Job Title: Manufacturing Engineer
Duration: Full Time
Work Location: Rancho Cucamonga, California 91730
Job Type: Full Time
Work Type: Onsite
Payrate:$85000.00 - $115000.00/Yearly
Overview:
TekWissen is a global workforce management provider headquartered in Ann Arbor, Michigan that offers strategic talent solutions to our clients world-wide. Our client Limited is an oilfield services company and has more than 140 nationalities working in more than 120 countries. This Client has four principal executive offices located in Paris, Houston, London, and The Hague. This Client is the world’s largest offshore drilling company.
Job Description:
MUST have strong Manufacturing Engineer experience within an Elastomer organization.
Aerospace and ITAR experience (preferably)
Knowledge of AS9100 a plus.
Responsibilities
The Manufacturing Engineer works closely with the manufacturing team, supports the development, optimization and sustainability of manufacturing processes related to elastomer materials and products. This role ensures efficient production, high product quality and strong compliance with industry standards while working closely with cross-functional teams in engineering, quality, safety and operations.
Process Engineering & Optimization
Develop, implement, and optimize elastomer molding, extrusion, mixing, and curing processes (e.g., compression molding, injection molding, calendaring).
Analyze production data to identify inefficiencies and lead continuous improvement initiatives using Lean, Six Sigma and root‑cause problem‑solving tools.
Create and maintain process documentation, including work instructions, SOPs, control plans and PFMEAs.
Manufacturing Support
Provide day-to-day technical support to production teams, troubleshooting process and equipment issues related to elastomer manufacturing.
Define and validate process parameters for new and existing products to ensure stability, repeatability and compliance with product specifications.
Oversee tooling design, tooling trials, and qualification for elastomer components.
Equipment & Technology
Specify, validate, and maintain elastomer processing equipment, including mixers, extruders, molding presses, curing ovens, and inspection tools.
Lead or support capital equipment projects, including justification, procurement, installation, and validation.
Identify and implement new technologies to improve elastomer flow, curing chemistry, throughput and product consistency.
Safety & Environmental
Support safety initiatives by identifying risks associated with high-temperature processes, chemical mixing, and press operations.
Ensure compliance with environmental regulations related to elastomer materials and curing agents.
TekWissen® Group is an equal opportuity employer supporting workforce diversity.