Engineering Technician II

Job Summary:

The Engineering Technician II is primarily responsible for assistance in daily operations and maintenance of manufacturing equipment/processes for manufacture of night vision image intensifiers.

Responsibilities:


* Hands-on engineering technician position.


* The individual can expect to spend >75% of their time interacting with the equipment and operators and dispositioning non-conforming product.


* Optimization of manufacturing processes


* implementation of cost reduction opportunities (yield and productivity improvements, waste elimination)


* Training production employees to improve work processes and product quality.


* individual works to minimize or eliminate safety, quality, delivery, inventory, and production issues.


* proficiency in the use of hand and machine tools, precision gauges, test instruments, and process equipment


* Be able to read, understand, and follow procedures.


* Have an understanding and skills in effectively applying Lean and Six Sigma tools to reduce waste and improve efficiency.


* Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:


* Associate's degree in an Engineering field (Mechanical, Electrical, Mechatronics, etc.) or related work experience


* 2+ years of technical experience in a manufacturing environment


* Strong analytical abilities and trouble-shooting techniques


* Strong observational skills


* Strong verbal and written communication skills


* PC proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook is required


* Must have the ability to work effectively within a team


* Good interpersonal and organizational skills are required


* Experience training others


* Ability to obtain Security Clearance


* Must be able to comply with OSHA, EPA, Fire Regulations, Company Policies and Procedures

Preferred Skills:


* Experience with assembly/review/inspection of mechanical assemblies


* Experience using electrical test equipment and optical microscopes


* Experience writing MS Access queries


* Experience with statistical analysis software: Minitab, JMP, Cornerstone, etc.


* Experience with coding and scripting development: Visual Studio (VB.net, C#, C+.

etc.), Python, JSL (JMP scripting language), or similar


* Experience with process improvement


* Six Sigma certification (Yellow, Green, Black Belt)

Shift:

1st Shift - approximately 6:00 am to 2:00 pmHere Are Some of the Great Benefits We Offer:


* Most locations offer a 9/80 schedule, providing every other Friday off


* Competitive compensation & 401(k) program to plan for your future


* Robust medical, dental, vision, & disability coverage with qualified wellness discounts


* Basic Life Insurance and Additional Life & AD&D Insurances are available


* Flexible Vacation & PTO


* Paid Parental Leave


* Generous Employee Referral Program


* Voluntary Benefits Available: Longer Term Care, Legal, ...