Manufacturing Process Engineer I

Indium Corporation•City of Utica, NY

8d•$62,500 - $85,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Manufacturing Process Engineer I is responsible for developing, implementing, and supporting optimized manufacturing processes. This includes performing data and material analysis required to improve efficiency and product flow, determine root causes, or provide other process insight. Assignments are generally less complex and are limited in scope and risk.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in a technical field OR Associate degree in a technical field AND a professional certificate in an engineering, sciences, or technical discipline
Hands-on mechanical knowledge and experience
Communicates in a clear, organized, and professional manner in both written and oral form
Provide own source of transportation for any local/day travel, including travel between Indium Corporation facilities

Nice To Haves

Electrical and/or software development knowledge is a plus

Responsibilities

Apply fundamental engineering concepts, practices, and procedures to assigned projects
Develop and implement optimized, cost-effective manufacturing processes and methods in accordance with customer, product or process specifications, quality requirements, and standards, while following a structured, in-house developmental process
Follow disciplined product/process development and change control methods
Develop manufacturing processes by understanding product requirements; researching, designing, modifying, and testing manufacturing methods and equipment; and conferring with equipment vendors
Provide hands-on technical support and training for manufacturing processes and personnel
Review/approve requirements conveyed on customer prints and specifications to ensure clarity, comprehensiveness, and manufacturability. Accurately convey all customer-specific requirements on applicable manufacturing documentation to ensure that - - - Production and Quality teams have visibility of the requirements
Improve manufacturing processes and methods to drive cost reductions, quality improvements, and process efficiency into the factory Author complete and comprehensive documentation, including, but not limited to, engineering design documents and drawings, operating procedures, and work instructions according to established quality management standards
Evaluate and analyze process data to drive efficiency into the process or determine root cause and corrective actions
Apply statistical process control and Lean manufacturing principles
Provide input to project cost estimates, timelines, and milestones
Keep team members and leaders updated on project status, issues, and risk mitigation items
Function as an effective team member through collaboration, conflict resolution, encouragement, respectful interactions with co-workers, active listening, etc.
Work independently on multiple tasks and projects simultaneously
Perform other duties and special projects as assigned