Engineering Technician

Re:Build Manufacturing • Kalamazoo, MI

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About The Position

An Engineering Technician is a specialized professional who applies principles of engineering, physics, mathematics, ergonomics, safety, quality control, technical writing, and maintenance to develop, optimize, and maintain systems and processes within a multitude of operational processes. As problem-solvers and innovators, Engineering Technicians continuously seek improvements in process performance, driving advancements in technology and contributing significantly to the operational excellence of an organization.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent with a minimum of 1 year hands on practical engineering experience. Associate degree in Engineering Technology or similar preferred
• Minimum 1-3 years of experience in a manufacturing setting
• Exercise original thought and judgement
• Work in a group environment with creative, open minded, out of the box thinking.
• Show attention to detail
• Manage time and organize tasks
• Possess good communication skills
• Understand manufacturing processes and construction methods
• Exhibit good problem-solving skills
• Demonstrate the ability to meet deadlines
• Experience using basic measurement tools (calipers, height gauges, pin gauges, etc.)
• Leadership, teamwork, problem solving, and information technology skills.
• Proficient communication skills.
• Knowledge of production equipment for purchase, installation, and repair.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate existing manufacturing processes and identifying areas for improvement through analysis of production metrics such as productivity, first pass yield, interruptions, and scrap rates
• Ensure manufacturing processes, equipment, and products comply with safety/quality standards and regulations
• Ensure the maintainability of new installations by implementing an effective predictive and preventative program
• Ensure workplace safety with heavy focus on operator ergonomics
• Improve workstation layout, workflow, and assembly methods
• Support product/process validation and verification testing and report generation
• Write, update, and approve production processes and procedures
• Assist with research, purchases, and/or implementations of new equipment, processes, procedures, and systems
• Respond urgently to line stoppages and mitigate down time.
• Conduct customer, product, technical and regulatory research
• Develop conceptual designs utilizing 3D CAD software
• Conduct Risk Management activities ensuring product safety
• Prototype and test engineering solutions
• Optimize design for manufacturing, inspection, and service as applicable.
• Execute Product Verification & Validation efforts to include writing test reports and conducting tests.
• Implement corrective action to solve design challenges or issues. This may include changing design features, selecting a different manufacturing method or a complete redesign of the component.
• Able to evaluate quality control processes and make recommendations for improvements.
• Assist in internal audits.
• Assist in evaluation and corrective action for returns and customer complaints.
• Building/facility maintenance.
• Capable of conducting FMECA.
• Engineering Technicians are members of the Production Integration Group and required to participate in team activities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED