Job Opening: Manufacturing Engineer

Manufacturing Engineer

Shreveport, LA

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Description

Key Responsibilities

Manufacturing Engineering & Process Improvement

  • Coordinate new and existing order setup from planning to final output.

  • Create and maintain detailed manufacturing instructions that align with customer and industry standards.

  • Analyze production processes to identify inefficiencies and implement Lean, data-driven improvements.

  • Support continuous improvement initiatives and update SOPs and work instructions in accordance with ISO 9001.

Quality & Testing

  • Oversee material testing (tensile, charpy, chemical analysis) and ensure results meet specifications.

  • Validate mechanical and chemical properties for compliance with customer requirements.

  • Maintain accurate test records, heat codes, and quality documentation for full traceability.

Documentation, Reporting & CAD

  • Prepare travelers, MTRs, inspection packages, and other required documentation.

  • Create product-related CAD drawings for customer approvals and shop floor use.

  • Update production schedules, backlogs, and create summary reports as needed.

Inventory & Material Management

  • Manage inventory counts and reconcile discrepancies in Shoptech or similar systems.

  • Monitor stock items and ensure adequate material availability for production.

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, Industrial, or Welding Engineering (or related field).

  • 5–10 years of experience in manufacturing, with 3–5 years in metal or steel processing.

  • Proven experience in process engineering, quality control, and Lean methodologies.

  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office (including Access) and CAD software.

  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.

  • Highly detail-oriented and capable of working independently or as part of a team.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience with welding operations and ASME Sec. IX standards.

  • Knowledge of NDT techniques (PT, MT, UT, RT, ET).

  • Experience with equipment commissioning, installation, or major process improvement projects.

  • Familiarity with advanced statistical process control.

 

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