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Our client is a globally recognized European leader in bioprocess technologies, specializing in precision-engineered analytical lab equipment and control systems for the life sciences sector. With operations spanning approximately 80 countries and a long-standing heritage, they serve leading research institutions, pharmaceutical companies, and industrial biotech firms worldwide.

Our client is seeking a Director of Operations to lead the day-to-day operational performance of their U.S. assembly site with full accountability for safety, quality, delivery, cost, and people performance. The successful candidate will translate global operational strategies into effective local execution, build scalable manufacturing infrastructure, and establish processes that support aggressive growth targets in the North American market while maintaining the precision and compliance standards synonymous with the company's Swiss engineering heritage.

The ideal candidate is an accomplished operational leader with deep expertise in precision manufacturing or engineered products, proven success managing site-level operations with P&L accountability, and the ability to excel in a matrix organization with international reporting structures. This role offers a unique opportunity to shape operational capabilities for a growing North American operation while leveraging the resources, expertise, and reputation of an established global organization.

Key Responsibilities:

• Direct all production activities, material flow, production planning, purchasing, logistics, and supply chain operations to ensure efficient and compliant delivery of biotechnology instrumentation
• Execute corporate operations strategies, standards, and KPIs at the site level; establish performance targets and implement monitoring systems to drive on-time delivery, customer satisfaction, and optimal resource utilization
• Manage site-level budget, cost control, and operational results; identify and implement cost-reduction strategies and margin improvement opportunities without compromising quality
• Oversee purchasing, procurement, vendor management, inventory control, and warehousing operations to ensure material availability, favorable commercial terms, and supply chain efficiency
• Develop, maintain, and continuously improve manufacturing documentation, SOPs, and process controls in alignment with quality systems and regulatory requirements (ISO, OSHA)
• Serve as primary North American operational liaison with Swiss headquarters on manufacturing standards, quality requirements, technology transfer initiatives, and process improvements
• Lead capacity planning, facility infrastructure projects, and continuous improvement programs to support business scaling and operational excellence

Key Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Operations Management, Industrial Engineering, or related field required; Master's degree or MBA preferred
• Minimum 8–10 years of progressive leadership experience in operations, assembly, or plant management, preferably in industrial, engineered products, or precision instrumentation environments
• Proven track record managing site-level operations with full accountability for safety, quality, delivery, cost, and people performance
• Strong knowledge of OSHA regulations, EHS requirements, and U.S. labor law in manufacturing settings
• Hands-on experience with Lean Manufacturing, Operational Excellence, continuous improvement methodologies, and data-driven decision-making
• Proficiency with SAP or similar ERP systems strongly preferred; solid understanding of supply chain management, vendor management, and warehousing in precision manufacturing environments
• Experience working in matrix organizations with international reporting lines; familiarity with European mid-sized company culture highly beneficial.

• Examines blueprints, sketches, drawings, manuals, specifications, or sample parts to determine dimensions and tolerances of finished work piece, sequence of operations, and setup requirements.
• Perform complex operations on various machine tools, including drill presses, lathes, milling machines, boring machines, and precision grinding machines.
• Measure, mark, and scribe dimensions and reference points on material or work piece as guides for subsequent machining.
• Read precision instruments such as micrometers, calipers, and indicators.
• Select, align, and secure holding fixtures, cutting tools, attachments, accessories, and materials on machines such as mills, lathes, jig borers, grinders, and shapers.
• Select standard materials required for fabrication and machining work.
• Perform the machining operations, watch for problems in the production process, and check the accuracy of the finished piece against blueprints / verify conformance of finished work piece to specifications.
• Observe equipment to detect malfunctions or out-of-tolerance machining, adjust equipment controls as necessary, and verify accuracy of machine settings or programmed control data.
• Set up and operate all types of shop machining tools or equipment to manufacture various parts.
• Verifies dimensions and alignment of assembly, assembles parts into complete assembly.
• Install machined replacement parts in mechanisms, machines, and equipment, and tests operation of unit to ensure functionality and performance.
• Develops specifications from general description and draws sketch of part or product to be fabricated.
• Confers with engineers, production personnel, programmers, or others to resolve machining or assembly problems.
• Work includes small and large assembly, and machining of heavy steel.
• Apply knowledge of mechanics, shop mathematics, machinability of materials, and machine shop procedures
• Perform machine maintenance and is responsible for keeping work are clean and the immediate reporting of safety issues to Supervisor.
• Use various hand and power tools for the completion of job tasks.
• Work independently to complete responsibilities.
• Other duties as assigned.
  

• Must have ability to read and interpret blueprints, drawings, and other technical trade related documents.
• Must have at least five (5) years of experience operating manual OR CNC lathes and milling machines.
• Must have Manual Machinist experience as follows:
  
  • Under minimal supervision, a manual machinist sets up and operates manually controlled machines in skilled precision and bench work in the fabrication, maintenance, repair, and alteration of machinery, machine parts, tools, and equipment.
• Must have CNC Mills & Lathes experience as follows:
  • Requires knowledge of some CNC programming with the ability to perform minor program edits on the shop floor. Requires more than CNC operation experience.
• Must have mechanical ability, manual dexterity, and hand/eye coordination required to perform various projects, per drawings, sketches, and verbal or written instructions.
• Must be familiar with the use of precision measuring instruments: outside/inside micrometers, depth mics, venires, etc.
• Must be able to write comprehensive Condition Found Reports (CFR) describing the material condition of the parts and assemblies being worked and recommendations for repair.
• Must be familiar with threading and the various measuring/gauging requirements.
• Must be skilled in the selection, set-up, and operation of the appropriate tool(s) for a given type of work.
• Must be able to work effectively with others.
• Must be a steady, reliable worker.
• Must be able to perform duties with minimal supervision.
• Must have own tools.
• Must have regular, reliable attendance.
  

• Forklift and overhead crane experience preferred.
• Knowledge of CNC programming preferred.
  

• Minimal Travel; 10% or less.
  

• Must be able to lift, carry and transport heavy equipment and boxes. The exact weight requirements will be determined by the specific job, but no less than 20 lbs.
• Able to work on and climb ladders, work in extreme temperature environments, aboard ships, in shipyards, under industrial conditions and in confined spaces, including enter and moving through manholes.
• Able to perform other duties as required which may involve high heat, humidity, noise and dirty conditions.
• Frequent exposure to noise due to machinery and equipment.
• Employee is required to operate trucks, forklifts & man-lifts.
• While performing the duties of this job, you may frequently be required to stand, walk & sit; use hands or fingers; handle or feel; talk and hear. Occasionally required to reach with hands and arms, climb and balance, stoop, squat, kneel, twist and crawl.
• Work in extreme temperatures and conditions. At times you will work in areas that have less adequate ventilation
• Frequent use of respirator.
  

Eleven Recruiting is searching for a Regional Supply Chain & Procurement Director for one of our largest Space and Defense companies specializing in large-scale metallic structures, composite systems, precision machining, and mission-critical hardware supporting launch vehicles, hypersonics, and advanced defense platforms.

This leader will unify strategic sourcing and procurement operations across multiple regional manufacturing sites, leveraging collective purchasing power to drive material cost reductions, improve supplier performance, and implement scalable processes that support multi-program growth.

Reporting to the Vice President of Corporate Operations, this leader will architect regional sourcing strategies for direct production materials—including exotic alloys, composite systems, machined components, and outside processing services—while establishing robust supply chain governance, risk management structures, and continuous improvement frameworks.

They will embed supply chain strategy across the entire product lifecycle—from prototype through production ramp and sustainment—ensuring scalability, manufacturability, and cost competitiveness across the regional network.

Responsibilities:

Strategic Procurement Leadership

• Develop and implement unified sourcing strategies for key spend categories including:
• Raw Materials & Exotic Alloys (Titanium, Nickel Super-Alloys, Aluminum, High-Temperature Steels)
• Composite Systems (Carbon-Carbon, Ablatives, Resin Systems, Prepregs)
• Machined & Fabricated Components (Large-Part Machining, Spin Forming, Precision Metal Forming)
• Outside Processing Services (Heat Treat, NDT, Surface Finishing, Welding/Bonding)
• Indirect/Plant-Wide Supplies (MRO, Tooling, Energy, Logistics)
• Lead supplier consolidation efforts to leverage regional scale and deliver year-over-year cost savings.
• Negotiate long-term agreements (LTAs) and framework contracts to stabilize pricing, secure supplier capacity, and improve cash flow.
• Own commercial and contractual execution, including vendor terms and conditions, liability, IP protection, and strategic sourcing frameworks to ensure both agility and compliance.
• Coordinate with Commercial and Program teams to ensure supplier contracts—particularly for raw materials and key commodities—align with customer program timelines and contractual terms.
• Partner with Finance, Program Management, and Engineering to align sourcing strategies with customer contracts, revenue goals, and program timelines.

Operational Integration & Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Align and standardize procurement practices across regional sites to ensure process consistency, visibility, and data integrity.
• Partner with site procurement teams and location leadership to ensure alignment of supply chain goals with site-level objectives for supply continuity, cash flow, production volumes, and plant projects.
• Support long-lead procurement planning, make/buy analysis, and MRP integration to synchronize with production schedules and program milestones.
• Collaborate with Engineering and Program Management to embed Design-for-Supply-Chain (DfSC) and design-to-cost principles into new program launches.
• Drive early supplier engagement in the design phase to optimize manufacturability, lead times, and lifecycle cost outcomes.

Supplier Development & Risk Management

• Lead Supplier Performance Management (SPM) and Supplier Quality Assurance (SQA) programs focused on on-time delivery, quality, and total cost.
• Establish a risk-based supplier segmentation model to monitor critical suppliers, mitigate single-source dependencies, and ensure ITAR/EAR/CMMC compliance.
• Conduct supplier audits, qualifications, and scorecard reviews to maintain compliance with DCMA, DoD, and NASA standards.
• Partner with suppliers on value engineering, capacity expansion, and new material qualification initiatives supporting new product introductions (NPI).
• Develop and maintain dual-sourcing and continuity planning strategies to safeguard critical production materials.

Performance Management & Digital Transformation

• Establish and track key procurement KPIs including On-Time-In-Full (OTIF), Purchase Price Variance (PPV), inventory turnover, and supplier lead time performance.
• Implement supplier operational KPIs tied to on-time delivery, quality, and inventory performance, with routine reviews to ensure accountability and continuous improvement.
• Drive ERP and MRP process discipline across regional sites to ensure accurate BOM structures, material planning, cost roll-up integrity, and data governance.
• Champion digital tools and analytics dashboards to deliver real-time visibility into supplier performance, material spend, and inventory health.
• Drive inventory optimization through regional initiatives such as Vendor Managed Inventory (VMI), consignment programs, and supply consolidation with strategic partners to reduce working capital and lead times.
• Build and lead a high-accountability organization structured around core supply chain domains—planning, sourcing, materials, and supplier development—with clear ownership, measurable KPIs, and alignment to corporate objectives.
• Champion Lean and Six Sigma practices to streamline processes, reduce waste, and improve responsiveness across all sites.

Executive Partnership & Strategic Influence

• Serve as a strategic partner to the executive leadership team, providing real-time supply chain intelligence, material cost projections, and risk assessments to support operational planning, business cases, and customer proposals.
• Collaborate with Finance and Commercial leadership on the annual business plan to forecast material spend, inflation impact, and cost-savings opportunities in support of revenue and profit commitments.
• Communicate progress, risks, and cost-reduction results through executive dashboards and structured reporting.
• Represent Supply Chain in corporate strategy sessions, ensuring alignment between program requirements and long-term procurement initiatives.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering, or related field; MBA preferred.
• 10+ years of experience in procurement or supply chain leadership within aerospace, defense, or precision manufacturing, including at least 5 years overseeing multi-site or regional operations.
• Proven expertise in sourcing metallic and composite raw materials, complex machined components, and outside processing services.
• Strong understanding of aerospace manufacturing processes, technical drawings, and material specifications.
• Demonstrated success in supplier negotiations, contract execution, and cost-reduction initiatives.
• Familiarity with AS9100, ITAR/EAR, CMMC, and defense compliance frameworks.
• Experience with ERP/MRP systems and advanced procurement analytics tools.
• APICS or Lean Six Sigma certification preferred.
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and influencing skills, with ability to work cross-functionally across multiple sites and programs.

Salary: $200,000 - $220,000

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Operates independently and cooperates with other Central Metrology Technicians to guarantee precision, dependability, and adherence to established standards for calibrations within Central Metrology Lab Scope.

Calibration: Check, analyze, and recalibrate measurement devices based on established criteria, maintaining accurate readings.

Documentation: Maintain clear, detailed logs of laboratory standards, calibration procedures, test findings, and maintenance carried out to follow quality management systems and external guidelines (e.g., ISO 17025).

Process improvement: Partner with fellow Central Metrology Technicians and Internal Business Partners to advance metrology practices and calibration protocols, spot opportunities for progress, and carry out solutions.

Training: Provide training and guidance as needed to other technicians and internal business partners on metrology and calibration techniques and standard methodologies.

Troubleshooting: Detect and address inconsistencies in process and procedures by conducting root cause analysis.

Works autonomously and collaboratively with other Central Metrology Technicians to ensure precision, reliability, and conformity to defined standards for calibrations within the Central Metrology Lab Scope.

Calibration: Assess, test, and calibrate measurement devices following established standards, maintaining accurate readings.

Documentation: Carefully and thoroughly record all laboratory standards, calibration processes, test outcomes, and maintenance to meet quality management systems and external criteria (e.g., ISO 17025).

Process improvement: Work alongside other Central Metrology Technicians and Internal Business Partners to advance metrology techniques and calibration procedures, detect areas needing improvement, and apply solutions.

Training: Deliver instruction and mentorship as required to other technicians and internal business partners regarding metrology and calibration techniques and standard processes.

Troubleshooting: Detect and address inconsistencies in processes and procedures by conducting root cause analysis.

Adhere to safety protocols and procedures, including the use of personal protective equipment (PPE).

Perform calibrations on a wide range of measuring devices using precision measuring instruments and software, ensuring environmental controls in the lab are adequate before performing calibrations. Detect and communicate any measurement/calibration nonconformities to all interested parties.

Record and document test results, maintenance performed, and any deviations or non-conformities in calibration logs, records, and certificates, ensuring traceability and adherence to quality and regulatory standards.

Coordinate and arrange the servicing of devices alongside other Central Metrology Technicians to enhance lab operational efficiency. Use organizational and time management abilities to handle workloads and schedules efficiently.

Assist in the development and/or update of calibration procedures and documentation in accordance with National, International, or Industry Standards.

Provide technical aid and advice to colleagues and Internal Business Partners.

> Perform calibration of various parameters of gauge types, as approved by procedure training, evidence of competency, and maintaining individual uncertainties in alignment with other calibration technicians

• Dimensional - Hand tools, Hard gauges, Surface Plate Flatness etc.
• Mechanical- Pressure, Vacuum, and Torque
• Electrical - Multimeters, Thermocouples and RTD's
• Chemical - Refractometers, pH Meters, and Conductivity meters etc.
• Sound level meters, Belt tensioners etc.
• Vision Systems
• Coordinate-measuring machine (CMM)

> Strong knowledge of measurement science (metrology)

• Understand contributors and variables that influence the development of an uncertainty budget.

> Ability to read and interpret technical manuals, blueprints, schematics and diagrams

Engage in Intra-laboratory and external laboratory Proficiency tests as needed. Not passing Proficiency tests may lead to corrective or preventative measures, including remedial training and/or restriction from calibrating certain types of gauges.

Attention to detail: Meticulous and precise, with a focus on accuracy.

Problem-solving: Strong analytical skills for troubleshooting and resolving complex issues

Computer skills: Proficiency with calibration software and other computer-based test equipment

Communication: Ability to clearly communicate technical information and work effectively in a team. Collaborate with Plants regarding processes, procedures, and corrective/preventative actions, when gauges are found to be out of tolerance.

Understanding of standards: Experience with quality and regulatory standards (e.g., ISO 17025, ISO 9001)

Associate degree or Certificate from a technical school or military training

ASQ Certified Calibration Technician Certification is a plus.

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• Innovation-Driven: Work on projects that matter-from sustainable materials to digital transformation.

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Michelin provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service, or other non-merit-based factors. Consistent with these obligations, Michelin also provides reasonable accommodations to employees and applicants with disabilities and for sincerely held religious beliefs. If you need accommodation for any part of the employment process because of a disability, please contact us at .

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• Set up, adjust, and operate a variety of machine tools to produce precision parts and instruments
• Read and interpret engineering drawings and blueprints and follow their instructions
• Machine parts out of metal
• Properly and safely select, align, secure, and remove holding fixtures, cutting tools, attachments, accessories, and materials onto machines
• Recognize, deploy, and properly use inserts, fixtures, and tooling
• Must be able to determine the proper tools required to perform given task
• Operate and utilizes lifting aids as necessary to perform work
• Use gauges and precision measuring instruments to meet tolerance requirements
• Perform daily, regular cleaning and light maintenance tasks on machinery and equipment
• Perform all tasks in a safe and responsible manner while maintaining safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations
• Work overtime as needed on evenings and/or weekends
• Communicates with others to coordinate work in plant
• Other duties as assigned

• Familiarity with the use of: Heavy Duty Horizontal Lathes, Milling Machines, Horizontal Boring Mills, Vertical Turning Lathes, Planers, Grinders, Drill Presses, Hydraulic Presses, Band Saws, and Portable Tools
• Turning, Drilling, Tapping, Boring, Honing, Polishing machine processes
• Large part machining experience preferred (ship propeller shafting, ship steering gear, etc.)
• In-place machining experience is desired
• Forklift and Crane experience preferred

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Company provided Medical Clinic/Pharmacy access
• 401K with company match
• Paid Time Off
• Short Term Disability and basic Life Insurance provided by company
• Supplementary Insurance: Accident, Critical Illness, Voluntary Life/AD&D, and Long Term Disability available
• Employee Assistance Programs

• High school diploma or GED
• 3 to 5 years of related experience is preferred.
• Language skills - effectively communicate and understand job instructions verbally and written in English
• Ability to effectively interpret and translate instructions to other employees in a professional and respectful manner
• Ability and willingness to learn
• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions
• Ability to interpret various technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables
• A strong, proven interest in engineering and mechanical systems
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints
• Ability to read precision measuring tools
• Ability to perform basic mathematical computations
• Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations
• Ability to work independently and as part as a team
• Basic understanding of Microsoft Word and Excel

• Ability to move or transfer products with an overhead crane
• Ability to lift and move up to 50 lbs. at a time when required
• While performing the job duties, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, reach overhead with hands and arms, stoop, crouch, kneel, climb ladders, and use stairs
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus
• The employee will also be expected to spend time using a computer

Dover Precision Components is hiring a Key Account Manager (OEM customers) for our Inpro/Seal brand. We are a world leader in the design and manufacture of permanent bearing protection and complete shaft sealing solutions for a variety of rotating equipment across multiple industries.

In this role, you will increase penetration in existing OEM accounts as well as identify new markets and customers. You will effectively interface with customers at multiple levels (technical, commercial, and management) and deliver the value propositions of an engineered solution. If you are a results-driven engineered product sales professional with a record of achievement demonstrating initiative and business ownership, we’d love to hear from you!

What You’ll Do

• Develop broad and deep relationships with OEM customers' management, procurement, and engineering staff to advance the company's value proposition and share of wallet.
• Move customer relationships forward to increase engagement across the organization. Ensure position as value provider vs. commodity supplier, and, where appropriate, drive to achieve "Trusted Advisor" status.
• Understand and align with the market drivers and strategy of major customers, while also providing feedback to the management team that will help inform the company's strategies for growth.
• Provide regular and insightful customer and market feedback to the management team for business and market planning.
• Ensure the company is first positioned to capture new design opportunities.
• Oversee the development of conceptual solutions by the engineering team and lead the presentation of proposals to customer personnel.
• Maintain an understanding of competitive landscape and position and implement the appropriate pricing strategies.
• Acquire and submit forecast information based on customer business indicators and planning.
• Facilitate all communications to ensure the company provides customer intimacy at a level that ensures continuing selection as the #1 choice for bearing needs.
• Utilize Lean techniques for analyzing and improving process/workflow to continually improve service delivery.
• Develop new opportunities by researching within the assigned territory and revisiting dormant accounts to identify potential customers.
• Through efficient prospecting and discovery, screen and identify opportunities that fit the company's strategy and objectives developing those prospects through pre-sales, negotiation, and support phases.
• Balance both own workload and supporting departments to prioritize customer opportunities for maximum growth.
• Travel up to 25% on a national basis.

What You’ll Bring

• Bachelor's degree required, BS Mechanical Engineering preferred.
• A minimum of three (3) years' experience in outside sales of highly engineered products is required.
• Experience with sales in turbomachinery applications, rotating equipment (pumps, compressors, turbines, etc.) or reciprocating compressor components strongly preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain long term OEM customer relationships which culminate in the goal of ensuring/ reaching "Trusted Advisor" status.
• Demonstrates confidence, technical aptitude, and business ownership as a self-starter.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills, coupled with the ability to manage a consultative sales process.
• Experience in an environment of continuous improvement that includes the use of tools such as process analysis, Kaizen, and Lean techniques.
• Demonstrated ability to inspire and develop collaboration amongst cross-functional teams.
• Ability to travel on a national basis, up to 25%.

DOVER PRECISION COMPONENTS

Dover Precision Components ‘DPC’ (‘the Company’) is part of Dover Corporation’s (‘the Parent Company’) Pumps and Process solutions segment. DPC holds market leading positions globally and delivers performance-critical solutions across the oil & gas, power generation, marine, industrial, chemical and general processing markets. We design and manufacture mission-critical equipment components to deliver more affordable, cleaner energy solutions and enable manufacturers to operate more efficiently.

WE DELIVER CUSTOMER SUCCESS

Dover Precision Components delivers products and services that enhance performance, improve safety, reduce carbon emissions, and accelerate clean energy adoption, through collaborative Customer relationships, expert engineering, and an innovative culture. Our strong Company portfolio is comprised of long products and services offered under Cook Compression, Cook Mechanical Field Services, Waukesha Bearings, Waukesha Magnetic Bearings, Inpro/Seal, Bearings Plus, and FW Murphy Production Controls. Our global footprint reaches more than twelve locations in the Americas and more than six locations in Europe and China.

BUILDING POTENTIAL. SUSTAINING PERFORMANCE. BOOSTING FUTURES.

We are diligent in recognizing our employees’ needs and providing an enriching experience through professional developmental opportunities. Our authentic, collaborative company culture, combined with a competitive suite of health and welfare offerings, emulates who we are.

Work Arrangement: Remote

Pay Range: $130,000- $145,00 base salary. Bonus Eligible.

We consider several job-related, non-discriminatory factors when determining the pay rate for a position, including, but not limited to, the position’s responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, a candidate’s education/training, the position’s location, and the key skills needed for the position. Pay is one of the Total Rewards that we provide to compensate and recognize employees for their work.

Benefits: Our total rewards package for eligible team members also includes: a 401(k) savings plan with employer contributions; medical, dental and vision insurance; wellness programs; health savings account, health care and dependent care flexible spending accounts; company paid short-term disability and long-term disability; company paid employee basic life and AD&D insurance; supplemental employee and dependent life insurance; optional accident, hospital indemnity and critical illness insurance; adoption, surrogacy, and fertility benefits and assistance; commuter benefits; parental, military, jury duty, and bereavement leaves of absence; paid time off, including 9 paid holidays per calendar year, 15 paid vacation days annually, prorated the first year based on hire date, 16 hours floating holiday; wellness reimbursement, tuition reimbursement ;business travel services; employee discounts; and an employee assistance program that includes company paid counseling sessions and legal services. Eligibility for benefits is governed by applicable plan documents and policies.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, age, genetic information, or any other factors prohibited by law.

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Manufacturing Engineer | Precision Optics | Medical Device Manufacturing

A growing global medical device manufacturer focused on advanced ophthalmic technology is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to support precision optical lens fabrication and assembly operations. This role partners closely with engineering, quality, and production teams to improve manufacturing processes, support production, and drive continuous improvement across the operation.

This is an opportunity to work on highly precise products that support vision care while contributing to process innovation and manufacturing excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, document, and optimize manufacturing processes for precision optical lens fabrication and assembly

• Develop and maintain metrology processes used to measure optical lens assemblies in production

• Partner with optical design engineers to ensure designs are manufacturable at scale

• Collaborate with cross functional teams to support quality and long term product reliability

• Lead manufacturing improvements including sourcing equipment and establishing new processes

• Provide day to day production floor support by troubleshooting build issues and improving yields

• Work with optical component suppliers to optimize product delivery and qualify new suppliers or components

• Create detailed manufacturing work instructions and process validation documentation

• Implement new manufacturing technologies and automation aligned with business goals

• Design tools and fixtures to improve manufacturing efficiency

• Develop manufacturing approaches for optical components using existing or newly proposed equipment

• Conduct root cause analysis and troubleshoot equipment or process failures on the production floor

• Drive continuous improvement related to process efficiency, yield, production rates, and cost

• Maintain project documentation and communicate updates during project status meetings

• Apply Lean manufacturing principles to reduce variability and improve yield

• Support capital equipment planning, evaluation, and implementation

• Maintain compliance with quality systems and medical device regulations

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in an engineering discipline

• 5+ years of experience as a Manufacturing Engineer

• Experience designing and implementing machines, equipment, or manufacturing processes in production environments

• Hands on problem solver able to work independently with minimal supervision

• Strong time management and ability to manage competing priorities

• Knowledge of Lean manufacturing practices and principles

• Experience with root cause analysis techniques

• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills

• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings

• Strong written and verbal communication skills across multiple organizational levels

• Familiarity with ISO standards and quality systems

• Experience driving productivity or cost savings initiatives

• Strong collaboration, influence, and change management skills

• Experience developing or optimizing Bills of Materials and manufacturing routings

• Basic project management experience

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with optical manufacturing processes such as grinding and polishing

• Hands on experience working in an aspheric optical manufacturing environment

• Familiarity with optical metrology equipment such as interferometers

• Experience with machine programming

• Experience using statistical analysis tools such as Minitab

FK Instrument is seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Manufacturing Estimator to join our growing team. This role is responsible for evaluating customer RFQs, developing efficient manufacturing plans, and preparing accurate, competitive cost estimates for precision machined components.

You’ll play a critical role in securing new business while ensuring projects are quoted profitably and aligned with our shop capabilities. This position works closely with engineering, production, and supply chain teams in a fast-paced, precision-driven environment.

What You’ll Do

• Review customer RFQs, blueprints, and 3D CAD models to assess manufacturability and define project scope
• Develop efficient manufacturing process plans, including operation sequencing
• Estimate setup times, cycle times, labor, and machine utilization using CAM software and historical data
• Prepare detailed cost estimates covering materials, labor, machine time, tooling, outside services, and overhead
• Source pricing for raw materials and subcontracted services (heat treating, plating, grinding, finishing, etc.)
• Identify manufacturing risks (tight tolerances, complex geometries, difficult materials) and incorporate into estimates
• Collaborate with engineering, manufacturing, and operations to ensure alignment with shop capabilities and capacity
• Solicit and evaluate vendor and subcontractor quotes
• Track awarded jobs by comparing estimated vs. actual costs and lead times to improve accuracy
• Monitor and analyze KPIs such as quote turnaround time and win rates to drive continuous improvement
• Maintain accurate records of quotes while ensuring confidentiality of customer and company data

What We’re Looking For

• 3–5+ years of hands-on CNC machining experience (setup and/or programming)
• Experience with ERP/estimating systems and CAD/CAM software (e.g., SolidWorks, Mastercam)
• Strong understanding of machining processes, tooling, and materials
• Ability to read and interpret complex blueprints and GD&T with a high level of accuracy
• Experience factoring in material lead times, supply chain constraints, and cost fluctuations
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple quotes under tight deadlines
• Excellent communication skills and ability to collaborate across teams

Additional Requirements

• Pre-employment drug screening required

Why FK Instrument

• Growing company with strong investment and opportunity for impact
• Collaborative, team-oriented environment
• Work on complex, high-precision components across industries
• Opportunity to directly influence business growth and success

FK Instrument Co, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.