Manufacturing Process Technician I

HME Careers•Carlsbad, CA

42d•Onsite

About The Position

HME has been creating innovative products for the drive-thru and pro-audio industries since 1971. From the very beginning, we've known these solutions would never have happened without the customer-focused people who make up our company. HME has a team environment with a culture of collaboration, learning, and growth. With subsidiaries located in California, Missouri, Canada, UK, India, and China, companies around the world depend on HME for clear, reliable communication solutions. From setting the standard for drive-thru headsets and timer systems in the quick service restaurant (QSR) industry to developing professional audio equipment used in the Olympic Games, HME strives to create the newest, most innovative products on the market while providing quality care and attention to its customers. At HME you will have the opportunity to learn and grow while developing our future products. Come join our team! HME is looking for your talent! The Manufacturing Process Technician I will work closely with Process Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering and Production to support and improve manufacturing operations. Identifies and troubleshoots processes, material, or equipment problems to minimize down time and recommend solutions to restore process flow. Promotes, supports, and implements Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement activities in Manufacturing.

Requirements

Working knowledge of Electromechanical Assembly.
Understanding of manufacturing processes, equipment and procedures in area.
Ability to follow quality processes.
Ability to clearly communicate correct processes to others.
Strong organizational skills.
2+ years experience

Nice To Haves

Preferred Education License/Certification

Responsibilities

Working with Process Engineer to develop/implement new methods and procedures that improve flow, reduce cost, and/or improve quality, maximizing efficiency using Lean methods and tools
Creates or updates process Standard Operating Procedures and Work Instructions.
Trains operators on manufacturing equipment, processes, procedures, and best practices.
Point of contact for Manufacturing Engineering for Pilots and Prototypes.
Facilitates Pilot and Prototype runs with Manufacturing, while evaluating build for DFM issues.
Assists in the identification, design, fabrication, and/or assembly of manufacturing fixtures and tools to improve manufacturing process.
Works with Leads and Assemblers to generate and implement continuous improvement ideas.
Supports Manufacturing during manufacturing operating hours and overtime, including weekends.
Reviews manufacturing process data to identify process bottle necks, potential quality issues, and process inefficiencies.
Performs root cause analysis with Process Engineer, implements corrective/preventative actions and monitors to ensure corrective action effectiveness.
Provide process data reports to Process Engineers and Manufacturing as directed by Process Engineering.
Works with Equipment Specialist to maintain, adjust, calibrate, and/or repair Manufacturing equipment.