Welding & Manufacturing Engineer

Welding & Manufacturing Engineer
Company
Flex LTD
Location
Guadalajara, Jalisco
Job type
Full-time
Posted
4 days ago
Via
via Trabajo.org
Job description
Flex is the diversified manufacturing partner of choice that helps market-leading brands design, build and deliver innovative products that improve the world. Job Summary To support our extraordinary teams who build great products and contribute to our growth, we’re looking to add a Welding & Manufacturing Engineer located in Guadalajara, North Campus. Reporting to the Director, Process Engineering, this role involves being in charge for process-engineering capabilities focused on cost, quality and delivery improvements in order to hold up a manufacturing organization. What a typical day looks like: - Recognize the manufacturing process, technologies, techniques and the product. - Define, implement and evaluate proposed designs and processes for manufacturability. - Have the capability to singly or with other engineering stakeholders identify root causes of failures in the manufacturing process. - High level participation in daily production activities and effective problem solving on daily issues. - Prepare justification, purchase and implement capital equipment for production. - Hold up and oversee new process equipment production. - Hold up the raising and introduction of engineering change orders (ECOs). - Establish robust, repeatable and reproducible process parameters. - Develop, implement and take ownership of process control methodologies. - Trouble shoot process related issues. - Participate in activities pertaining to cycle time and process improvements. - Evaluate and select various engineered materials. - Implement statistical process research on new and existing products. - Implement safety, productivity and give in improvements. - Improve manufacturing techniques and through put. - Provide continuous development of manufacturing techniques that will improve in-house capabilities and gives in. - Develop and maintain process documentation. - Review processing methods. - Interface with production of all activities associated with new process implementation and transfer. - Assist in the development of training and provide training to production personnel during new technology transfer. - Provide equipment maintenance and repair hold up as required. - Create calendar to schedule maintenance programs. - Create, define and follow up minimum and maximum spare parts procurement. - Guide cost improvement/reduction programs. - The experience we’re looking to add to our team: - BA/BS degree. - Advanced English. - Direct experience with robots ABB and Yaskawa. - Strong experience in design and fabrication of press break tools. - Strong Knowledge in manufacturing/electronics/ metals industry. - Advanced experience in mechanical assembly. - BoM structuring - Systems integrity - Core Tools (strong knowledge of FMEA) - Strong experience in team leading. - Knowledge of Solidworks software. - Lean Manufacturing certification is a plus. Here are a few examples of what you’ll get for the great work you provide: - Pantry vouchers- Saving Fund- Christmas bonus- Holiday bonus- Medical Insurance- Life Insurance CP68 Job Category Production Engineering Required Skills: Optional Skills:

Frequently asked questions

Quick answers about Welder Jobs

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What daily minimum wage applies to welders in Mexican manufacturing plants starting January 2026?
As per the Comisión Nacional de los Salarios Mínimos, the 2026 general minimum wage is 350 MXN per day for welders in Zone 1 manufacturing plants. Welders receive an additional 25 MXN daily premium for hazardous work under NOM-033. Overtime after 8 hours must be paid at double rate.
Source: Comisión Nacional de los Salarios Mínimos
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Which work permit do foreign welders need to legally work in Mexico in 2026?
As per the Instituto Nacional de Migración, foreign welders must obtain a Temporary Resident Work Permit (RT) valid for up to 4 years before starting employment. Applications require a job offer letter and payment of 5,456 MXN in fees as of 2026. Processing takes 30 business days at https://www.gob.mx/inm.
Source: Instituto Nacional de Migración
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What certification is required for welder eligibility under Mexican labor rules in 2026?
As per the Secretaría del Trabajo y Previsión Social, welders need a CONOCER DC-3 certificate in shielded metal arc welding plus 2 years documented experience. Applicants must be at least 18 years old and pass a practical test at an STPS-registered center.
Source: Secretaría del Trabajo y Previsión Social
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What documents are needed to apply for welder jobs through official Mexican employment channels in 2026?
As per the Secretaría del Trabajo y Previsión Social, applicants must submit CURP, birth certificate, DC-3 certificate, and IMSS registration number. The process uses the Portal del Empleo platform with a 45-day validity for submitted applications.
Source: Secretaría del Trabajo y Previsión Social