Process Engineer in Fremont, California

Location

Fremont, California

Job Type

Full-time

Company

AppleOne

We are seeking a hands-on, results-driven Production Manager / Process Engineer to lead daily manufacturing operations while driving continuous improvement across our clients production processes. This role blends leadership and technical expertise, ensuring efficient workflows, high-quality output, and on-time delivery. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced environment and is passionate about optimizing performance on the shop floor.

Key Responsibilities:

Oversee daily production operations to ensure efficiency, quality, and adherence to delivery schedules Lead, coach, and develop production teams to achieve performance and productivity goals Analyze manufacturing processes and implement improvements to increase throughput and reduce waste Identify production bottlenecks and implement effective, sustainable solutions Ensure compliance with all safety standards and regulatory requirements Collaborate with engineering, quality, and leadership teams to drive continuous improvement initiatives Monitor and report on key production metrics (output, downtime, scrap) and take corrective action as needed Troubleshoot equipment and process issues; partner with maintenance to minimize downtime Develop, document, and standardize work instructions and best practices Support production planning, scheduling, and resource allocation to meet business demands

Qualifications:

3–7+ years of experience in manufacturing, production management, or process engineering Strong understanding of shop floor operations, production flow, and lean manufacturing principles Proven track record of process improvement and workflow optimization Demonstrated leadership skills with the ability to drive accountability and team performance Hands-on experience with manufacturing equipment, tools, and processes Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience in nameplate, printing, metal fabrication, or similar manufacturing environments Familiarity with Lean, Six Sigma, or Kaizen methodologies A blended background in both operations and engineering

What Success Looks Like:

Increased production efficiency and throughput Reduced downtime, scrap, and operational waste A high-performing, engaged, and accountable production team Consistent on-time delivery and exceptional product quality

Equal Opportunity Employer / Disabled / Protected Veterans

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For temporary assignments lasting 13 weeks or longer, AppleOne is pleased to offer major medical, dental, vision, 401k and any statutory sick pay where required.

We are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact your staffing representative who will reach out to our HR team.

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We also consider for employment qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements, including, if applicable, the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance. Pursuant to applicable state and municipal Fair Chance Laws and Ordinances, we will consider for employment-qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records, including, if applicable, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. For Los Angeles, CA applicants: Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.