Production Engineering Technician

Responsibilities

• Owner of Technical Support processes within assigned production area
• Ensure that production processes may be conducted safely
• Work closely with Production staff to ensure that the production plan is met
• Aid in troubleshooting of process problems and implement solutions which reduce downtime and minimize maintenance costs
• Maintain monitoring of process equipment performance to identify potential errors and implement solutions to eliminate reoccurrence of those problems
• Lead and co-facilitate process improvement projects
• Lead technology transfer projects, new process introduction, and production capacity expansions
• Update and audit Bill of Material for assigned process area
• Create, validate, and maintain Production Work Instructions
• Develop and update process procedures to ensure that documentation is accurate and understandable
• Provide technical support to the factory's production and logistics functions concerning product documentation
• Interface with all levels of management and employees to gather information and provide guidance for implementation
• Synthesize complex or diverse information; collect and research data; translate concepts and information into images; use feedback to modify designs; apply design principles; demonstrate attention to detail
• Balance team and individual responsibilities; exhibit objectivity and openness to others' views; give and welcome feedback
• Follow policies and procedures; complete administrative tasks correctly and on time; support organization's goals and values
• Manage Site Specific instruction for the factory

Requirements

• Associate degree (AA) or equivalent from two-year college or technical school
• 4 years of experience in manufacturing or production environments with a strong understanding of process flow and factory operations
• Experience with composite materials or a minimum of 2 years in a similar process-focused manufacturing role
• Ability to create, update, and maintain SOPs, PWIs, and other production documentation
• Experience formulating and processing engineering change requests

Skills

• Understanding of 'lean' principles
• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos
• Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals
• Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions

Benefits

• Great benefits coverage that includes dental and vision
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) policies
• Great 401(k) plan (with employer match)
• Tuition assistance
• Global bonus

Pay

Pay Range: $25 - $30 per hour

Shifts

• Monday - Thursday from 6pm - 4:30am (Night shift - $3/hour differential)

About Vestas

We offer a position with great development opportunities in an inspiring environment at the world's number one wind turbine producer. Among the many amenities we offer: Great benefits coverage that includes dental and vision. Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) policies. Great 401(k) plan (with employer match). Tuition assistance. Global bonus.

DEIB Statement

We strongly encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, particularly those who may hesitate due to their identity or feel they do not meet every criterion. As our CEO states, "Expertise and talent come in many forms, and a diverse workforce enhances our ability to think differently and solve the complex challenges of our industry".

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About Vestas

Vestas is the energy industry’s global partner on sustainable energy solutions. We are specialized in designing, manufacturing, installing, and servicing wind turbines, both onshore and offshore. Across the globe, we have installed more wind power than anyone else. We consider ourselves pioneers within the industry, as we continuously aim to design new solutions and technologies to create a more sustainable future for all of us. With more than 185 GW of wind power installed worldwide and 40+ years of experience in wind energy, we have an unmatched track record demonstrating our expertise within the field. With 30,000 employees globally, we are a diverse team united by a common goal: to power the solution – today, tomorrow, and far into the future. Vestas promotes a diverse workforce which embraces all social identities and is free of any discrimination. We commit to create and sustain an environment that acknowledges and harvests different experiences, skills, and perspectives. We also aim to give everyone equal access to opportunity.

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