Manufacturing Engineer

Manufacturing Engineer (Shaping)

The Manufacturing Engineer (Shaping) reports directly to the MFG Engineering Manager and supports the ceramic piezo and RF business. This position will oversee the manufacturing processes involved in machining ceramic materials.

Major Areas of Responsibility

Leads and directs the monitoring and troubleshooting of manufacturing processes to maintain/increase product yields and quality through the utilization of an array of continuous improvement tools (DOE, DMAIC, Six Sigma, Green Belt) and general statistical analysis methods.

Recommends and implements lean processes and products that improve manufacturing capabilities efficiencies, yields and quality with emphasis on ceramic machining processes.

Machining process optimization: Develop and optimize machining processes for ceramic materials to improve efficiency, quality, and cost-effectiveness. Including selection of appropriate equipment, machining parameters, and cutting tools.

Provide diagnostic, recommendations for maintaining, upgrade existing equipment or acquisition of new equipment.

Quality Assurance: Implement quality control measures to ensure that machined ceramics meet specifications and standards. Develop/maintain inspection protocols and collaborate with quality control teams to perform regular inspection and audits.

Work closely with new product introduction team to efficiently and cost effectively introduce new products into manufacturing.

Provides technical leadership to technicians, engineers, and operators.

Reports and interfaces process and project status and progress to management in oral and written communications. Also, interfaces with suppliers, and customers.

Uses technical knowledge and ingenuity to resolve complex problems and provides technical leadership for their area of responsibility.

Works independently and periodically reports status to engineering management and plant manufacturing management.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Ability to analyze and identify problems, develop appropriate solutions, and implement with available resources to complete complex assignments.

Ability to proactively develop new ideas/methodologies for continuous improvement.

Ability to interact with other professional staff throughout the organization.

Required Education and Experience

B.S. in Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science or related discipline is required.

Solid understanding of machining principle and experience with CNC machining equipment is required.

Proficiency in CAD/CAM software.

Knowledge of ceramic materials and their machining characteristics is preferable.

Knowledge of continuous improvement methods is required.

Knowledge of SAP is plus.

Physical/Working Requirements

Use of personal protective equipment (PPE).

Exposure to moderate noise levels and occasional use of chemicals.

Extended periods of standing combined with sitting and walking.

Be able to lift up to 25 lbs.