Manufacturing Engineer

About Us:

Boss Products is a premier manufacturer and distributor of fire and explosion protection solutions across the Americas. Meeting and exceeding NFPA standards, the company supplies industry-leading safety technologies while manufacturing and promoting its proprietary RAPTOR Series®, Boss Process ® & VigilEX ® brands. Through a combination of engineering expertise, global distribution partnerships, ISO 9001-certified quality systems, and UL-certified manufacturing capabilities, Boss Products delivers innovative solutions that help customers operate safer, more efficient facilities.

Join Boss Products and Help Transition the World to a Safer Working Environment.

Core Values:

Our core values guide and shape the way we do business. We live our core values every day, and they’ve helped make us who we are today.

·         Teamwork

·         Trust

·         Accountability

·         Innovation

·         Quality

Our Mission:

We preserve lives and investments with innovative, tailored safety solutions.

Our Vision:

To be recognized as the world-wide leader in combustible dust safety, making technical solutions accessible to clients around the world.

Job Summary:

The Manufacturing Engineer is responsible for developing, programming, optimizing, and supporting manufacturing processes, equipment, and production systems to ensure safe, efficient, and cost-effective operations. This position serves as the primary technical resource for production, providing hands-on support to management, leads, maintenance personnel, and operators.

The Manufacturing Engineer is responsible for programming and maintaining CNC equipment, laser cutting systems, automated machinery, and other production equipment while driving continuous improvement, process optimization, quality improvements, and productivity gains across the facility. This role reports directly to the Senior Plant Manager and does not have direct reports.

Major Duties:

Manufacturing Process Engineering

• Develop, implement, and improve manufacturing processes to maximize safety, quality, productivity, and efficiency.
• Evaluate existing production methods and identify improvement opportunities to reduce labor, scrap, downtime, and operating costs.
• Establish and maintain manufacturing standards, process documentation, setup sheets, work instructions, and production specifications.
• Analyze workflow, plant layout, material flow, and production bottlenecks to improve throughput.
• Support new product introductions, engineering changes, and process validations.

Machine Programming & Automation

• Create, modify, optimize, and troubleshoot programs for:
• Laser cutting machines
• CNC equipment
• Press brakes
• Robotic systems
• Automated manufacturing equipment
• Other programmable production machinery
• Generate and maintain machine programs using CAD/CAM software and manufacturing systems.
• Establish processing parameters and cutting conditions to maximize machine performance and material utilization.
• Optimize nesting programs and machine cycles to improve productivity and reduce waste.
• Support implementation and maintenance of automation systems and integrated manufacturing technologies.
• Troubleshoot programming, machine performance, and production issues.

Production Support

• Provide daily technical support to Production Supervisors, Team Leads, Maintenance, and Operators.
• Assist with production scheduling and prioritization activities as needed.
• Respond to manufacturing problems and implement corrective actions to minimize downtime.
• Support equipment setups, start-ups, changeovers, and process verification activities.
• Participate in daily production meetings and operational reviews.
• Work closely with management & leads to achieve safety, quality, and delivery objectives.

Continuous Improvement

·        Lead Lean Manufacturing, Kaizen, and Continuous Improvement projects.

·        Conduct root cause analysis using structured problem-solving methodologies.

·        Identify opportunities for cycle time reduction, waste elimination, and labor efficiency improvements.

·        Drive OEE improvements through process optimization and equipment performance enhancements.

·        Develop and track improvement project metrics and results.

Quality Management

• Ensure manufacturing processes consistently meet customer and company quality requirements.
• Investigate quality concerns and implement corrective and preventive actions.
• Collaborate with Quality personnel on process control, defect reduction, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Develop process controls to improve consistency and reduce variation.
• Participate in customer, internal, and regulatory audits as required.

Equipment & Maintenance Support

• Coordinate with Maintenance to improve equipment reliability and reduce downtime.
• Assist in developing preventive and predictive maintenance strategies.
• Evaluate tooling, fixtures, and machinery to improve operational effectiveness.
• Recommend equipment upgrades, replacements, and capital improvement projects.
• Support installation, commissioning, and qualification of new equipment.

Safety & Compliance

• Promote and support a safe working environment.
• Ensure manufacturing processes comply with company safety procedures and applicable regulations.
• Participate in safety investigations and corrective action activities.
• Identify and implement engineering solutions to improve workplace safety and ergonomics.

Metrics & Reporting

• Monitor and analyze key operational metrics including:
• Productivity
• OEE
• Scrap Rates
• Machine Utilization
• Labor Efficiency
• Quality Performance
• On-Time Delivery
• Prepare reports and recommendations for the Senior Plant Manager.
• Use manufacturing data to drive decision-making and improvement initiatives.

Skills and Qualifications:

·        Advanced knowledge of laser programming, CNC programming, and manufacturing process optimization.

·        Strong understanding of sheet metal fabrication, machining, welding, and assembly operations.

·        Proficiency with CAD/CAM software and ERP/MRP systems.

·        Strong troubleshooting and root cause analysis skills.

·        Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and technical specifications.

·        Excellent communication and collaboration skills.

·        Strong project management and organizational abilities.

·        Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.

Education and Experience:

·        Bachelor's Degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or related field preferred.

·        Equivalent combination of education and manufacturing experience may be considered.

·        5+ years of manufacturing engineering experience in a metal fabrication, machining, or industrial manufacturing environment.

·        Hands-on experience programming laser cutting equipment and CNC machinery.

·        Experience with CAD/CAM software, nesting software, and manufacturing systems.

·        Experience implementing production process improvements and lean manufacturing initiatives.

·        Strong understanding of automation, tooling, and manufacturing equipment.

Physical Requirements:

·        Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk/working on a computer (frequently)

·        Must be able to lift, push, pull up to 50 lbs. (rarely)

·        Warehouse environments with occasional extreme heat/loud machinery (sometimes)

Work Environment:

·        Full-time, on-site role within a fast-paced manufacturing and distribution setting

Compensation:

·        Excellent Pay DOE

·        Employer Paid Medical, Dental & Vision

·        Generous PTO & Holiday, Sick Pay

·        401(k) & 401(k) Employer Matching

·        Pre-Tax /HSA/FSA

·        Employee Assistance Program

·        Accidental Death & Disability

·        Discounted Life & Other Insurance Choices

·        Enrollment in MarketPlace (PerksatWork)

About Boss Products

Beginning in 2012, Boss Products was formed with the intent to become the world’s leading supplier of fire & explosion protection solutions serving industrial dust collection and related process industries. It has since expanded to become a US manufacturer & consulting provider promoting its own RAPTOR Series®, Boss Process ® & VigilEX ® brands as well as being an exclusive distributor for other manufacturers across the Americas.  A customer 1 st

policy, beginning with pre-order technical and engineering advice, all the way to post-installation support makes us a repeat choice. 

Centrally located near San Antonio, Texas, Boss Products maintains redundant supplies of all inventory & is able to manufacture products on demand to assure customers have what they need in the best possible timeframe.

We are ISO-9001 certified as well as own and operate a UL508A & UL698A industrial control panel shop.

Boss Products is an expanding company with the ability for advancement in many areas. We are looking for dynamic team members who will grow with us for the long run!

Boss Products LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, creed, color, religion, alienage or national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, disability or handicap, sex, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, arrest record, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Our management team is dedicated to this policy with respect to recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, training, compensation, benefits, employee activities and general treatment during employment.