SolidWorks
Experiencia en manufactura
Liderazgo

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We are seeking a Manufacturing Engineer with strong experience in industrial sewing processes and textile manufacturing to support a new manufacturing operation. This position will play a key role in the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of production processes, driving operational efficiency, product quality, and overall plant performance. The ideal candidate brings solid technical expertise, problem-solving skills, and a continuous improvement mindset within manufacturing environments.

Education & Experience

Bachelor's Degree in Industrial Engineering, Textile Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or related field
Minimum 3 to 5 years of experience in textile, sewing, cutting, or apparel manufacturing environments.
Proven experience supporting manufacturing start-ups, production transfers, or new line implementations is preferred.
Intermediate to advanced English proficiency.
Valid visa and availability for occasional business travel.

Plant Start-up & Manufacturing Implementation

Experience in production line setup, manufacturing cell design, and shop floor layout implementation.
Support installation, commissioning, and validation of industrial sewing and cutting equipment.
Development of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), work instructions, visual aids, and process documentation.
Training and onboarding of production personnel on sewing operations, equipment usage, safety procedures, and quality standards.
Participation in pilot runs, production trials, and line balancing activities to optimize efficiency and throughput.
Design and implementation of jigs, fixtures, guides, and process improvements that enhance consistency and productivity.
Establishment of material flow systems, point-of-use storage, and inventory control methods.
Experience managing Bills of Materials (BOMs), manufacturing routings, engineering changes, and ERP systems.
Knowledge of maquiladora manufacturing operations, including import/export processes and USMCA regulations.

Technical Knowledge

Experience with manual and automated fabric cutting processes and equipment.
Strong understanding of industrial sewing operations and manufacturing processes.
Knowledge of sewing machine configurations, stitch types, threads, needles, tensions, and sewing attachments.
Understanding of textile materials, synthetic fabrics, technical fabrics, and related manufacturing characteristics.
Proficiency in AutoCAD, SolidWorks, Adobe Illustrator, and/or other manufacturing and design software.
Advanced Microsoft Office skills, particularly Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook.

Lean Manufacturing & Continuous Improvement

Application of Lean Manufacturing principles including 5S, Kaizen, Value Stream Mapping (VSM), and Poka-Yoke.
Experience conducting time studies, capacity analysis, labor utilization assessments, and line balancing.
Knowledge of ergonomic workstation design for cutting, sewing, and assembly operations.
Experience with quality systems, including SPC, Process FMEA, corrective actions, root cause analysis, and non-conformance management.
Ability to utilize measuring and inspection tools such as calipers, rulers, gauges, and related equipment.

Core Competencies

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills focused on productivity improvement and waste reduction.
Leadership skills with the ability to train, develop, and motivate production teams.
Effective cross-functional collaboration with Production, Quality, Maintenance, Planning, and Supply Chain departments.
Adaptability and sense of urgency in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
Excellent organizational, communication, and project management abilities.

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Education & Experience

Plant Start-up & Manufacturing Implementation

Technical Knowledge

Lean Manufacturing & Continuous Improvement

Core Competencies

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