Manufacturing Engineer

Job title: Senior Manufacturing Engineer

Project Location: Beaverton, OR (Hybrid 4 days onsite day remote)

Project Duration:- 12-months of Contract

Job Specifics:

• Product Integrity organization is dedicated to building a world-class quality management system that ensures our colors and materials consistently deliver exceptional performance and aesthetics, meeting the high standards of Athletes.
• We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Manufacturing Engineer to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for conducting a comprehensive assessment of our current capabilities across apparel and footwear, identifying gaps, and developing strategies to enhance processes and suggest solutions.
• This role will play a critical part in ensuring the quality and integrity of our materials, colors, & ultimately products. We are looking for a candidate with a strong background in material/product development, quality assurance, and process improvement.

WHAT WILL YOU WORK ON?

• Conduct a thorough analysis of current capabilities across apparel and footwear, including materials, manufacturing processes, and quality control measures
• Identify gaps and areas for optimization in current processes and tools
• Develop and implement strategies to improve colour and material quality, reduce defects, and enhance overall product integrity
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement process enhancements and ensure alignment with business objectives
• Develop and maintain relationships with Engineers who manage our suppliers and factories to ensure compliance with quality standards and regulations
• Analyze data and metrics to identify trends and opportunities for optimization
• Develop and present reports and recommendations to senior leadership on product integrity initiatives and progress

WHO WILL YOU WORK WITH?

• As a key member of the Product Integrity Team, you will be responsible for ensuring color, material, and product excellence across our product lines, working closely with cross-functional teams to drive innovation and quality.
• This role will collaborate with our partners across Design, Development, Sourcing, Standards & Governance, Engineering, Material Vendors, and Factories.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field such as Textile Science, Materials Science, Engineering, or a combination of relevant education, experience, and training
• Minimum 5 years of experience in product development, quality assurance, or a related field, preferably in the footwear and/or apparel industry
• End-to-end experience in footwear and/or apparel, from concepting to manufacturing, who can bring a deep understanding of the product development process to our team
• Strong knowledge of textile manufacturing, dyeing, finishing, printing, testing, and industry material trends
• Intermediate technical materials knowledge, including fibres, yarns, knits, wovens, and materials testing/inspection
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify gaps and develop solutions
• Strong verbal and written communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams
• Experience with process improvement methodologies such as Lean or Six Sigma would be a plus
• Strong data analysis and reporting skills, with the ability to present complex data clearly and concisely. Proficiency in Microsoft PowerPoint and Excel is needed
• Ability to work independently, proactively, self-motivated, positive work attitude, attention to detail, organized, & a strong sense of responsibility
• Intermediate experience in Smartsheet, Tableau, Miro, and Slack would be a plus
• Project and time management skills; commitment to delivering results on time

Ability to maintain focus and drive through ambiguity and change