Jobs in Erin, NY

Title: Production Training Coordinator II

Note: DOD/ITAR Compliance Required - This is an ITAR facility.

Interview Process: Two Rounds. First round - phone screen with direct manager. Second round - onsite interview with direct manager and team.

Hours of Work: Mon-Fri, 7am-4pm. Alternate schedules may be accommodated with approval. Additional hours may be required during periods of heightened project activity. Occasional schedule adjustments are expected to support off-shift operations.

Scope of Position:

• The Production Training Coordinator contributes to the development, delivery, and sustainment of a formalized job training program supporting production job training processes.
• This role often takes the lead and actively participates in building training systems, improving training effectiveness, and promoting training best practices across operations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) to develop, update, and maintain job certifications and job training content.
• Lead the development and execution of Focused Interval Training and ensure ongoing compliance with training requirements.
• Create, manage, and deploy process change training events in coordination with Operations and Engineering.
• Champion training best practices in support of continuous improvement initiatives.
• Support and participate in new hire onboarding and training events.
• Maintain training documentation and records using standard systems and tools.

Required Education & Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in technical or training related field (preferred). Associate's degree or HS Diploma/GED with significant relevant experience (minimum required).
• 1 to 5 years of experience in manufacturing, operations, or job training.

Required Qualifications:

• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, SharePoint, and Outlook (or ability to learn)
• Ability to collaborate effectively with Operations and Engineering subject matter experts
• Professional demeanor with strong written and verbal communication skills
• Self-starter with a proactive, results-oriented mindset
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills
• Comfort in leading meetings, presentations, and classroom-style training
• Able to adapt quickly in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.

Desired Qualifications:

• Experience with Job Instruction (TWI) and On-the-Job Training methodologies
• Experience with developing Power Automate, Power App, or Power BI solutions
• Experience developing eLearnings (e.g. BrainShark) and training curriculums.

Title: Quality Engineer

Location: Fairport NY

Job Description — Quality Engineer (Advanced Optics Manufacturing)

Position Summary

The Quality Engineer strengthens product quality systems and architecture within the Quality Management System (QMS) in an advanced optics manufacturing environment. This role translates customer requirements and field performance insights into defined standards, controls, and acceptance criteria while ensuring compliance, risk mitigation, and continuous improvement.

The position drives quality excellence by managing process, product, and equipment changes, ensuring deliverables meet intended use through testing, inspection, and verification. The role requires strong cross-functional collaboration and independent, data-driven decision-making based on engineering principles, scientific methods, and quality best practices.

Key Responsibilities

Quality Systems & Compliance

• Apply and maintain knowledge of ISO Quality Standards.
• Ensure product quality and compliance with internal and customer requirements.
• Support and maintain Quality Management System effectiveness.
• Perform internal and external audits to ensure regulatory and procedural compliance.
• Author and review SOPs, specifications, and technical documentation.

Continuous Improvement & Process Optimization

• Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on quality, manufacturing efficiency, and cost reduction.
• Optimize sampling plans and inspection methodologies for Quality Control and manufacturing processes.
• Lead Lean and Performance Excellence (PEx) initiatives using data analysis and experimentation.
• Identify opportunities to improve yield, increase capacity, reduce complexity, and optimize workflows.

Product & Process Engineering Support

• Collaborate with plant and division innovation teams to translate new product requirements into plant specifications.
• Support qualification and validation activities alongside Plant Engineering.
• Ensure process changes meet quality, compliance, productivity, and cost targets.
• Maintain strong product, analytical, and process knowledge.

Problem Solving & Investigations

• Lead or support root cause investigations related to customer complaints and process or product performance issues.
• Apply structured problem-solving methodologies to resolve technical challenges independently.
• Support material disposition decisions based on quality evaluation.

Training & Collaboration

• Provide employee training on procedures, technical updates, and quality practices.
• Work cross-functionally with engineering, manufacturing, and quality teams to achieve operational objectives.
• Support project execution and contribute to project management activities.

Required Education & Experience

• Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering or related technical discipline.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in manufacturing, process, or quality environments.
• Previous Quality Engineering experience within manufacturing or technical operations.
• Experience conducting internal and external audits.
• Demonstrated root cause analysis and independent problem-solving capability.
• Experience with material disposition processes.
• Experience developing procedures and work instructions.
• Project management experience.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
• Knowledge of ISO 9001 and/or regulated product environments.

Preferred Qualifications

• Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification (Performance Excellence).
• ASQ Certified Quality Engineer (CQE) or equivalent.
• ASQ Certified Quality Auditor (CQA) or equivalent.
• Leadership experience managing technical or improvement projects.
• Experience using problem-solving/statistical software (e.g., Minitab).
• Experience in an optical manufacturing environment.

Soft Skills & Competencies

• Strong teamwork and collaboration skills.
• Self-starter with the ability to manage ambiguity and change.
• Customer-focused mindset (internal and external stakeholders).
• Cross-cultural awareness and professional communication skills.
• Highly organized and detail-oriented approach.

Training Coordinator

Fairport, NY - Onsite 5 days

Summary:

Supports and leads production training programs, driving training effectiveness, compliance, and continuous improvement across operations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain job training and certification content with SMEs
• Lead Focused Interval Training and compliance efforts
• Coordinate process change training with Ops & Engineering
• Support onboarding and classroom-style training sessions
• Maintain accurate training documentation and records

Requirements:

• Bachelor's preferred; Associate's or HS Diploma/GED with relevant experience required
• 1–5 years in manufacturing, operations, or training
• Strong MS Office skills
• Excellent communication, analytical, and presentation skills
• Self-starter, adaptable in fast-paced environments

Preferred:

• TWI / On-the-Job Training experience
• Power Automate, Power Apps, Power BI
• eLearning development (e.g., BrainShark)

Position Overview

We are searching for a talented and detail-oriented Buyer to support the efficiency and cost-effectiveness of our operations. This role is responsible for purchasing activities, monitoring inventory levels and reorder points (ROPs), and strategically managing product buys. The Buyer will work closely with suppliers, logistics, and internal teams to maintain accurate order fulfillment and inventory levels.

Responsibilities may include the following and other duties may be assigned.

• Enter and maintain purchase orders in the ERP system, ensuring accuracy and timely placement with suppliers
• Monitor open orders, expedite, reschedule, or cancel as needed based on demand changes.
• Resolve purchase-related issues such as invoicing discrepancies, product returns, or quality concerns.
• Submit and process warranty claims with the factory and assist with related documentation.
• Maintain up-to-date supplier information, item master data, and pricing agreements in the ERP system to support effective planning.
• Contribute to continuous improvement efforts by contributing ideas to enhance procurement operations.
• Work closely with suppliers, logistics, and internal teams to maintain accurate order fulfillment and inventory levels.

Qualifications & Skills:

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, or related field.
• 2–4 years of experience in procurement or supply chain.
• Proficiency with ERP/MRP systems, experience with Prophet 21 is a plus.
• Strong negotiation, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to analyze data and make informed procurement decisions.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills with a high level of attention to detail.
• Strong sense of urgency and the ability to prioritize tasks based on shifting business needs.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including pivot tables, VLOOKUPs, and formulas preferred.
• Supply Chain certification or progress toward one (e.g., CPIM, CSCP) is a plus but not required

Employees must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

EOE Minorities/Females/Disabled/Protected Veterans Drug-Free/Tobacco-Free Workplace

We're working with a successful company to hire a Manufacturing Engineer to work in Elmira, NY. This role will assist in a new vehicle production operation contributing towards improving manufacturing efficiencies by utilizing continuous improvement techniques.

Salary: $75,000 - $95,000/year

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Apply Lean Manufacturing tools and methodology in the implementation of manufacturing excellence initiatives.
• Drives the standardization of processes and the implementation of metrics and best practices.
• Evaluate designs and develop manufacturing processes, methods, tooling and fixturing.
• Evaluate manufacturing workspace in order to design production layouts and workflow to utilize the available space effectively and efficiently.
• Work with manufacturing personnel and QA to determine the root cause of manufacturing issues.
• Provide detailed solution proposals for manufacturing issues
• Develop work instructions to aid manufacturing personnel in the implementation of the design.
• Estimate the number of production personnel for a project, calculate the time involved and related costs for doing the project, clearly provide direction, training to the production personnel about the work flow, create a layout of the equipment in order to get higher level of production efficiency.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering or Industrial Engineering
• (Associate's Degree with equivalent manufacturing experience considered)
• 5+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment
• Rolling stock, bus, railway or vehicle industry experience highly desired
• Hands-on experience creating SOPs, standard work, and training materials
• Strong problem-solving, execution, and communication skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook
• Experience with CAD (AutoCAD, SolidWorks, or similar)
• Very strong communication skills

Are you a driven Quality Engineer with strong manufacturing experience and a passion for continuous improvement? Join a leading advanced optics manufacturing operation and play a key role in strengthening product quality systems and driving operational excellence.

Duration: 12 Months

Travel: Minimal (≤5%)

What You'll Do:

• Strengthen and enhance the Quality Management System (QMS)
• Ensure compliance with ISO 9001 and customer requirements
• Lead root cause investigations, customer complaint resolution & corrective actions
• Optimize sampling plans and QC processes
• Support qualification & validation activities with Plant Engineering
• Author/review SOPs, specifications & work instructions
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives using Lean & PEx tools
• Conduct internal and external audits
• Disposition materials and ensure product compliance
• Provide training and cross-functional collaboration support

What We're Looking For:

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or related technical field

Minimum 3 years of manufacturing/process/quality experience

Strong root cause analysis & independent problem-solving skills

Experience with material disposition & auditing

Knowledge of ISO 9001 & regulated products

Project management experience

Proficiency in MS Office

Nice to Have:

Six Sigma (Green/Black Belt)

ASQ CQE or CQA Certification

Minitab proficiency

Optical manufacturing experience

Key Competencies:

• Detail-oriented and organized
• Strong cross-functional collaboration skills
• Customer-focused mindset
• Self-starter who thrives in dynamic environments
• Data-driven decision maker

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