Manufacturing Engineer

Functional area:  Manufacturing
Location:  Korea, Republic of
City:  Shiheung
Company name:  Kyungwon Machinery Industry Co., Ltd.
Date of posting:  Apr 27, 2026

Your future job

 

 

Your role

1. Process Engineering & Optimization

  • Develop, optimize, and maintain manufacturing processes for improved efficiency and quality
  • Create and update Standard Operating Procedures (SOP), Work Instructions (WI), and process documentation
  • Conduct process capability analysis (Cp, Cpk) and root cause analysis using tools such as FTA, 5 Whys, and Fishbone

2. Equipment & Automation Improvement

  • Lead introduction, validation, and qualification of new equipment (IQ/OQ/PQ)
  • Analyze equipment failures and implement corrective and preventive actions
  • Implement automation, poka-yoke systems, and productivity‑enhancing technologies

3. Quality & Compliance

  • Support investigation and resolution of process-related quality issues
  • Ensure compliance with internal and external SHEQ (Safety, Health, Environment, Quality) standards
  • Participate in internal and external audits; provide required documentation and corrective actions

4. Productivity & Cost Improvement

  • Execute productivity improvement projects (cycle time reduction, yield enhancement, layout optimization)
  • Lead cost‑reduction initiatives through process redesign, automation, and waste elimination
  • Monitor and analyze key production KPIs (OEE, downtime, scrap rate, etc.)

5. Cross‑Functional Collaboration

  • Collaborate with Production, Quality, R&D, and Maintenance teams to resolve operational issues
  • Support new product introduction (Prototype → Pilot → Mass Production)
  • Provide technical support to suppliers and evaluate outsourced manufacturing processes

Your skills and experience

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial Engineering, or related field
  • Minimum 3 years of experience in manufacturing, process engineering, or production engineering
  • Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes and quality control methodologies
  • Experience with CAD tools and manufacturing systems (MES, ERP)
  • Analytical problem‑solving skills (DMAIC, 5 Why, SPC, etc.)

 

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience in aluminum machining, CNC machining, or mechanical component manufacturing
  • Experience in compressors or vacuum pump component production
  • Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma certification
  • Understanding of PLCs, automation systems, or industrial controls
  • SAP/SuccessFactors experience preferred

 

Key Competencies

  • Strong analytical and critical‑thinking skills
  • Effective communication and cross‑department collaboration
  • Quality‑oriented mindset and attention to detail
  • Project management and organizational skills
  • Proactive, self‑driven, and responsible work attitude

Your location and working hours

- Located in Siheung, Gyeonggi-do, South Korea
- Complies with the 40-hour workweek labor law

 

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