Production Engineer (Industrial)

We are seeking a Production Engineer responsible for improving and sustaining production processes to reliably meet quality, cost, delivery and safety targets. The role is direct hire with our client, in Fort Worth, TX, and is onsite daily.

No 3rd party candidates can be considered for this role.

This role partners with industrial, quality, process, and product engineering to increase throughput, reduce variability, implement reliable equipment and tooling, and support new product introductions. The ideal candidate combines strong engineering fundamentals with hands-on manufacturing experience and continuous-improvement discipline.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze current production processes and line layouts to identify capacity, bottlenecks, and waste; propose and implement improvements to increase throughput and reduce cycle time.
• Lead root-cause investigations for recurring defects or downtime using structured methods (5 Whys, fishbone, 8D, FMEA) and drive sustained corrective actions.
• Validate, improve, and optimize process flows, work instructions, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and operator training materials.
• Implement and maintain process controls and statistical process control (SPC) systems; collect and analyze production data to monitor capability and trends.
• Support new product introduction (NPI) and product transfers.
• Collaborate with other engineering departments to identify need for, design, or specify tooling, fixtures, gauges and test equipment for production.
• Work with automation and controls teams to identify opportunities for improvement of automation.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives by proposing medium-to-large-scope projects, preparing cost/benefit notes, and implementing under engineer guidance.
• Coordinate with quality engineering to define inspection criteria, first-article inspection (FAI), and corrective/preventive actions.
• Provide technical support to production during escalations, launches, and high-impact events; coach and mentor production staff on technical topics.
• Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements in manufacturing processes.
• Track and report key manufacturing metrics (OEE, first pass yield, throughput, scrap rate, downtime) and present improvement plans.
• Train and guide engineering technicians and senior operators on engineering methodologies to better support and control production operations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Industrial, Manufacturing, Electrical Engineering, or related technical field (or equivalent experience).
• Demonstrated competency of process design, root-cause analysis, and continuous improvement in a production environment.
• Proficiency with data analysis and statistical tools (Excel, Minitab, SPC); familiarity with data collection and basic SQL or scripting is a plus.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills; proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and influence at all levels.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work with precision.
• Comfortable in a manufacturing environment and able to perform hands-on activities as required (lifting, climbing into racks, standing)
• Willingness to work flexible hours, including occasional overtime, to support production needs.

Working Conditions

• Work is primarily performed in a manufacturing production setting.
• Exposure to moderate noise levels, machinery, and tools
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. for extended periods.
• Must be able to stand, bend, and move for extended periods.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance.