Manufacturing Engineering Technician

Manufacturing Engineering Technician

The Manufacturing Engineering Technician working under limited supervision, lays out, builds, tests, troubleshoots, repairs and modifies assemblies, components, and parts of developmental and production product items. Will take initiative to improve existing processes and make recommendations for product improvement. Performs relatively complex assignments and solves problems that may have a variety of solutions. Adapts work methods to different situations.

Perform duties to improve overall quality and eliminate the causes of scrap and rework, acquire electrical and/or mechanical process data and drive changes to improve productivity. Determine and analyze root cause of scrap and rework failure(s) and defects to drive process improvements.

Responsibilities can include working on special projects with Manufacturing Engineering in such areas as process improvement and design changes, new product introduction or process development.

Responsibilities:

• Recommend process improvements and remedial corrective actions based on thorough analysis and direct actions.
• Implement changes through Mizuho OSI ECN Process.
• Assist with DMF process to minimize product defects.
• Assist Manufacturing Engineer to perform investigations and root cause analysis to resolve and mitigate Product Experience Report.
• Assist Engineering to evaluate and revise test procedures and methods. Selecting test equipment, defining measurement parameters to verify product performance.
• Interact effectively across functions such as, but not limited to working with Engineering, Production, Purchasing, Quality and Document Control.
• Support sustaining Manufacturing Engineering such as parts disposition (both preliminary review and MRB) and write rework instructions in a timely manner.
• Initiate corrective action on design, workmanship and vendor issues.
• Modify work and/or test instructions to reflect current or new manufacturing processes.
• Keep neat, legible, complete notebook records and data sheets of all tests and projects.
• Provide summary reports of findings and recommendations to management.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform essential functions of the job. The duties of this job require the employee to stand and to use hands to manipulate very small objects and hand tools for long periods of time. The employee is required to walk and occasionally to lift up to 45 pounds during the normal course of work. The employee is required to walk and occasionally to lift up to 45 pounds during the normal course of work. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision as well as color vision.

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Within the Production Floor the employee may be exposed to sharp objects, small tools, hot objects, adhesives, UV light, various testing equipment, isopropyl alcohol, soldering equipment, hi-pot testers and other electrical test equipment, etc. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to high.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Qualifications & Requirements:

• Requires 6 + years directly related experience including schematics/blueprints.
• Technical school certificate or AS Degree; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Background in testing equipment is highly preferred.
• Ability to read drawings, blueprints and engineering instructions.
• Able to read and analyze data.
• Strong knowledge of electro-mechanical assembly.
• Familiarity with lean manufacturing principles
• Demonstrated knowledge of computer and peripherals, hand tools, power and machine tools, scopes, meters and other measuring devices, and electrical test equipment.
• Ability to prioritize effectively with minimum supervision.
• Able to meet multiple, sometimes conflicting deadlines.
• Must possess strong attention to detail and be team oriented.
• Must be capable of resolving unusual, non-standard problems.
• Neat and professional appearance and outgoing people-oriented personality which conveys pride in working for Mizuho OSI and which is demonstrated with a ready smile and a willingness to assist others.
• Ability to clearly express oneself verbally and in writing in the English language (additional languages also preferred) using good grammar, vocabulary, and eye contact.
• Ability to communicate effectively with employees and other business contacts in a courteous and professional manner.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, strong presentation, project and organizational skills.
• To respond sensitively to the needs and feelings of others regardless of position; to accept interpersonal differences, to maintain rapport, and to interact effectively with all levels of employees within the organization.

Pay Scale: $56,000- $90,000 DOE + potential annual bonus + comprehensive benefits package

Mizuho OSI is an Equal Opportunity Employer and makes business decisions based on job related criteria only. Company policy prohibits unlawful discrimination based on race, color, religious creed, gender, religion, marital status, registered domestic partner status, age, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition including genetic characteristics, sexual orientation, sexual identity, or any other consideration made unlawful by federal, state or local laws.

Mizuho OSI conducts criminal conviction background checks and drug screening through a third-party screening vendor which includes searches of address history, criminal convictions, court records, education verification, employment verification, and reference checks. In addition, depending on the nature of the position for which you are applying, a motor vehicle driving report, a credit report, and/or ID checks in other non-U.S. countries are also included.

Criminal conviction background checks will run after an applicant has received and accepted a conditional offer of employment. After a conditional offer is made and before any background check is performed, applicants will receive background check disclosure and consent forms under state and federal laws, such as the Fair Credit Reporting Act and the Investigative Consumer Reporting Agencies Act. Existence of a criminal record is not an automatic bar to employment. An assessment will be made about whether the conviction has a direct and adverse relationship to the job in question. No job offer will be withdrawn, and no adverse action will be taken against any employee, based on the results of a criminal conviction background check, without an individualized assessment of whether the applicant's conviction history has direct and adverse relationship with the specific duties of the job in question.

Top Reasons To Join The Mizuho OSI Team

• Privately held company with a tradition of market leadership and best-in-class innovation
• Fast-paced entrepreneurial culture focused on dramatically improving patient outcomes through personal empowerment
• Emphasis on continuous improvement and celebration of our values of R.E.S.P.E.C.T. and the Mizuho OSI Way.
• Create innovative solutions designed and manufactured at our HQ in Northern California

The Mizuho OSI Way

In 1978, we set out to change the way patients undergo surgery. As a Mizuho OSI customer, you can expect our commitment to the following…

We commit to your satisfaction. If you are dissatisfied, we will strive to make it right.

We do things the right way. We commit to hire people with competence, generosity and a caring attitude.

We motivate our employees to use their individual strengths to provide creative solutions, changes, and innovations.

We anticipate your needs through customer experiences, thus nurturing our relationships. Collectively, this creates an environment that enables and inspires healthcare professionals to improve the lives of patients.

Dare to go further. Care to do more.

Benefits

At Mizuho OSI, we believe better solutions and decisions are born of diversity and are proudly an EEO/AA employer. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes: medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401k with matching, educational assistance and more.

For Our Service Members And Veterans

Mizuho OSI values the service Veterans and their family members have given to our country and we support the hiring of returning Service Members and military spouses. If you are a Veteran or wounded warrior and would like assistance with the employment process at Mizuho OSI, please contact HR at (510) 429-1500.

For Persons With Disabilities

If you are a person with a disability or a disabled Veteran and are applying for a job with Mizuho OSI, we would like to ensure your application process goes as smoothly as possible. If you need additional assistance, information or answers to your questions, feel free to contact HR at (510) 429-1500.