Engineering Technician 2nd shift

Avon Protection•Cleveland, OH

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Engineering Technician supports assigned value streams by performing hands-on manufacturing engineering activities that help ensure safe, stable, and repeatable production. The role sustains process capability, responds to daily production needs, maintains work instructions and technical documentation, supports equipment and fixture changes, and assists Manufacturing Engineers with troubleshooting, implementation, and continuous improvement. The technician connects engineering intent with shop-floor execution so Team Wendy can produce high-quality head protection systems consistently and efficiently while meeting mission, security, and compliance requirements. The successful candidate performs hands-on builds, testing, and data collection to support manufacturing engineering changes, validations, and production stability. They follow prints, work instructions, and process limits; troubleshoot basic issues and escalate them with clear data; maintain 5S, preventive maintenance, and documentation standards; and partner with Manufacturing Engineering, Quality, Production, and Maintenance. The position is based in Cleveland, Ohio, on second shift. The anticipated hourly salary range is $25.00 to $35.00, with the final offer dependent on factors including experience and education. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the country of employment without employment visa sponsorship. The role may involve access to export-controlled information, systems, or technologies and is subject to applicable U.S. export-control requirements.

Requirements

High school diploma/GED or higher from an accredited institution, completed and verified before starting.
Intermediate computer skills, including Microsoft Office, especially Excel, Outlook, and Teams.
Ability to read and write fluently, write legibly, understand, and communicate effectively in English.
Must be legally authorized to work in the country of employment without employment visa sponsorship.
Must meet applicable U.S. export-control requirements for access to controlled technical data, as applicable.

Nice To Haves

Ability to operate hand tools and power tools safely.
Ability to safely and accurately operate PLC-controlled production equipment.
Ability to read, write, and interpret technical reports and instructions.
Ability to file and maintain accurate records.
Mechanical dexterity and attention to detail.
Experience building, maintaining, and repairing mechanical equipment and assemblies.
Organizational and time-management abilities.
Analytical, critical-thinking, and problem-solving abilities.
Bilingual English/Spanish skills.

Responsibilities

Perform hands-on assembly, building, testing, repair, and data collection to support engineering changes, validations, and daily production issue resolution.
Assemble prototypes, fixtures, tooling, and test setups according to approved prints and work instructions; support first-article inspections and line trials.
Perform dimensional checks and basic metrology, and accurately record yield, cycle-time, and defect data.
Perform preventive and minor corrective maintenance on production fixtures, tools, and test equipment.
Troubleshoot basic mechanical, electrical, and process issues on the shop floor; isolate faults and escalate them with clear technical information.
Audit work instructions and checklists, provide feedback and redlines, and propose practical improvements to safety, quality, and efficiency.
Maintain 5S standards and organization at workstations, labs, benches, and tool cribs.
Adjust processes within documented limits and initiate stop/hold or containment actions for safety or quality nonconformances, as directed.
Support continuous improvement and kaizen activities in partnership with Manufacturing Engineering, Quality, Production, and Maintenance.