Manufacturing Process and Systems Engineer

BOSTON CENTERLESS•Woburn, MA

About The Position

Responsible for managing, developing, training, and integrating destructive testing processes, including integration and automation where applicable. The role trains personnel to ensure adequate staffing for current and future demands and maintains industry certifications in real time. It supports quality assurance and in-process quality requirements in coordination with the Process and QA Manager, and supports customer and regulatory audits and documentation. The position supports process improvement for centerless grinding operations by analyzing manufacturing data and using available systems and tools to identify inefficiencies. It works with maintenance, production, quality assurance, IT, operations, and external auditors to improve processes, maintain laboratory certifications, and implement system integrations. The role also supports manufacturing automation, machine connectivity, and relevant Industry 4.0 technologies.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in engineering; Mechanical, Mechatronics, or Industrial Engineering is preferred.
Knowledge of mechanical principles, machining practices, and applying mathematics and dimensions to production machinery and tooling.
Solid experience improving production control, standard operating procedures, safety, quality control, and training using standard engineering concepts and practices.
Strong analytical, mathematical, organizational, and communication skills.
Excellent PC skills and familiarity with programming tools.
Strong leadership and interpersonal skills, with the ability to communicate effectively across the organization.
Responsibility, ownership, and loyalty.
Flexibility, high energy, ability to manage multiple projects, self-direction, and ability to teach.
Ability to work as a project team member or lead, with strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
Working knowledge of NADCAP requirements, audit readiness, and documentation control for certification in Heat Treat, Tensile, and Hardness Testing operations.
Ability to develop and maintain clear SOPs, work instructions, and process maps.
Near visual acuity, with or without accommodation, to read machine dial gauges and precision measuring instruments used to inspect equipment.
Ability to monitor machine sounds and identify changes to take appropriate action.
Ability to work around normal operating-machine noise and exposure to oils and cutting fluids.
Safety glasses are required in the shop area.

Nice To Haves

Mechanical, Mechatronics, or Industrial Engineering degree specialization is preferred.

Responsibilities

Support process improvement efforts on centerless grinding operations by analyzing processes and using available systems and tools to identify manufacturing inefficiencies.
Collect, analyze, and report data related to machine performance, process parameters, and product output.
Collaborate with maintenance and production teams to troubleshoot mechanical issues and implement corrective actions.
Participate in continuous improvement initiatives.
Evaluate and improve material flow, setup reduction, machine utilization, and overall equipment effectiveness (OEE).
Develop dashboards, reports, and analytical tools to monitor process performance.
Support manufacturing automation initiatives and machine connectivity projects.
Use programming and data analysis tools to collect, organize, and analyze production data.
Support implementation of Industry 4.0 technologies where appropriate.
Work with Quality Assurance to support and maintain material testing laboratory compliance with applicable certifications and standards.
Manage, develop, train, and integrate destructive testing processes, including automation where applicable.
Train personnel to maintain adequate staffing for current and future demands and maintain industry certifications.
Support QA and in-process quality requirements in coordination with the Process and QA Manager.
Support customer and regulatory audits and documentation.
Develop and maintain SOPs, work instructions, and process maps to support repeatability, audit compliance, and effective training.
Identify failure modes using methods such as 5-Why or Fishbone and implement sustainable corrective actions.
Coordinate and communicate with quality, IT, operations, and external auditors to implement improvements and system integrations.
Maintain a clean, organized, and safe testing environment.