Engineering Technician

About the role

Engineering Technicians are responsible for technical shop floor support. Responsibilities may include:

• Troubleshooting machining, programming, and tooling issues
• Collect data for cycle time analyses, capability study, process improvement projects, FAT/SAT
• Metrology support
• Tool design support
• CAD/CAM support
• Creation and updating of process documentation (Standard work, process parameter)
• Supporting New Product Introduction Activities
• S supporting New Capital Introduction Activities
• Other manufacturing engineering support as needed

Key Responsibilities

• First line support in addressing daily production issues related to process performance.
• Write and maintain CNC Programs
• Troubleshoot machine, program and tooling issues
• Support training and qualify new employees
• Support Operations in meeting facility KPIs in Safety, Quality, Deliveries and Cost
• Support Channel Manufacturing Engineers in process documentation
• Participate on problem solving and/or continuous improvement activities on various plant issues as assigned.
• Maintain 5S certification of work area and throughout the facility
• Performs data entry duties for a variety of manufacturing/quality systems.
• Support and recommends edits and updates of new and existing documents as assigned.
• Auditing operations to process standards
• Be able to lift and maneuver up to 35 lbs.

Leadership & Team Development

Goals and metrics for this position are based on assignments and projects decided upon between the employee and the supervisor.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

Will be responsible for coordinating between shop floor Channel Managers and workers and the engineering team to ensure project completion.

Qualifications

• 5 years manufacturing experience or an Associate in Science with an emphasis in machining, tool design, mechatronic or engineering plus 2 years’ direct manufacturing experience or a Bachelors in an Engineering related study.
• Critical thinking / trouble shooting skills
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints
• Proficient in MS Office Suite Software
• Working knowledge in Solid Works
• Working knowledge in JASP or Minitab
• Proficient in CAD/CAM software (MasterCAM or G zero)
• Flexible – willingness to work off-shifts and weekends to accomplish goals
• Positive attitude with the ability to support the Company’s goals and mission
• Must use excellent ethical business practices and good judgment in dealings
• A high safety focus with the desire to maintain a safe work environment in an industrial setting
• A commitment to continuous improvement
• Ability to work collaboratively to solve problems and remain open to try new ways of doing things
• Ability to focus on highly detailed tasks to ensure accuracy