Machine Engineer II

Date PostedAugust 4, 2026LocationSto. Tomas BatangasCompanyJohn Clements Recruitment, Inc.Salary₱19KTypeFull-time

Job Summary

Responsible for the technical health, efficiency, and optimization of production machinery in a Japanese precision manufacturing setting. The role involves leading maintenance strategies, optimizing manufacturing processes, and implementing Lean Manufacturing principles. Additionally, the engineer collaborates cross-functionally to ensure smooth operations and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

  • Lead maintenance strategies and repairs
  • Optimize manufacturing and assembly processes
  • Implement Lean Manufacturing and solve problems
  • Develop technical documentation and check sheets
  • Coordinate with Purchasing and Quality Assurance

Required Skills

  • Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical/Mechatronics
  • 2-3 years manufacturing experience
  • Proficiency in CAD (AutoCAD, SolidWorks)
  • Familiarity with PLC and ERP systems
  • Knowledge of DFM and APQP tools

Job Details

Responsible for the technical health, efficiency, and optimization of production machinery. This role bridges the gap between daily operations and high-level process improvement. Key Responsibilities: - Machine Maintenance & Reliability: Lead the design and execution of maintenance strategies, including routine scheduled work and emergency breakdown repairs. - Technical Optimization: Optimize and standardize manufacturing processes such as stamping, modelling, and assembly to maximize quality and output. - Process Improvement: Implement Lean Manufacturing principles and structured problem-solving to reduce cycle times and manufacturing costs. - Documentation: Develop and maintain critical technical documentation, including standard work instructions, process sheets, and machine check sheets. - Tooling & Design: Design and implement tooling, fixtures, and cell layouts to support efficient production runs. - Cross-Functional Collaboration: Coordinate with departments like Purchasing for spare parts procurement and Quality Assurance for root cause analysis of failures. - Can start immediately Requirements & Qualifications: - Education: Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Mechatronics, or a related engineering field. - Experience: Typically requires at least 2–3 years of experience in a manufacturing environment, ideally in high-speed or high-precision sectors. - Technical Skills: Proficiency in CAD software (e.g., AutoCAD, SolidWorks) for mechanical analysis and design; Familiarity with PLC (Programmable Logic Controllers) and ERP systems; Knowledge of DFM (Design for Manufacturing) and APQP tools like DFMEA/PFMEA. - Soft Skills: Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and communication skills (English; Nihongo proficiency is a plus for Japanese firms). Benefits: - P40.00 Meal Allowance for overtime of 4 hours and above - OT, HMO + Dependent (50% Company Paid) - 13th month pay, Performance Bonus (Scheduled every July 1 and Dec 20) - SL 6 days, VL 7 days (each will increase per year of service) - Birthday Leave – 1 day - Wedding Leave and Assistance - Free Uniforms and PPE (2 sets) - Bereavement Leave and Assistance - Sponsorship for Training Work schedule: Monday to Friday, Compressed Work Week, no Saturday work (07:00 - 17:00 Total of 9 hrs./day) Interview process: The Interview can be virtual or F2F