Manufacturing Engineering Technician

Corning•Hemlock, MI

1d•$59,029 - $81,165•Onsite

About The Position

The Manufacturing Engineering Technician (MET) supports the Hemlock Wafer Plant Manufacturing Finishing Department by improving equipment reliability, production uptime, and operational performance in a safe manufacturing environment. Working closely with Engineering, Manufacturing, and Development teams, this role troubleshoots and repairs mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic equipment, performs root cause analysis, and implements solutions that improve equipment performance and process efficiency. The MET serves as a hands-on technical resource, driving preventive and corrective maintenance activities, supporting continuous improvement initiatives, and helping develop sustainable solutions that maximize asset uptime. This position also assists in training and coaching employees on equipment maintenance and troubleshooting while fostering a strong culture of safety, teamwork, and operational excellence

Requirements

Minimum of a 2-year degree in a technical discipline; engineering preferred.
2+ years of experience in Engineering/Manufacturing environment performing the maintenance, repair and upkeep of industrial machines and/or equipment.
0-3 years’ experience in engineering or manufacturing environment
Demonstrated effectiveness at technical problem-solving and decision-making
Experience in developing and delivering technical projects or process improvements into manufacturing
Strong work ethic and desire to exceed expectations
Ability to work in a team-based environment
Communication skills, both written and oral
Ability to use data to drive to solutions
Strong drive to succeed and implement solutions
Technically curious, self-motivated and be able to work with minimal supervision

Nice To Haves

Demonstrated results developing and delivering step change innovations to manufacturing
Experience with measurement, characterization, or ceramics processing technologies
Skills and experience with statistical process control
Experience with application of 6-Sigma methods, KT, and MEE
Strong sense of ownership and accountability for equipment performance, safety, and operational results.
Ability to work independently while effectively collaborating with cross-functional teams.
Excellent troubleshooting and critical-thinking skills with a data-driven approach to problem solving.
Strong communication skills, including the ability to explain technical issues to both technical and non-technical audiences.
Continuous improvement mindset with a passion for learning, innovation, and equipment reliability.
Flexible and adaptable in supporting changing production priorities, maintenance activities, and operational needs.
Committed to fostering a safe, respectful, and team-oriented work environment.

Responsibilities

Support day to day equipment and process issues, identify and implement solutions to enhance the uptime of production and facilities equipment.
Provide technical support for the evolution from reactive to proactive maintenance, which will lead to productivity improvement and a reduced maintenance cost/case
Assist in diagnostics, repairs and rebuilds of machines; partner with engineering or others on non-routine repairs and defect handling solutions.
Lead execution of work specified during planned maintenance (preventative, corrective, predictive, improvement) window including coordination of required parts, personnel, and communication of start-up activities.
Utilize root cause analysis though process to ensure sustainability of corrective actions and/or improvements to drive asset uptime.
Utilize the continuous improvement mindset and tools to actively participate in identifying and correcting opportunities.
Supports plant production needs and priorities to achieve plant goals.
Facilitate, attend and participate in team meetings and programs.