Leads manufacturing engineering practices focused on safety, quality, efficiency, process optimization, reliability, and continuous improvement. Responsibilities include developing PFMEAs and control plans, conducting time studies, optimizing layouts and material flow, improving equipment reliability and OEE, managing preventive maintenance, performing root cause analysis, and overseeing capital projects, equipment installations, and qualifications. The role also supports new product launches and operational excellence initiatives.
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From apartments in New York to hospitals and stadiums in Dallas, libraries at prestigious universities to creating modern retail experiences, our teams contribute architectural glass and building products to projects that shape the way people live, work, heal, learn, and play. At OBE, the work of our employees truly matters. With over 6,500 employees, we operate more than 80 manufacturing and distribution facilities in five countries. You can see some of our favorite projects here.
Start your journey with OBE and help us build the future.
The Manufacturing Engineer role at OBE isn’t just a job, it’s a chance to build something meaningful. We’re hiring builders: professionals who are passionate about making a difference and driving operational excellence. You’ll be empowered with the tools, support, and autonomy to make a real impact every single day.
If you're ready to bring your expertise to a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement, we want you on board.
Responsibilities
You’ll lead the development and implementation of best-in-class manufacturing engineering practices across the plant, with a focus on safety, quality, responsiveness, and efficiency.
TPS (Toyota Production System)
- Develop and maintain process flow diagrams, PFMEAs, control plans, and work instructions
- Conduct time studies and line balancing
- Optimize material flow and plant layout through equipment and production line design
- Champion a customer-centric approach while enforcing safety and environmental procedures
- Provide technical support for operational improvement initiatives (SQDPC: Safety, Quality, Delivery, Productivity, Cost)
- Lead deployment of WCM (World Class Maintenance)
- Champion process engineering for process optimization
- Collaborate in maintaining workplace organization (WPO)
- Other tasks may assign
Reliability
- Set up, verify, and troubleshoot tools, machines, and processes
- Collaborate cross-functionally to establish world-class manufacturing systems
- Track critical asset downtime, conduct root cause analysis (RCA), and implement countermeasures to improve OEE
- Support and sustain a critical spare parts program
- Lead facility reliability KPI improvement initiatives
- Implement autonomous maintenance strategies
- Standardize and sustain preventive maintenance (PM) for critical assets
- Lead downtime RCA efforts and manage downtime tracking systems
Asset Management
- Serve as the single point of accountability for capital projects from AFE (Authorization for Expenditure) generation to asset release
- Provide scope, cost, and schedule inputs for AFE development
- Support new product launches, equipment installations, and major initiatives
- Ensure successful qualification of new equipment (SAT/FAT) into production
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial Engineering, or related field
- Minimum of 3 years of experience in a manufacturing environment
- Proficiency in MS Windows and MS Office (MS Project required)
- AutoCAD experience is a plus
- Experience operating tools, equipment, and machinery in an industrial setting
- Certifications such as CQM, ISO 9000/TS-16949 Lead Auditor, Lean Six Sigma Black Belt, or Lean Six Sigma Master Black Belt, or equivalent experience.
- Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred
Position Pay Range
$90,000—$105,000 USD
What OBE Offers You
- Benefits that benefit you – industry competitive benefits at the lowest cost to the employee
- Work-life balance – PTO and holidays, including floating holidays you can choose
- Compensation that rewards your hard work – A pay-for-performance culture with potential for annual raises and bonuses
- Training – We will equip you with the knowledge and skills you need to succeed
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