Manufacturing Engineering Recruiters in Santa Maria, CA
What We Look For
K2 Staffing recruits Manufacturing Engineers in Santa Maria, CA, who drive efficiency, automation, and quality improvement across advanced manufacturing and production facilities. We focus on professionals experienced in lean manufacturing, process optimization, automation integration, and continuous improvement. Candidates are evaluated for their technical expertise, problem-solving skills, and proven success improving throughput, reducing waste, and maintaining compliance with ISO, AS9100, and GMP standards throughout California’s Central Coast.
Recent Placements
Our team has placed Manufacturing Engineers on projects throughout Santa Maria and Santa Barbara County, including aerospace production, medical device fabrication, renewable energy systems, and precision machining operations. These placements highlight the region’s growing demand for engineers who can lead process improvements, implement automation, optimize tooling, and enhance production performance within regulated, high-tech environments.
Our Screening Process
Every Manufacturing Engineering candidate undergoes a rigorous evaluation before being introduced to your organization. Our process includes structured technical interviews, review of process documentation and tooling designs, software proficiency checks (SolidWorks, AutoCAD, Siemens NX, SAP, ERP/MRP systems), reference verification with prior employers, and assessments of leadership, collaboration, and analytical ability. We align candidate expertise with your manufacturing model—high-mix, low-volume, or large-scale production—so you only meet manufacturing engineers who fit your Santa Maria operations.
Flexible Hiring Options
We tailor engagement models to your pipeline and margins:
Contract Staffing
Fill immediate gaps for peak workloads or specific phases.
Contract-to-Hire
Validate cultural and technical fit before extending a permanent offer.
Direct Hire
Quickly secure proven Manufacturing Engineers for long-term leadership roles.
Request Candidates
Looking for a Manufacturing Engineer to optimize your production in Santa Maria? K2 Staffing provides pre-qualified professionals ready to enhance efficiency, implement automation, and ensure quality across your operations. Share your project or facility details, and our team will quickly connect you with skilled Manufacturing Engineers to strengthen your Santa Maria operations.
