Engineering Technician 2

Silfex•Springfield, OH

About The Position

The Engineering Technician 2 supports non-conformance reviews, Material Review Board (MRB) rework disposition, rework job initiation, and root-cause investigations aimed at improving yield in assigned processes. The role also collects and reports non-conformance trends for critical manufacturing processes and works with Manufacturing, Engineering, and Quality to disposition parts, define rework, and coordinate corrective actions. The technician interprets prints, specifications, statistical process control charts, and processing requirements; assists operators and inspectors; leads problem-solving discussions; and uses manufacturing systems, equipment, and data-analysis tools to investigate issues and improve safety, scrap, throughput, and product cost. The position also supports lean manufacturing and 5S, follows safety policies, and may perform special projects or other duties assigned by department management.

Requirements

Associate degree in an engineering or quality field, or a high school diploma with 1–2 years of relevant experience.
Ability to read blueprints and understand GD&T.
Self-motivated, with the ability to create a structured workday.
Ability to work independently and ask questions or notify management of issues in a timely manner.
Ability to work effectively both individually and in a team environment.
Confidence coordinating efforts with operators, engineers, facilities, supply chain, and management.
Demonstrated root cause and corrective action (RCCA) capability.
Ability to work effectively with personnel at various organizational levels and from a broad range of backgrounds.

Responsibilities

Support non-conformance reviews, MRB rework disposition, and rework job initiation.
Investigate root causes and complete actions to improve yield in assigned processes.
Collect and report non-conformance trends for critical manufacturing processes.
Read and interpret prints, specifications, and Run Charts/Statistical Process Control charts.
Understand product processing requirements from start to finish.
Work with Manufacturing, Engineering, and Quality to disposition parts, define rework, and coordinate corrective actions.
Assist Operators and Inspectors with interpreting specifications, inspection plans, setup sheets, and work instructions.
Lead groups in brainstorming and solving issues related to safety, scrap, throughput, and product cost.
Create templates in Plex for internal and external rework methods.
Use Plex to troubleshoot part-flow issues.
Run and troubleshoot at least two types of equipment, such as EDM, CNC, grinding, lapping, or cleaning equipment.
Use InfinityQS, JMP, and Excel to record, analyze, and display data.
Use PowerPoint and other Microsoft Office applications to prepare reports.
Present non-conformance and corrective-action updates to various levels of the business.
Follow company safety policies and report unsafe conditions to management.
Assist in applying lean manufacturing concepts and 5S.
Perform tasks related to special projects or assignments and other duties assigned by department management.