Onsite Assistant Manager – Manufacturing Engineering

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About the role

  • Manufacturing Engineer optimizing piston manufacturing processes at Tenneco. Driving quality, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness in production environments of piston operations.

Responsibilities

  • Develop, implement, and optimize manufacturing processes for piston machining, finishing, and assembly
  • Analyze cycle times, reduce waste, and drive continuous improvement using Lean, Kaizen, and Six Sigma principles
  • Provide day-to-day support to production lines to achieve productivity, quality, and efficiency targets
  • Troubleshoot process deviations, quality issues, and equipment failures
  • Design and develop jigs, fixtures, cutting tools, and gauges for piston manufacturing
  • Ensure manufacturing processes comply with ISO/TS standards and internal quality systems
  • Identify and implement cost-reduction initiatives related to materials, tooling, manpower, scrap, and rework
  • Coordinate with R&D, Quality, Maintenance, and Supply Chain teams for new product introductions

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Production Engineering, Automobile Engineering, or equivalent experience
  • Strong knowledge of piston manufacturing processes—machining (CNC/lathe), forging/casting basics, honing, coating, and finishing
  • Experience with CNC programming, process validation, and tooling design
  • Proficiency in CAD tools (AutoCAD, SolidWorks, or similar)
  • Hands-on experience with Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies
  • Familiarity with quality tools: APQP, PPAP, PFMEA, Control Plans, SPC, MSA
  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills
  • Ability to work in fast-paced production environments

Benefits

  • Health insurance
  • Retirement plans
  • Paid time off
  • Flexible work arrangements
  • Professional development

Job title

Assistant Manager – Manufacturing Engineering

Job type

Experience level

Mid levelSenior

Salary

Not specified

Degree requirement

Bachelor's Degree

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