Engineering Village Jobs in Aurora Oregon
15 positions found
Duration:
6-12 Months of contract position
Location: 12345 SW Leveton Drive Tualatin, OR 97062
Pay Rate: $33.00/Hour on W2
Job Description:
- The candidate should be self-directed and be able to work autonomously to complete company goals
- Identify and troubleshoot process, material, or equipment problems to minimize down time and recommend solutions to Recommend solutions to manufacturing engineering and Test & Automation engineering Manufacturing Engineering.
- Basic microcomputer skills necessary to understand the operation and interfacing characteristics of microprocessors.
- This includes I/O and interfacing concepts, software interaction, applications, programming languages, and techniques.
- Experience in PLC operations to include basic system configurations and hardware, data manipulation, data communications, advanced programming commands, interfacing, troubleshooting, application and program development.
- Installs, maintains, dismantles, repairs, overhauls, and rebuilds electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, and electronic equipment and components.
- Promote and support Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement activities in Manufacturing.
- Demonstrate an ability to cope in stressful situations, follow SE policies and procedures, and be committed to the task.
- Assist with hands-on training of manufacturing employees on new products, tooling, equipment, and process revisions.
- Places materials, parts, tools, fixtures, and equipment in proper locations. Keep equipment and work area clean and orderly & Support & promote 5S in the workplace.
- Support & deploy digital tools throughout the factory
- Promote a safety-first culture
- Ability to troubleshoot windows & Linux based technical problems
- Maintain regular attendance in accordance with the current Attendance Policy.
- We know skills and competencies show up in many ways and can be based on your life experience.
- If you do not necessarily meet all the requirements that are listed, we still encourage you to apply for the position.
This job might be for you if:
- 2-year degree in electro-mechanical, electronic technology, or equivalent education AND a minimum of two years of electromechanical work experience OR five plus years of experience in a related field
- Must be familiar with standard recognized troubleshooting practices.
- Must be able to reference National Electrical Codes Must be able to read mechanical blueprints/wiring diagrams or schematics.
Process Technician / Extendable 1-year Contract / Onsite, Tualatin, OR / Day, Swing, & Night Shifts / $33/hr. W2
Responsibilities:
- Performs technical tests and experiments for process engineering within R&D.
- Performs set up of processing equipment.
- Monitors, audits and provides guidance to line operators.
- Processes test runs and prepares records, charts, and graphs of results for presentation to engineering to identify yield problems or test new products.
- Provides technical assistance to process development and engineering personnel.
Required Skills:
- 1+ years of experience in a lab or technical environment.
- Equipment handling - operating and loading wafers.
- Attention to detail and process discipline - consistency on following SOP.
- Effective escalation and collaboration - team work with good communication.
Preferred Skills:
- Associate's Degree (A.S.) in Electronics, Engineering Technology, or a related field.
- Certification from a trade school or technical institute.
Supplier / Vendor Quality Engineer
Tualatin, OR (On-site / Flex)
Duration: 24 months (with possible extensions)
Pay Rate: $42–43/hour
Role Overview
- We are seeking a Supplier / Vendor Quality Engineer to drive supplier quality, process improvements, and new product introduction efforts in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. This role will partner cross-functionally to ensure product quality from development through high-volume production.
Top 3 Skills
- Technical problem solving
- Supply chain / supplier quality management
- Cross-functional project management
Key Responsibilities
- Lead supplier quality initiatives including selection, qualification, and performance improvement
- Manage cross-functional projects from development through production release
- Drive continuous improvement (CIP) to improve yield and reduce defects/contamination
- Conduct root cause analysis (8D, 5 Whys, RCCA) and implement corrective actions
- Apply Six Sigma and statistical methods (SPC, DOE, FMEA) to improve processes
- Coordinate closely with suppliers and internal engineering/manufacturing teams
- Support new product introduction (NPI) and transition to high-volume manufacturing
- Prepare technical reports, documentation, and presentations
Required Skills & Experience
- Strong experience in technical problem solving and data-driven decision making
- Background in supplier quality and supply chain processes
- Proven ability to lead cross-functional projects
Experience with:
- SPC, DOE, FMEA
- Root cause methodologies (8D, 5 Whys, RCCA)
Proficiency in:
- MS Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Project)
- Statistical tools (e.g., Minitab, JMP)
- Strong communication and presentation skills
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with surface treatment, precision cleaning, or contamination control
- Background in high-volume manufacturing (e.g., semiconductor, MEMS, PCB)
- Exposure to process optimization and yield improvement initiatives
Education
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Materials Science, Chemistry, or related field
- Advanced degree preferred
Interview Process
- Initial phone interview
- Technical presentation + panel interview with hiring manager and technical team
What Success Looks Like
- Improved supplier quality and performance
- Increased first-pass yield and reduced variation
- Successful delivery of cross-functional projects
- Strong collaboration across suppliers and internal teams
Pride Global offers eligible employee's comprehensive healthcare coverage (medical, dental, and vision plans), supplemental coverage (accident insurance, critical illness insurance and hospital indemnity), 401(k)-retirement savings, life & disability insurance, an employee assistance program, legal support, auto, home insurance, pet insurance and employee discounts with preferred vendors.
Supply Chain Business Manager
Location: Tualatin, OR
Schedule: On-site 3 days/week, Remote 2 days/week
Contract Duration: 1 Year
Pay Rate: $60-$65/hour
Overview
The Supply Chain Business Manager will drive operational excellence across a global supply chain network. This role supports the Supply Chain Commodity team and is critical in navigating aggressive production ramps and complex supply needs. You will be responsible for managing multiple suppliers and global factory performance across various commodities.
Key Responsibilities
- Plan, schedule, and monitor material movement through the production cycle to support purchasing requirements.
- Define KPIs and track supplier performance to drive continuous improvement.
- Evaluate quality metrics, supplier risk, and supply base performance records.
- Lead process improvements related to procurement, inventory control (JIT, Kanban, Min/Max), and manufacturing strategies.
- Set performance goals with suppliers to meet material delivery forecasts.
- Represent supplier business management across cross-functional teams to solve supply challenges and support customer needs.
- Partner with engineering teams and suppliers to resolve complex issues ensuring on-time delivery.
- Develop documentation such as process flows, presentations, and white papers supporting continuous improvement initiatives.
- Monitor product cost to prevent negative PPV and support cost-reduction efforts.
- Improve supplier manufacturing processes to support quality and on-time delivery.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or related field.
- 5+ years managing global suppliers and commodity categories.
- Strong supplier relationship management experience.
- Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
- Advanced Microsoft Excel skills (Macros, Pivot Tables, VLOOKUP/INDEX-MATCH, dashboards).
- Experience with SAP or other ERP systems.
- Ability to travel up to 10%, domestic and international.
Top Skills
- Advanced Excel (Dashboards, Macros, Analytics)
- ERP Systems (SAP strongly preferred)
- Supplier performance & relationship management
- Complex problem-solving & data-driven decision-making
Interview Process
- 1–2 panel interviews (virtual)
Russell Tobin is a leading minority-owned professional and technical recruitment and staffing advisory organization.
Russell Tobin offers eligible employees comprehensive healthcare coverage (medical, dental, and vision plans), supplemental coverage (accident insurance, critical illness insurance and hospital indemnity), a 401(k)-retirement savings, life & disability insurance, an employee assistance program, identity theft protection, legal support, auto and home insurance, pet insurance, and employee discounts with some preferred vendors.
Job Description
Executive Opportunity: Agency Principal & Equity Owner | Portland Metro
Farmers Insurance - District 24
Farmers Insurance District 24 is seeking a high-caliber business leader to spearhead a new agency location in the rapidly expanding Portland market. This is not a traditional management role; it is a private ownership opportunity backed by the infrastructure of a Fortune 500 brand.
We are looking for an seasoned professional with a proven track record of P&L management, strategic business development, and team leadership to scale a high-value insurance enterprise.
The Value Proposition: Strategic Ownership
This opportunity is tailored for established professionals who wish to transition from corporate leadership to business ownership without the risks of a traditional startup.
* Immediate Equity & Contract Value: Build a salable asset. Unlike corporate roles, you are building equity in your own business for future exit or retirement.
* Capital Support & Incentives: Access a $5,000 startup bonus, exterior branding subsidies, and a multi-year enhanced commission structure designed to accelerate your ROI.
* Portfolio Diversification: Offer a comprehensive suite of risk management solutions including Personal, Commercial, Life, and Financial Services.
* Operational Autonomy: Total control over your schedule, office culture, and strategic direction, supported by a world-class regional mentorship team.
Your Mandate
As the Agency Principal, you will act as the Chief Executive of your firm, focusing on:
* Strategic Growth: Engineering and executing a market-penetration strategy for the Portland Metro area.
* Talent Acquisition: Building, training, and mentoring a high-performing sales and operations team.
* Portfolio Management: Overseeing a multi-line insurance portfolio while maintaining elite standards of client retention and satisfaction.
* Brand Advocacy: Serving as a key community stakeholder and trusted advisor to high-net-worth individuals and local businesses.
Candidate Profile
We are seeking a "builder" rather than a "manager." Ideal candidates will possess:
* Executive Presence: A history of success in sales leadership, executive management, or business ownership.
* Operational Excellence: The ability to manage a sophisticated marketing pipeline and multi-channel sales funnel.
* Regulatory Readiness: Current Oregon P&C and Life/Health licenses, or the executive drive to obtain them within 45 days.
* Financial Integrity: The ability to pass a comprehensive criminal and financial background check.
* Education: A Bachelor's degree is preferred; professional certifications or advanced degrees are a plus.
Total Rewards
* Uncapped earnings potential via one of the industry's most aggressive commission and renewal structures.
* Access to group health, dental, and vision plans.
* Marketing expense reimbursement and lead-generation support.
* Specialized bonuses for Military Veterans and Active Duty members.
Take the Helm of Your Next Venture
If you are ready to leverage your corporate experience into a lucrative, scalable, and community-focused business, we invite you to apply. Company Description
Our district is about having a big heart and a whole lot of hustle. We believe that no one wins alone. If you're looking to be part of a leading group that encourages involvement, sharing, community-focused work, open-minded attitudes towards trying new things, and doing the extra to get ahead, this may be the place for you. Our everyday purpose is to help agency owners succeed. We do it by knowing our people. We also make sure that we are always accessible, stay well-informed, provide consistent training, distribute best practices, know the numbers, celebrate success, support tough times, and inspire confidence.
Company Description
Our district is about having a big heart and a whole lot of hustle. We believe that no one wins alone. If you're looking to be part of a leading group that encourages involvement, sharing, community-focused work, open-minded attitudes towards trying new things, and doing the extra to get ahead, this may be the place for you. Our everyday purpose is to help agency owners succeed. We do it by knowing our people. We also make sure that we are always accessible, stay well-informed, provide consistent training, distribute best practices, know the numbers, celebrate success, support tough times, and inspire confidence.
Job Description
Executive Opportunity: Agency Principal & Equity Owner | Portland Metro
Farmers Insurance - District 24
Farmers Insurance District 24 is seeking a high-caliber business leader to spearhead a new agency location in the rapidly expanding Portland market. This is not a traditional management role; it is a private ownership opportunity backed by the infrastructure of a Fortune 500 brand.
We are looking for an seasoned professional with a proven track record of P&L management, strategic business development, and team leadership to scale a high-value insurance enterprise.
The Value Proposition: Strategic Ownership
This opportunity is tailored for established professionals who wish to transition from corporate leadership to business ownership without the risks of a traditional startup.
* Immediate Equity & Contract Value: Build a salable asset. Unlike corporate roles, you are building equity in your own business for future exit or retirement.
* Capital Support & Incentives: Access a $5,000 startup bonus, exterior branding subsidies, and a multi-year enhanced commission structure designed to accelerate your ROI.
* Portfolio Diversification: Offer a comprehensive suite of risk management solutions including Personal, Commercial, Life, and Financial Services.
* Operational Autonomy: Total control over your schedule, office culture, and strategic direction, supported by a world-class regional mentorship team.
Your Mandate
As the Agency Principal, you will act as the Chief Executive of your firm, focusing on:
* Strategic Growth: Engineering and executing a market-penetration strategy for the Portland Metro area.
* Talent Acquisition: Building, training, and mentoring a high-performing sales and operations team.
* Portfolio Management: Overseeing a multi-line insurance portfolio while maintaining elite standards of client retention and satisfaction.
* Brand Advocacy: Serving as a key community stakeholder and trusted advisor to high-net-worth individuals and local businesses.
Candidate Profile
We are seeking a "builder" rather than a "manager." Ideal candidates will possess:
* Executive Presence: A history of success in sales leadership, executive management, or business ownership.
* Operational Excellence: The ability to manage a sophisticated marketing pipeline and multi-channel sales funnel.
* Regulatory Readiness: Current Oregon P&C and Life/Health licenses, or the executive drive to obtain them within 45 days.
* Financial Integrity: The ability to pass a comprehensive criminal and financial background check.
* Education: A Bachelor's degree is preferred; professional certifications or advanced degrees are a plus.
Total Rewards
* Uncapped earnings potential via one of the industry's most aggressive commission and renewal structures.
* Access to group health, dental, and vision plans.
* Marketing expense reimbursement and lead-generation support.
* Specialized bonuses for Military Veterans and Active Duty members.
Take the Helm of Your Next Venture
If you are ready to leverage your corporate experience into a lucrative, scalable, and community-focused business, we invite you to apply. Company Description
Our district is about having a big heart and a whole lot of hustle. We believe that no one wins alone. If you're looking to be part of a leading group that encourages involvement, sharing, community-focused work, open-minded attitudes towards trying new things, and doing the extra to get ahead, this may be the place for you. Our everyday purpose is to help agency owners succeed. We do it by knowing our people. We also make sure that we are always accessible, stay well-informed, provide consistent training, distribute best practices, know the numbers, celebrate success, support tough times, and inspire confidence.
Company Description
Our district is about having a big heart and a whole lot of hustle. We believe that no one wins alone. If you're looking to be part of a leading group that encourages involvement, sharing, community-focused work, open-minded attitudes towards trying new things, and doing the extra to get ahead, this may be the place for you. Our everyday purpose is to help agency owners succeed. We do it by knowing our people. We also make sure that we are always accessible, stay well-informed, provide consistent training, distribute best practices, know the numbers, celebrate success, support tough times, and inspire confidence.
Here, you’ll do preventative maintenance and minor repairs on the newest and best maintained fleet of vehicles in the industry.
You will help our customers keep their vehicles in shape and on the road.
Whether you’re looking for your first job out of school or have some vehicle repair experience and are looking to switch gears, becoming a Penske Technician may be a great fit for you.
Why is this job awesome? For starters, no day is the same.
You’ll get to work on lots of different types of equipment—not just one manufacturer.
We work hard to get the job done, but we also make sure you have the time you need to do the job right.
Safety and reliability are our top priorities.
Working alongside experienced supervisors and master technicians, we’ll teach you about our vehicle maintenance processes and the cutting-edge technology we use.
And we will make sure you are getting the industry certified training you need to succeed and grow your career.
You’ll learn from the best in the industry.
We also take pride in how clean our facilities are, and we provide you with all the necessary major shop tools.
If you are mechanically inclined or have completed any vehicle repair training, are willing to learn, and interested in a stable career with a lot of opportunity for growth, join our team.
Main Responsibilities: • Making sure vehicles are maintained and safe for our customers • Using Penske’s tools and technologies to log, research and complete repairs, including basic vehicle diagnostics • Doing preventative maintenance repairs—like replacing or rotating tires—and completing vehicle component lubrication and replacement, some electrical system repairs, and cooling system maintenance on gas and diesel engine vehicles • Partnering with your manager to learn new skills using Penske’s technician training and hands-on coaching • Working on other projects and tasks as assigned by supervisor Why Penske is for You: • Competitive starting salary • Shift Premiums
- 2nd ($3.00), 3rd ($4.00) • Career stability • Opportunity for growth • Excellent benefits, including lots of time off • Strong, well-rounded training on a variety of OEM equipment (Penske’s Technician Certification Program is certified as a Continuing Automotive Service Education provider) • Advanced vehicle maintenance technology • Location and schedule flexibility Qualifications: • High school diploma or equivalent preferred; vocational or technical certification in vehicle repair preferred • Basic mechanical aptitude and 1-2 years of automotive or diesel repair experience (preferred) • Valid driver’s license • The ability to solve problems and comfort using tools • Excellent customer service skills and communication skills • The ability to work well as part of a team and outside • Basic computer skills • The associate will be required to understand and comply with specific instructions, guidelines, rules, regulations, or other information established by Penske management • The associate must be able to perform all work adhering to DOT, OSHA, and all Penske safety and maintenance policies; including but not limited to the correct selection and use of appropriate tools, PPE, machine guarding, and established best safety practice.
• Regular, predictable, full attendance is an essential function of the job • As this position requires driving Penske and customer vehicles, it is regulated by the DOT and requires a current driver qualification file to be maintained as required by the role.
The driver qualification file includes: an annual motor vehicle records (MVR) check, a successfully completed DOT Physical, and Safety Performance History records request from prior employers in the last 3 years.
Additionally, CDL holders will have a DOT Drug Screening within 30 days of start and subject to a FMCSA Clearinghouse review.
• Willingness to work the required schedule, work at the specific location required, complete Penske employment application, submit to a background screening (to include criminal checks, past employment and education), the ability to pass a drug screen and physical as required by the Department of Transportation, and potential travel within a near geography for training are required This position is regulated by the Department of Transportation or designated as safety sensitive by the company, and the ability to work in a constant state of alertness and in a safe manner is required.
Associates must have the ability to accept responsibility for their own safety, as well as the safety of others.
Physical Requirements: The physical and mental demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• While performing the duties of this job, the associate will be required to move frequently, stand, walk, climb, bend, and sit for extended length of time throughout their scheduled working period.
• The associate is required to use their hands on a routine and daily basis to grasp, reach, touch, handle, feel, and/or otherwise operate required tools or controls.
• The associate must be able to work safely at heights using applicable ladders and elevated working platforms.
• The associate must be able to safely work in all weather conditions.
• Given the frequent movement of large trucks through the workplace, the associate must be able to see and hear in order to safely navigate the work environment.
• The associate must be able to regularly lift and/or move up to 50lbs/23kg and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100lbs/45kg.
This position also requires the ability to push/pull truck tires on a regular basis that exceed 100 pounds.
Penske is an Equal Opportunity Employer About Penske Truck Leasing/Transportation Solutions Penske Truck Leasing/Transportation Solutions is a premier global transportation provider that delivers essential and innovative transportation, logistics and technology services to help companies and people move forward.
With headquarters in Reading, PA, Penske and its associates are driven by a dedication to excellence and a commitment to customer success.
Visit Go Penske to learn more.
Job Category: Vehicle Maintenance/Mechanics/Technicians Job Function: Truck Maintenance Job Family: Vehicle Maintenance Address: 9255 SW Ridder Rd Primary Location: US-OR-Wilsonville Employer: Penske Truck Leasing Co., L.P.
Req ID: 2602758
Job ID: 520607
Exempt
Oldcastle Infrastructure™, a CRH company, is the leading provider of utility infrastructure solutions for the water, energy, and communications markets throughout North America. We’re more than just a manufacturer of precast concrete, polymer concrete, or plastic products. We’re a trusted and strategic partner to engineers, contractors, distributors, specifiers, and more. With our network of more than 80 manufacturing facilities and more than 4,000 employees, we’re leading the industry with innovation and a safety-first mindset.
Job Summary
The Production Supervisor is responsible for leading a manufacturing production team to work injury-free/incident free in a manufacturing environment. They will provide leadership and direction for their team in a way that motivates them to meet all productivity, safety, and quality goals. They are driven to continually improve performance and embrace changes that will help both their team and company meet production standards. They normally will lead a team of 10-15 team members.
Job Location
- This candidate will be on site at our Wilsonville, OR facility.
Job Responsibilities
- Ensures a safe workplace is maintained and there is a safety mindset in all things we do
- Follows, and ensures others follow, all policies, standards, and safety requirements defined by the company
- Drives safety excellence through promoting employee involvement, ownership, and accountability to proactively eliminate hazards
- Hires, schedules, and supervises full time staff and additional temporary staff
- Provides coaching and corrective feedback timely as well as administers disciplinary processes up to and including termination, as necessary
- Performs timely quarterly and annual reviews for all team members
- Facilitate team development and growth, employee skill development, problem-solving and resolution
- Oversees all process documentation and training program procedures for consistency of operational tasks, and the safety and cleanliness of the workplace
- Ensures a quality product is being produced and all quality processes are being followed
- Works directly with Quality Control, Engineering, and Maintenance, to improve quality, streamline efficiencies and reduce operating expenses
- Tracks productivity for measured efficiency and improvement and operates at or below the budgeted cost for production utilizing lean manufacturing procedures and cross training
- Oversees adherence to inventory control procedures to ensure inventory accuracy goals are constantly achieved
- Assist with troubleshooting and solving production issues
- Performs other duties as requested by management
- Demonstrated leadership in safety & environmental compliance
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills
- Ability to coach, develop and build a strong team of employees
- Strong listening and clear communication skills both written and verbal
- Ability to effectively resolve conflict
- Skilled at working effectively with cross functional teams
- Ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously
- Demonstrated ability to work in a results-oriented environment
Job Requirements
- Minimum one year of supervisory experience required, manufacturing environment preferred
- High school diploma or equivalent required, college degree preferred
- Proficient in Microsoft Office including Word and Excel
- Ability to perform basic mathematical skills such as calculating percentages and volumes
- This job involves the following physical demands: walking, standing, bending, stretching, using hands and fingers to hold, grasp, push, and lift items
- A large percentage of work time is spent in a plant where temperatures can range from cool to hot and noise level can be moderate to high
- Lifting may be required with assistance provided if needed, up to 40lbs
What CRH Offers You
- Highly competitive base pay
- Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs
- Group retirement savings program
- Health and wellness programs
- An inclusive culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion
About CRH
CRH has a long and proud heritage. We are a collection of hundreds of family businesses, regional companies and large enterprises that together form the CRH family. CRH operates in a decentralized, diversified structure that allows you to work in a small company environment while having the career opportunities of a large international organization.
If you’re up for a rewarding challenge, we invite you to take the first step and apply today! Once you click apply now, you will be brought to our official employment application. Please complete your online profile and it will be sent to the hiring manager. Our system allows you to view and track your status 24 hours a day. Thank you for your interest!
Oldcastle Infrastructure, a CRH Company, is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.
EOE/Vet/Disability
- CRH is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.
Supply Chain Business Manager / Contract, 1-year, extendable, W2 only / Tualatin, OR, Hybrid (3 days per week onsite), candidates must be local
Responsibilities:
- Plan, schedule and monitor the movement of materials through the production cycle to determine required materials purchases.
- Obtain materials using engineering and production schedules to maintain inventory at planned levels (i.e., Just in Time purchases, use of EOQ - Economic Order Quantities).
- Resolve discrepancies.
- Create and maintain bill of materials and parts/commodities numbers in supply chain management or other enterprise-wide systems.
- Ensure material standards are met and non-conformances or variances are approved and/or minimized.
- Develop specifications for new contract orders.
- Gather quotations, examine bids and make awards.
- Monitor cost, schedule and scope of assigned subcontracts to assure best quality at best value.
- Evaluate vendor reliability and develop new supply sources where vendors and suppliers are no longer competitive.
JAE Oregon, Inc. is hiring for a Manufacturing Engineer with an emphasis in Electroplating. We are a manufacturer of Automotive Connectors. The ideal candidate will have 5+ years of electroplating experience with an Engineering degree, or other equivalent experience.
SUMMARY
This position assists in the development, implementation and maintenance of manufacturing methods in the manufacturing department.
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Assists in the development, implementation and maintenance of manufacturing methods in the manufacturing department that meet all applicable safety and environmental requirements.
- Determines and develops the method, operation, sequence, and tooling for the fabrication of parts, components, subassemblies and final products.
- Assists in developing manufacturing guides, procedures and illustrations.
- Estimates manufacturing costs and time standards.
- Provides guidance to production operations and assists production areas on new techniques.
- Maintains records for coordination of manufacturing operations.
- Complies with Company and area safety policies and practices.
- Supports the training programs throughout the departments.
- Supports and fosters active participation in, and complies with, corporate values as outlined in the Corporate Values and Expectations Handbook and complies with the Management Systems Manual.
- Provides technical review of nonconforming articles and participates in corrective action resolution activities.
- Supports other company activities where requested.
- Awareness of job related environmental impacts.
- This position reports directly to the Systems Compliance Manager for all assigned CAPAs, during the time when the CAPAs remain open.
JOB SCOPE
The Plating Manufacturing Engineer is responsible for engineering support, process development, control, and continuous improvement for the following plating methods and configurations.
- Reel-to-Rell plating systems
- Coil-to-Coil plating systems
- Vibratory Barrel (Vi-Barrel) plating systems
- SBE (Spouted Bed Electroplating) systems
- Manual Barrel plating lines
This role supports plating on both Red metals and Aluminum substrates, including but not limited to terminal pins, contacts, and precision connector components.
RESPONSIBILITY
The Plating Manufacturing Engineer provides technical ownership and process expertise for the following plating layers and process sequences including Zincate(aluminum pre-treatment), Copper, Nickel, Tin, Tin-Copper (SnCu), Gold and Silver.
REQUIRED SKILLS, EDUCATION, AND EXPERIENCE
- Four-year college degree in an appropriate engineering discipline or equivalent required.
- 5-7 years related experience in a manufacturing environment.
- Ability to assist in developing, implementing, and maintaining manufacturing procedures and processes.
- Familiarity with applicable safety and environmental regulations.
- Demonstrated project management and leadership skills.
- Demonstrated proficiency in specifying equipment and tool design requirements and troubleshooting complex equipment and tooling.
- Good interpersonal and communication skills required.
- Computer proficiency required, should include Microsoft Word, Excel and Project, as well as AutoCAD and other analysis programs.
- Ability to read and understand blueprints, drawings, schematics, sketches and written instruction.
REQUIRED COMPETENCIES
- Ability to apply appropriate knowledge and understanding of theoretical and practical engineering methods, a well as existing and emerging technologies, to design, develop and improve manufactured products, processes, systems and services.
- Ability to provide technical leadership to all levels of JAE employees and provide necessary information in a timely manner to appropriate individuals.
- Ability to ensure that adequate equipment and procedures are implemented that enable processes to maintain product outputs that meet specification.
- Ability to take responsibility for continuously developing own technical and interpersonal skills and communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
- Ability to demonstrate a personal commitment to professional standards, recognizing obligations to company, safety of employees, and the environment.
- Ability to engage in creative and innovative development of engineering technology and the continuous improvement system.
- Ability to identify, review, and select techniques, procedures, and methods to undertake engineering tasks.
- Working understanding of ISO9001/ IATF16949/ ISO14001 and VDA 6.3.
REQUIRED TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES
- Strong understanding of electrochemical plating principles
- Practical knowledge of plating bath chemistry, additives, and solution control.
- Experience troubleshooting complex platins defects under production conditions.
- Ability to balance chemistry, equipment, and mechanical interaction effects.
- Comfort working directly on the production floor in live plating environments.
- Ability to communicate technical issues clearly to operators, technicians, suppliers and leadership.
PHYSICAL AND MENTAL DEMANDS
- Must be mobile and be able to move freely throughout the manufacturing department.
- Must be capable of using a personal computer.
- Must understand written and verbal communication in English.
- Must have complex problem analyzing and solving skills.
- Must be able to handle multiple and diverse priorities and be able to work in diverse environments.
- Must be able to relate to others beyond giving and receiving instructions.
- Must be able to perform high school level four-function math, simple statistical analyses, and basic engineering calculations.
- Must be able to lift a minimum of 20 pounds.