Engineering Jobs in Malakoff, TX

About the Opportunity

A well-established manufacturer in the medical device industry is seeking a Director of Manufacturing to lead operations at one of its production facilities. This role will oversee manufacturing, maintenance, and machine shop functions while driving operational excellence across safety, quality, cost, delivery, and inventory.

The Director of Manufacturing will serve as a key member of the site leadership team and partner closely with engineering, quality, supply chain, and planning to ensure efficient and compliant manufacturing operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead daily manufacturing operations to achieve targets related to safety, quality, service, cost, and inventory.
• Oversee production, maintenance, and machine shop activities within the facility.
• Collaborate with purchasing, planning, engineering, and quality teams to ensure seamless production flow and resource utilization.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on productivity, efficiency, and cost reduction.
• Implement and support Lean Manufacturing and operational excellence initiatives.
• Ensure manufacturing processes comply with cGMP and other regulatory standards.
• Provide input into monthly forecasts for labor, spending, and operational performance.
• Partner with engineering and quality teams to ensure adherence to specifications and production documentation.
• Evaluate and implement improved manufacturing methods, workflows, and facility layouts.
• Analyze staffing levels, space utilization, and equipment configurations to optimize production flow.
• Provide operational insights to senior leadership regarding production timelines, labor needs, and cost projections.
• Mentor and develop supervisors and team leaders through coaching, feedback, and professional development.

Leadership Responsibilities

• Coach and develop manufacturing personnel.
• Plan, schedule, and review departmental work activities.
• Conduct performance evaluations.
• Participate in hiring, onboarding, and workforce planning.
• Manage disciplinary actions and compensation decisions within scope.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• 10+ years of experience in medical device manufacturing or other highly regulated manufacturing environments.
• Demonstrated experience leading manufacturing teams and implementing continuous improvement initiatives.
• Strong knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Kanban, 5S, and visual management systems.

Preferred Experience

• Experience working in FDA-regulated or ISO-certified manufacturing environments.

Pay: $160,000.00 - $242,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Relocation assistance
• Vision insurance
• Work Location: In person

Senior Process Improvement Engineer – Medical Device Manufacturing

Athens, TX

$60–$80/hr (Based on relevant experience)

Contract-to-Hire | Direct Hire possible for standout talent

Kelly Engineering is recruiting a senior-level Process Improvement Engineer for a medical device manufacturing site in Athens, TX that needs immediate process stabilization and quality improvement.

This role is built for a hands-on “fixer”. You’ll be stepping into manufacturing processes, addressing real quality issues, and helping redesign workflows to stabilize and optimize production in an FDA-regulated environment.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Fix and redesign inefficient manufacturing processes
• Reduce scrap, rework, defects, and operational risk
• Lead hands-on Lean and continuous improvement efforts
• Address quality issues at the root cause level
• Work directly on the manufacturing floor with Ops and Quality

What We’re Looking For

• 5–12 years of medical device manufacturing experience
• FDA-regulated environment (Class II / 510(k))
• Manufacturing, Process, or Industrial Engineering background
• Proven experience fixing poorly designed or unstable processes
• Comfortable working under quality and regulatory pressure

Why This Role Stands Out

• High-impact, hands-on work
• Real ownership and visibility
• Direct hire is on the table for the right candidate
• Hourly rate flexibility for rockstar candidates with relevant experience

Candidates without medical device manufacturing experience will not be considered.

If you’re known for walking into tough manufacturing environments and fixing problems, this is the role for you.

Job Title : Nuclear Engineer (Naval Reactors Engineer) Category / Component : Officer • Active Overview Design, regulate, and oversee the Navy's nuclear propulsion program, including reactor design, fleet operations, and eventual defueling and decommissioning of nuclear powered ships and submarines from Naval Reactors Headquarters and associated Department of Energy laboratories and shipyards.

Key Responsibilities Provide technical direction in areas such as reactor and fluid systems design, reactor physics, materials development, component design for steam generators, pumps, and valves, instrumentation and control for reactor and propulsion plants, testing and quality control, radiation shielding, and chemistry and radiological controls; review designs and analyses from laboratories, shipyards, and industry partners; coordinate with fleet units to ensure safe and reliable nuclear plant operation.

What to Expect Assume significant technical responsibility early in your career as part of a lean headquarters staff; work primarily in an analytical and oversight role rather than operating plants at sea; balance long term engineering projects with time sensitive fleet and shipyard issues; frequent coordination with senior civilian engineers, naval officers, and technical teams; high expectations for attention to detail, judgment, and written and oral communication.

Work Environment Work mainly at Naval Reactors Headquarters in the Washington, District of Columbia area with regular engagement with Department of Energy laboratories, nuclear training sites, shipyards, and nuclear powered ships and submarines; office based work that includes document reviews, technical meetings, inspections, and site visits rather than day to day shipboard watchstanding.

Pathways, Training & Advancement Officer commissioning through programs such as Officer Candidate School or the Nuclear Propulsion Officer Candidate program followed by a structured technical qualification program at Naval Reactors; rotational exposure to laboratories, prototypes, shipyards, and fleet support issues; progressive responsibility leading projects and becoming a subject matter expert, with opportunities for professional military education and advanced graduate study in technical fields.

Entry through the Nuclear Propulsion Officer Candidate program for qualified college students and recent graduates, or selection via Officer Candidate School for those who already hold qualifying degrees; all applicants must meet Nuclear Propulsion Program academic and technical screening standards in addition to general officer commissioning requirements.

Qualifications All Navy jobs require meeting general enlistment or commissioning standards, which typically include: Eligibility to serve in the United States Navy, which may involve United States citizenship or other legal residency and work status, depending on the program and current law and policy A high school diploma or equivalent for enlisted positions, and a bachelor's or qualifying professional degree for officer positions Meeting age limits that vary by program and are set in law and Navy policy.

Some communities have more restrictive age ranges Meeting medical, vision, and dental standards, including body composition and physical fitness requirements, with some jobs requiring more demanding standards Meeting character and conduct standards, including background screening Achieving required test scores for your program, such as the Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery for enlisted roles or officer qualification tests for officer programs Eligibility for a security clearance when required for your rating or designator Additional qualifications can include specific skills, education, licensure, or experience that are unique to a job or community and will be reviewed with you by a recruiter.

Additional qualifications for this job may include: Completion of a rigorous technical degree in engineering, physics, mathematics, or a closely related field that includes strong backgrounds in calculus and physics; outstanding academic record, particularly in technical coursework; United States citizenship and eligibility for a high level security clearance; strong technical aptitude and comfort with detailed analytical work.

Education Education benefits are available through standard Navy programs such as Tuition Assistance, the Post-9/11 GI Bill, ACE-recommended college credit for Navy training, Navy COOL-funded certifications, USMAP apprenticeships, and other Navy College Program opportunities.

Specific options depend on the Sailor's status, training, and current Navy policy.

Pay, Benefits & Service Pay, benefits, and service commitments follow standard Navy Active and/or Reserve policies for this type of role, including basic pay, allowances when eligible, health coverage, and retirement options.

Exact entitlements, special pays, and service obligations depend on program, component, years of service, and current law and Navy guidance.

Incentives Incentives such as bonuses, special pays, and loan repayment may be available at times for specific ratings or communities, but they change frequently and cannot be guaranteed.

Applicants must confirm current incentives and eligibility with an official Navy recruiter or authoritative Navy source.

Notes and Disclaimers This description is a general overview of typical duties, training, and opportunities in this community.

It does not replace official Navy instructions, policies, or contracts and does not guarantee specific assignments, training, incentives, or outcomes.

Actual opportunities depend on Navy needs, individual performance, screening results, and current law and policy.