PSC Engineer – Assembly
Location: Monterrey, Mexico
The Product Supply Chain Engineer role is responsible for developing, optimizing, and sustaining manufacturing processes for power tool assembly operations in Monterrey, Mexico. This role supports new product introduction, process design, equipment specification / selection, quality improvement, cost reduction, and productivity enhancement to ensure safe, efficient, and high-quality assembly performance.
The PSC / Product Supply Chain role works cross-functionally with Operations, Quality, Product Execution (PLE, PE, & PMO), Maintenance, Supply Chain, EHS, and Continuous Improvement teams to deliver robust manufacturing solutions that meet business, customer, and operational requirements.
Key Responsibilities
Design, develop, and implement assembly manufacturing processes for power tool production.
Support new product introduction (NPI) and product transfers into manufacturing.
Define process flow, workstation layout, tooling, fixtures, poka-yoke solutions, and equipment requirements.
Lead or support PFMEA, control plans, work instructions, and standard work development.
Drive improvements in safety, quality, delivery, and cost across assembly lines.
Analyze cycle times and perform line balancing to improve throughput and labor efficiency.
Identify and implement automation and semi-automation opportunities where appropriate.
Troubleshoot manufacturing equipment issues and lead root cause analysis using structured problem-solving methods.
Partner with Quality to reduce defects, scrap, and rework through process capability improvements.
Support capital projects including equipment specification, procurement, installation, validation, and ramp-up.
Ensure compliance with plant safety, ergonomic, environmental, and regulatory requirements.
Collaborate with Maintenance to improve equipment reliability and preventive maintenance effectiveness.
Train production teams on new processes, equipment, and standard operating procedures.
Lead continuous improvement initiatives using Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma principles.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering , or related field.
Experience in manufacturing engineering, advanced manufacturing, or assembly engineering in a high-volume production environment.
Experience supporting assembly processes , preferably in power tools, consumer products, electromechanical products, or automotive-related manufacturing.
Knowledge of process development, tooling, fixtures, and manufacturing documentation.
Experience with problem-solving and root cause analysis methodologies.
Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
Strong communication and cross-functional collaboration skills.
English proficiency sufficient for technical communication in a global organization.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with power tool assembly , motors, gear trains, switches, batteries, or electromechanical systems.
Knowledge of Lean, Six Sigma, Kaizen, 5S, and standardized work .
Experience with PFMEA, control plans, APQP, PPAP, and process validation .
Familiarity with automation, vision systems, torque control systems, and error-proofing methods.
Experience with ERP/MES systems and manufacturing data analysis.
Bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish .
Key Skills and Competencies
Manufacturing process design
Assembly line optimization
Continuous improvement
Project management
Root cause analysis
Statistical and data-driven decision-making
Equipment and tooling development
Cross-functional leadership
Change management
Technical documentation
Working Relationships
Production / Operations
Quality Engineering
Product Design / R&D
Maintenance and Facilities
Supply Chain / Procurement
EHS
Plant Leadership
External equipment and tooling suppliers
Success Measures
Successful launch of new products on time (no Equipment / Process delays)
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