ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS


* Provide technical support and oversight to production to meet quality, cost, and on-time delivery goals.
* Resolve production issues using root cause analysis and establishing corrective actions.
* Builds, tests, and evaluates engineering samples and prototypes.
* Utilizes lean manufacturing tools to improve quality and reduce waste (Standard work, 5S, Flow, Kanban systems, etc.)
* Participate in continuous improvement activities related to production processes.
* Participate in sustaining engineering activities (process and router updates).
* Oversee R&D production runs to validate new manufacturing processes.
* May perform technical training for specific tasks and require associated certifications (ex., J-STD-001, etc.)
* Develops/maintains/updates Work instructions and other related documentation.
* Performs advanced electrical, mechanical, and environmental testing to qualify and validate product performance.


JOB SKILLS


* Basic understanding of MS Office Suite and SharePoint.
* Knowledge of ERP systems, SAP preferred.
* Practical knowledge of machines, production plants, and sites.
* Understand equipment, systems, and processes.
* Learn many skills on the job.
* Accurate documentation and adherence to specifications are essential.
* Working closely with engineers and other team members.
* Identifying and resolving issues efficiently.
* Understanding and experience in a Lean manufacturing environment.
* Participate in continuous improvement projects and 5S-related performance teams.


The Engineering Technician I perform engineering activities required to support, monitor, troubleshoot, and improve manufacturing processes and products. The engineering technician will provide technical support for the manufacturing area to which they are assigned (cable, assembly, plating, etc.).


ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS


* Provide technical support and oversight to production to meet quality, cost, and on-time delivery goals.
* Resolve production issues using root cause analysis and establishing corrective actions.
* Builds, tests, and evaluates engineering samples and prototypes.
* Utilizes lean manufacturing tools to improve quality and reduce waste (Standard work, 5S, Flow, Kanban systems, etc.)
* Participate in continuous improvement activities related to production processes.
* Participate in sustaining engineering activities (process and router updates).
* Oversee R&D production runs to validate new manufacturing processes.
* May perform technical training for specific tasks and require associated certifications (ex., J-STD-001, etc.)
* Develops/maintains/updates Work instructions and other related documentation.
* Performs advanced electrical, mechanical, and environmental testing to qualify and validate product performance.


*Other duties as required in support of the department and the company*


SUPERVISOR RESPONSIBILITIES


The responsibilities of this role do not include supervising other employees.


QUALIFICATIONS


To succeed in this job, an individual must satisfactorily perform each essential job function. The requirements below represent the required knowledge, skill, and ability. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.


EDUCATION and EXPERIENCE


* A high school diploma or equivalent, e.g., vocational school.


* 1+ years of experience manufacturing or testing microwave cables or related products/processes or an associate degree in Electronic Technology or a similar discipline with less than 1 year of experience.


* Manufacturing experience in a custom make-to-order environment.
* Formal Problem-Solving Training (RCA, PDCA, 8D, etc.) preferred.


CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS


* Active IPC-WHMA-A-620 certification at the manager's discretion and may be specific to work location.


LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS


* Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English.
* Conversational in any other language preferred.


Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Protected Veterans/Disabled