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Schafer Industries is a premier supplier of off-highway axles and differentiated precision gearing solutions. Established in 1934, Schafer Industries has locations in South Bend, IN, Roscoe, IL, Fredericktown, OH and Blacklick, OH. Schafer Industries is one of the few manufacturers of integrated axle solutions in the off-highway electric vehicle market. Schafer serves customers in a variety of end markets including off-highway vehicles, recreational vehicles, aerospace, defense, oil & gas, material handling, powertrain, electric mobility, heavy duty trucking, agriculture, and construction. Our mission is to leverage world class capabilities to deliver superior products and services to maximize the value for our customers, employees, shareholders, and communities.
Job Summary
Provides technical and operational assistance to assigned machining areas by reviewing, preparing, and overseeing necessary documents, tools, and programs. Coordinates efforts with Production Supervisor.
Essential Functions:
- Ensure the timely setup and operation of gear grind machines by:
- Reading work orders and specification sheets before starting the job.
- Properly powering up and down the machine.
- Loading and unloading parts.
- Ensuring proper tooling for each machine.
- Preparing required tooling for the upcoming work orders.
- Troubleshooting setup or production run problems.
- Tracking tool locations and recommending improvements based on experience.
- Standardize tooling on all similar machines
- Checking parts on Gleason Gear Checker without having to wait for quality.
- Report grinding wheel inventory weekly to insure stock to Production Supervisor and Gear Engineer.
- Ensures all parts are to the required specifications by:
- Maintaining and continuously improving the quality of parts produced.
- Reading blueprints, sketches, Quality docs, to ensure parts are produced to acceptable limits.
- Verifying conformance of finished work piece specifications.
- Following and maintaining ISO and Schafer procedures.
- Ensure the operational effectiveness of all assigned equipment by:
- Conducting all assigned and necessary preventative maintenance procedures daily.
- Starting and observing machine operations to detect malfunctions or out of tolerance machining and adjusts machine controls as required.
- Working with maintenance on machines (and equipment) and testing operations of unit to ensure functionality and performance.
- Conferring with engineers, production personnel, programmers or others to resolve machining problems.
4. Responsible for supporting the Schafer Business Process by:
- Maintaining and continuously improving productivity of assigned machines.
- Continuously looking at tool life and new tooling to cut costs on tools.
- Reducing downtime of machines setups
- Maintaining the 6S program in assigned area.
- Supporting all Schafer policies and procedures.
- Reporting to the Supervisor when assignments cannot be completed or cannot hit the book rate.
- Providing input and assistance with the implementation of quality improvements.
- Resolving problems.
- Performing other job-related duties as required.
- Helping evaluate job applicant's knowledge for the cell prior to Schafer hiring.
- Passing along vital information that pertains to the existing job to the next shift.
- Training new personnel in the operation of assigned machines.
- Assisting and/or training in other cutting/grinding operation areas as needed.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities
- Requires physical ability and stamina to perform the essential functions of the position, including the ability to walk, stand, lift, carry up to 40 pounds, push, kneel, bend, stoop, reach over and under waist level, twist for extended periods of time on cement or other hard surfaces, etc.
- Demonstrates the verbal and written communication skills necessary to complete forms and take messages in a legible, accurate manner.
- Two-year certification from technical school and/or.
- Paid training to gain experience in Gear Grind set-ups and running of production.
- Must be able to communicate in English.
- Ability to use a computer.
Working Conditions:
- Air conditioned/heated manufacturing facility with possible exposure to noise; dust; fumes; physical, chemical, and biohazards; solvents, oils, and detergents.
- This job is to be performed at the designated facility 100% of the time unless directed otherwise by manager/supervisor.
Company Description
C-B Gear & Machine, Inc. has been delivering high-quality gear systems and services at competitive prices since 1952. With in-house engineers, the company specializes in new gear design, reverse engineering, custom turnkey projects, and precision bevel gears. Their gearbox repair team brings decades of experience in reconditioning, repairing, and rebuilding various gearboxes. As a recognized “heavy-duty” gear producer, C-B Gear serves industrial markets such as petrochemical, refining, oil & gas, power, asphalt, cement, pulp & paper, and steel. Operating out of Houston, TX, the company proudly serves clients both nationwide and internationally.
Key Responsibilities
Sales, Quoting & Customer Support
• Prepare and issue quotations for gear manufacturing, gearbox repair, and related machining services.
• Respond to customer inquiries regarding gear manufacturing, gearbox repair, and machining capabilities.
• Communicate pricing, lead times, and scope of work to customers.
• Follow up on quotations to secure orders and maintain customer relationships.
• Coordinate with customers regarding project requirements, schedules, and technical questions.
• Maintain ongoing relationships with customers and support repeat business.
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Technical Review
• Review customer drawings, specifications, and gearbox assemblies to determine scope of work.
• Advise customers on manufacturability and repair options.
• Assist customers in identifying replacement gears or gearbox repair solutions.
• Evaluate gearbox failures and recommend repair approaches when required.
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Estimating & Job Planning
• Develop manufacturing routers and job travelers for production.
• Determine machining processes required (turning, hobbing, shaping, grinding, heat treat, etc.).
• Estimate labor hours, materials, and subcontract services.
• Work with engineering and production to confirm manufacturing feasibility.
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Documentation & Reporting
• Prepare gearbox inspection and failure analysis reports when required.
• Maintain records of quotes, job specifications, and technical communications.
• Ensure proper documentation is available for production and quality control.
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Required Skills
• Strong understanding of gear manufacturing and gearbox repair
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings
• Experience preparing manufacturing quotes and estimates
• Knowledge of machining processes and gear terminology
• Strong customer communication and sales skills
• Ability to translate technical requirements into manufacturing scope.
Essential Functions
- Articulate and promote customer benefits of technology and value that Murphy Technology Solutions provides customers.
- Have a clear understanding of grade control activities and applications that take place on customer job sites.
- Install, calibrate, and prepare machine control systems and verify optimal performance prior to machine delivery.
- Support and diagnose customer issues with machine control systems or jobsite grade management and perform repairs.
- Set-up base and rovers and localize jobsites as needed.
- Support Precision Construction Sales Specialists with technical questions
- Deliver customer and internal training for machine control and grade management.
- Maintain technology and industry knowledge and expertise.
- Maintain inventory of grade control systems, components, and tools.
- Collaborate with our team on new products and continuous improvement opportunities.
- Keep up to date on competitive offerings and differences.
- Assist with other duties assigned and directed by corporate management within the framework of Murphy Tractor and Equipment Company, Inc.’s objectives.
- Able to communicate effectively and professionally.
- Strong focus on customer service.
- Strong knowledge of Grade Control Solutions and construction equipment technology.
- Good skills in operating vehicles and equipment used for demonstration purposes.
- Able to maintain a standard operating Driver’s License.
- Strong attention to detail.
- Able to work effectively in a team environment.
- Self-Motivated
- Able to meet commitments and deadlines.
- Able to complete required documentation and reports in a timely manner.
- Able to perform multiple tasks simultaneously.
- Able to work a flexible schedule as needed.
· Able to organize and prioritize numerous tasks and complete within time constraints.
· Demonstrates openness to new procedures, technology and structure.
Employee must be able to do occasional lifting of up to 60 lbs., crawl and climb on/under heavy equipment, walk over construction/excavation sites (irregular terrain), stoop, bend, kneel, twist and stand for extended periods of time. Employee must be able to operate a motor vehicle day and night and will be asked to travel long distances with some nights out (estimated 50% travel).
· Prior Sales, Service, or Vocation/Technical degree and/or equivalent work experience or training in grade control is preferred.
· Candidates must have valid work authorization and be able to work in the U.S. without company sponsorship.
Murphy Tractor & Equipment Co., Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
We are seeking a skilled and safety-conscious Copper Brazing Technician to join our manufacturing team. This role is responsible for performing precision brazing of copper components, interpreting blueprints, operating torches (Oxygen/Acetylene), and ensuring high-quality standards in product assembly. The technician will follow controlled brazing procedures/work instructions, maintain required documentation/traceability, and support leak/pressure testing and rework verification as part of production builds.
Key Responsibilities:
- Join copper components by heating them and applying filler metal to create strong, leak-proof bonds.
- Interpret blueprints and written instructions to ensure accurate assembly and placement of copper parts.
- Operate single- and dual-tip torches safely and effectively, maintaining precise heat control throughout the brazing process.
- Clean, prepare, and assemble copper pipes and fittings prior to brazing.
- Follow strict safety procedures, including proper handling of compressed gases and maintaining a safe, organized workspace.
- Operate and monitor brazing furnaces and other related equipment as needed to support production.
- Assist with basic equipment maintenance and promote good housekeeping practices in your work area.
- Apply fluxing techniques to chemically remove oxides, provide a protective barrier against atmospheric gases, and facilitate the flow and wetting of filler metals.
- Monitor joint temperature visually during brazing.
- Utilize induction heating as an alternative method when appropriate.
- Follow documented brazing procedures/work instructions, complete travelers, and record in-process/finish inspection results.
- Maintain cleanliness of tubing/lines (cap/plug open lines as required) and prevent contamination/foreign material during assembly.
- Set up and perform dry nitrogen purge during brazing when required to minimize internal oxidation/scale and maintain internal cleanliness.
- Select and use appropriate filler metals, fluxes, and joint configurations based on drawings/specifications and approved processes.
- Support pressure/leak testing per specification; troubleshoot leaks/defects, perform approved rework, and verify repair effectiveness.
- Troubleshoot brazing defects (e.g., porosity, lack of fill, overheating, pinholes) and support root-cause/corrective action with Quality/Engineering.
- Use approved temperature indicators and measurement tools (e.g., temperature crayons/IR thermometer/fixtures) when required to ensure repeatable joints.
- Comply with site hot-work controls (e.g., hot-work permits, ventilation, and fire-watch requirements) as applicable.
Essential Skills & Knowledge:
- Brazing Techniques: Solid understanding of copper brazing processes and applications (3 years minimum).
- Torch Handling: Proficiency in using oxy-fuel and other torches with precision (3 years minimum).
- Blueprint Reading: Ability to interpret technical drawings and specifications.
- Metallurgy: Knowledge of metal properties to ensure proper bonding and joint integrity.
- Fluxing Knowledge: Understanding of flux behavior and its role in joint preparation and filler metal flow.
- Induction Heating: Familiarity with induction brazing equipment and its safe operation.
- Safety Awareness: Strong commitment to safety procedures and proper use of equipment.
- Attention to Detail: Meticulous work habits to ensure high-quality, leak-proof joints.
- Manual Dexterity: Fine motor skills for handling small parts and performing intricate tasks.
- Qualification/Certification: Must be able to qualify and maintain brazer qualification to ISO 13585:2012 (or equivalent) per company procedure, as required for the product/process.
- Process Discipline & Documentation: Ability to follow controlled procedures/work instructions and accurately complete travelers, inspection records, and traceability requirements.
- Cleanliness & Purge Practices: Understanding of internal cleanliness requirements and nitrogen purging practices for copper piping assemblies when specified.
- Leak Test & Rework Skills: Experience supporting pressure/leak testing, diagnosing failures, and executing approved repair/rework processes.
- Filler Metal/Flux Selection: Working knowledge of common copper brazing filler metals/fluxes and the impact of joint fit-up, heat input, and position on joint quality.
- Positional/Tight-Access Brazing: Ability to braze in multiple positions and within constrained assemblies while maintaining joint quality.
Preferred Certifications:
- AWS B2.2 (or equivalent) for brazing qualification.
- ISO 13585:2012 (or equivalent) brazing qualification.
- EPA Section 608 (preferred if the role interfaces with refrigerant circuits; or ability to obtain as required).
Preferred Experience:
- Experience in HVAC/R, industrial refrigeration, heat exchanger, or chiller manufacturing environments.
- Experience working in a regulated production environment requiring documentation, traceability, and defined acceptance criteria.
We are seeking a skilled and safety-conscious Copper Brazing Technician to join our manufacturing team. This role is responsible for performing precision brazing of copper components, interpreting blueprints, operating torches (Oxygen/Acetylene), and ensuring high-quality standards in product assembly. The technician will follow controlled brazing procedures/work instructions, maintain required documentation/traceability, and support leak/pressure testing and rework verification as part of production builds.
Key Responsibilities:
- Join copper components by heating them and applying filler metal to create strong, leak-proof bonds.
- Interpret blueprints and written instructions to ensure accurate assembly and placement of copper parts.
- Operate single- and dual-tip torches safely and effectively, maintaining precise heat control throughout the brazing process.
- Clean, prepare, and assemble copper pipes and fittings prior to brazing.
- Follow strict safety procedures, including proper handling of compressed gases and maintaining a safe, organized workspace.
- Operate and monitor brazing furnaces and other related equipment as needed to support production.
- Assist with basic equipment maintenance and promote good housekeeping practices in your work area.
- Apply fluxing techniques to chemically remove oxides, provide a protective barrier against atmospheric gases, and facilitate the flow and wetting of filler metals.
- Monitor joint temperature visually during brazing.
- Utilize induction heating as an alternative method when appropriate.
- Follow documented brazing procedures/work instructions, complete travelers, and record in-process/finish inspection results.
- Maintain cleanliness of tubing/lines (cap/plug open lines as required) and prevent contamination/foreign material during assembly.
- Set up and perform dry nitrogen purge during brazing when required to minimize internal oxidation/scale and maintain internal cleanliness.
- Select and use appropriate filler metals, fluxes, and joint configurations based on drawings/specifications and approved processes.
- Support pressure/leak testing per specification; troubleshoot leaks/defects, perform approved rework, and verify repair effectiveness.
- Troubleshoot brazing defects (e.g., porosity, lack of fill, overheating, pinholes) and support root-cause/corrective action with Quality/Engineering.
- Use approved temperature indicators and measurement tools (e.g., temperature crayons/IR thermometer/fixtures) when required to ensure repeatable joints.
- Comply with site hot-work controls (e.g., hot-work permits, ventilation, and fire-watch requirements) as applicable.
Essential Skills & Knowledge:
- Brazing Techniques: Solid understanding of copper brazing processes and applications (3 years minimum).
- Torch Handling: Proficiency in using oxy-fuel and other torches with precision (3 years minimum).
- Blueprint Reading: Ability to interpret technical drawings and specifications.
- Metallurgy: Knowledge of metal properties to ensure proper bonding and joint integrity.
- Fluxing Knowledge: Understanding of flux behavior and its role in joint preparation and filler metal flow.
- Induction Heating: Familiarity with induction brazing equipment and its safe operation.
- Safety Awareness: Strong commitment to safety procedures and proper use of equipment.
- Attention to Detail: Meticulous work habits to ensure high-quality, leak-proof joints.
- Manual Dexterity: Fine motor skills for handling small parts and performing intricate tasks.
- Qualification/Certification: Must be able to qualify and maintain brazer qualification to ISO 13585:2012 (or equivalent) per company procedure, as required for the product/process.
- Process Discipline & Documentation: Ability to follow controlled procedures/work instructions and accurately complete travelers, inspection records, and traceability requirements.
- Cleanliness & Purge Practices: Understanding of internal cleanliness requirements and nitrogen purging practices for copper piping assemblies when specified.
- Leak Test & Rework Skills: Experience supporting pressure/leak testing, diagnosing failures, and executing approved repair/rework processes.
- Filler Metal/Flux Selection: Working knowledge of common copper brazing filler metals/fluxes and the impact of joint fit-up, heat input, and position on joint quality.
- Positional/Tight-Access Brazing: Ability to braze in multiple positions and within constrained assemblies while maintaining joint quality.
Preferred Certifications:
- AWS B2.2 (or equivalent) for brazing qualification.
- ISO 13585:2012 (or equivalent) brazing qualification.
- EPA Section 608 (preferred if the role interfaces with refrigerant circuits; or ability to obtain as required).
Preferred Experience:
- Experience in HVAC/R, industrial refrigeration, heat exchanger, or chiller manufacturing environments.
- Experience working in a regulated production environment requiring documentation, traceability, and defined acceptance criteria.
Jabil is seeking experienced CNC Machinists to set up and operate 3, 4, and 5 axis CNC mills or CNC lathes with live tooling and without.
SHIFTS AVAILABLE
1st: 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM
2nd: 3:00 PM - 1:30 AM
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
- Safely perform all tasks.
- Work from blueprints, engineering drawings, set up instructions, job instruction sheets (JIS), and verbal instructions to fabricate a variety of machined components
- Inspect parts using precision measuring tools such as micrometers, dial indicators, calipers, bore gages, diameter & groove gages, and height gages.
- Operate a variety of CNC Mills or Lathes and other hand and power machines.
- Assemble cutting tools.
- Maintain 6S requirements in work area.
JOB QUALIFICATIONS & KNOWLEDGE REQUIREMENTS
- Blueprint reading including Geometric Dimensioning & tolerancing
- Understand G and M codes/Mazatrol
- Capable of performing some heavy labor, ability to lift 50-75 lbs.
- Good communication skills (verbal and written)
- Good working knowledge of hand measuring and inspection tools
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
- High School/GED or higher education, preferred
- 2+ years' experience as a machinist; familiarity with CNC, Lathe and manual machines a plus
- Mazak Mill, Integrex, or other multi-axis machining experience, preferred.
- Or an equivalent combination of education, training or experience.
This position requires use of information which is subject to compliance with the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). To conform to U.S. Government export regulations/ITAR, applicant must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.
Looking for a career with a great company? We have opportunities available in Liverpool, NY for Truck Drivers and Warehouse Associates.
Attend our hiring event where well provide you with information about our team and the open positions below.
Our leadership team looks forward to meeting you!
When: October 12th, 10am - 5pm
Where: 4560 Morgan Place
Liverpool, New York 60;13090
What we offer:
Competitive pay
Comprehensive benefit plan (medical, dental, vision, short/long term disability, life insurance and more)
Retirement benefits
Paid time off (vacation, holidays, PTO and sick)
Employee Discount Programs
Paid training
Opportunities for growth and career advancement
We have the following positions available:
Class A or B CDL Truck Driver (Home Nightly) - $21.00/hr with a $5,000 Sign-on Bonus ($3,000 payable at 90 days and $2,000 at 1 year).
- Responsible for safely and efficiently operating a vehicle to deliver hardgoods, compressed cylinders, and associated products.
Cylinder Processor (Warehouse Associate) - $20.00/hr
- Responsible for performing duties associated with filling, labeling & preparing low pressure packaged gas cylinders and maintaining the cryogenic liquid filling system.
Praxair Distribution, Inc., a Linde Company, Praxair Distribution, Inc. is the worlds largest industrial gas company. We take pride in making our plant more productive with products, services and technologies that include high-performance surface coatings as well as specialty, medical, and process gases. For more information, please visit us at the job fair or at 60; qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other reason prohibited by applicable law.
The Gear Grind Machinist at Triumph Geared Solutions - Macomb is responsible for the operation and basic maintenance of Gear Grind machines in the Gear Grind Department. The Gear Grind Machinist must be able to produce high-quality products according to Triumph Gear Systems Gear Grind Department operations manual.
Duties/Responsibilities
- Clock in & out of appropriate job operations
- Read, interpret, and apply information from engineering drawings
- Adhere to job plans per job travelers
- Set-up multiple types of jobs
- Operate CNC Gear Grind Equipment (Using CBN form wheels & dressable grit wheels)
- Basic Maintenance of CNC gear grind machines (KAPP, Hofler, Klingelnberg)
- First part quality inspections
- Use precision measurement equipment (Use of micrometers, MBW & MOW checks)
- Consistently produce quality parts. (Understanding of gear terminology. LEAD, SPACING, PROFILE Etc.)
- Adhere to directions and instructions of direct supervisor
- Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- Post-secondary CNC related certificate or degree preferred.
- Minimum of 2 years of Gear Grind operations
- Ability to read, understand and correctly interpret blueprints, planning and manufacturing specifications.
- Thorough understanding of or the ability to quickly learn production equipment.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Physical Requirements
- Ability to use hand tools.
- Physical ability to operate and repair machines.
- Prolonged periods of standing, walking, bending, or stretching
- Work may require bending, carrying, lifting to fifty (25) pounds, pulling, pushing, and standing.
- Assistance is required for lifting over 25 pounds.
Triumph Offers Outstanding Benefits, Including:
- 15 Days Paid Time Off (annual allotment), Prorated PTO based on date of hire
- Company Paid Holidays
- Volunteer PTO Program
- 2nd Shift hourly positions receive 15% shift Premium
- Health Insurance starting on your first day
- Company Paid Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability, Life Insurance, Accidental Death, and Dismemberment (AD&D)
- Paid Parental Leave
- Employee Assistance Program
- 401(k) Match (75% match up to 6%)
- Company Employee Relations Team Events (i.e., Holiday Party, Family trunk or treating, Car Show and much more!)
- Recognition and Service Award Programs
- Educational Assistance Program
- Employee Referral Program
- Onsite Fitness Center - Free!
- Climate controlled environment
Our Vision:
As one team, we enable the safety and prosperity of the world.
Our Mission:
We partner with our Customers to TRIUMPH over their hardest aerospace, defense, and industrial challenges to deliver value to our stakeholders.
Our Values:
- Integrity - Do the right thing for our stakeholders. We value safety, diversity, and respect.
- Teamwork - Win as One team-one company. Solicit help and assist others.
- Continuous Improvement - Pursue zero defect quality. Attack problems and relentlessly raise the bar.
- Innovation - Passion for growing the business. Lead through ingenuity and entrepreneurship.
- Act with Velocity - Partner, anticipate and communicate. Proactively solve problems.
Code of Conduct:
To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the TRIUMPH behaviors captured within our core values: Integrity, Teamwork, Continuous Improvement, Innovation, and Act with Velocity. Detailed definitions are below and performance metrics for each behavior can be found on our intranet and is embedded within our Performance Management processes. All employees are expected to represent the values and maintain the standards contained in TRIUMPH's Code of Conduct.
Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS):
Employees are responsible for the Health, Safety, and Welfare of themselves, the environment, and other people. All employees must comply with EHS policy training and instructions, help to maintain a safe and clean working environment, and use any Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) provided by the Company. Employees must report any accidents, incidents, and near misses to management. Additionally, employees are expected to notify management of any dangerous or potentially dangerous situations or practices.
Additional Information:
Triumph is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability.
SELECT US positions require access to technology, materials, software or hardware that is controlled by US export laws including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (\"ITAR\") and the Export administration Regulations (\"EAR\"). In order to be eligible for applicable positions, you must be a US Person under ITAR or eligible for approval for a U.S. Government export license. A US Person is a US Citizen, Lawful Permanent Resident, refugee or asylee. All inquires related to citizenship are asked solely to comply with ITAR and EAR export licensing requirements.
U.S. applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without company sponsorship.
Please contact us if you require assistance in applying for TRIUMPH and we will provide reasonable accommodations via [email protected].
Job DescriptionAt Boeing, we innovate and collaborate to make the world a better place.
We're committed to fostering an environment for every teammate that's welcoming, respectful and inclusive, with great opportunity for professional growth.
Find your future with us.
Boeing Commercial Airplanes is excited to offer opportunities for an Electronic Technician
- Precision Machine Tool Maintenance to join our Equipment Services team in various locations across Washington State.As an Electronic Technician specializing in Precision Machine Tool Maintenance, your role will involve the installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of electronic and electrical systems in precision machine tools, where attention to detail and adherence to safety protocols are paramount.
You will be responsible for diagnosing and resolving issues in complex systems, ensuring that all equipment operates efficiently and meets stringent specifications.
Your commitment to quality will be reflected in your ability to collaborate with various teams, maintain accurate records, and comply with all regulatory requirements.You will play a critical role in upholding our commitment to safety and quality standards, ensuring that all operations meets regulatory compliance and operational excellence.
If you are detail-oriented, possess strong technical skills, and thrive in a collaborative environment, we invite you to apply and be a part of our mission to deliver excellence in aviation.Position Responsibilities:Install, maintain, troubleshoot, repair, and rework electronic and associated electrical systems of precision machine tools and other manufacturing equipment, ensuring compliance with original equipment manufacturer specifications.Troubleshoot communication protocols to facilitate the transmission and receipt of information between various machine tool and production systems.Utilize open computing architecture to diagnose issues in integrated machine tool and production systems, determining appropriate repair actions.Write and edit programs to support maintenance activities, including alignments and ballbars, using knowledge of high-level programming languages.Develop test programs and loops to troubleshoot equipment movement for repeatability and accuracy.Comply with all Federal, State, and Company regulations while performing duties.Collaborate with other crafts to assist in troubleshooting outside the central control system as needed.Diagnose malfunctions in systems and components, determining corrective actions to restore optimal operating efficiency.Communicate relevant information to succeeding shifts using management-approved methods.Work with lower-classification employees on maintenance, installation, repair, retrofit, modification, calibration, adjustment, and testing of precision machine tools and subsystems.Maintain equipment records, logs, and updates, preparing reports and schedules as required.Plan jobs by coordinating equipment, tools, drawings, and procedures to facilitate job completion.Ensure system configurations comply with FAA and accreditation requirements.Possess working knowledge of software programming languages (e.g., Boolean, ladder, C+, C++) and numbering systems (binary, octal, hexadecimal).Understand electronic theory, computer and networking architecture, microprocessors, and discrete components.Use various computing systems and test equipment (e.g., oscilloscopes, meters, laser interferometers, ballbars) to test and adjust electronic components and systems.Collaborate with Management, Engineering, Equipment Manufacturers, and Vendors to analyze and recommend improvements for facility and equipment design.Maintain and utilize schematics, blueprints, wiring diagrams, technical documents, and applicable specifications and codes.Develop and use electronic, electrical, and electromechanical test equipment and measuring devices as required.Perform tasks associated with other job classifications when necessary to complete assignments.Obtain and maintain applicable licenses, certificates, and certifications.Troubleshoot and maintain electronic control devices, spindle systems, sensors, servo systems, PID loops, transducers, feedback technologies, magnetic devices, and electrostatic discharge systems.Repair digital electronics, serial/parallel bus transmission systems, high-frequency circuitry, analog devices, and printed circuit boards.Physical Demands and Potential Hazards:Perform physical tasks that include lifting weights ranging from 10-15 lbs.
to 15-35 lbs.Engage in various movements such as reaching, handling, turning, twisting, lifting, lowering, climbing, balancing, bending, kneeling, crouching, and squatting.Work in environments that may involve contact with metals, solvents, and coolants.Operate in proximity to moving parts and tools, sharp cutters, and potential slipping hazards.Adapt to varying noise levels and atmospheric conditions.Utilize personal safety gear to protect face/eyes, hands/arms, and feet while performing job duties.This position is expected to be 100% onsite.
The selected candidate will be required to work onsite at one of the listed location options.This position must meet Export Control compliance requirements, therefore a "US Person" as defined by 22 C.
F.
R.
§ 120.62 is required.
"US Person" includes US Citizen, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asyleeResumes of current Puget Sound Boeing employees submitted via "Find Jobs" in Boeing/Workday will be considered as this job is not installed in QTTP (Quality Through Training Program).Basic Qualifications : 3+ years of electronic/electrical experience in any of the following fields: machine tool maintenance, industrial electronic and/or electrical maintenance field, or military electronic/electrical system maintenance.
1+ years' experience troubleshooting programmable logic controllers (PLC) OR Functionally Equivalent Control Systems, such as related fields including military, shipboard, aircraft support, weapons systems, or industrial automation platforms.Ability to work at heights up to 125 feet above ground level and pass Fall Protection Training.Preferred Qualifications:Experience working in manufacturing or industrial setting maintaining and troubleshooting equipment.Experience reading and interpreting drawings, specifications, material processes, schematic and diagrams.Experience working around 3 phase, industrial voltages 480v, 277v, 208v.Ability to work around electromagnetic fields as a result of various types of production equipment.Conflict of Interest: Successful candidates for this position must successfully complete the Company's Conflict of Interest (COI) assessment process.Typical Education & Experience:High school graduate or GED preferred.Relocation: This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility.Drug Free Workplace:Boeing is a Drug Free Workplace where post offer applicants and employees are subject to testing for marijuana, cocaine, opioids, amphetamines, PCP, and alcohol when criteria is met as outlined in our policies.Union Representation Statement:This is an hourly position governed by the International Association of Machinists (IAM-751) Collective Bargaining agreement.Shift Work Statement : This position is for a variety of shifts .
Working in other shifts and/or overtime varies based on business needs.Total Rewards & Pay Transparency:At Boeing, we strive to deliver a Total Rewards package that will attract, engage and retain the top talent.
Elements of the Total Rewards package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities.The Boeing Company also provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and a number of programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work.The specific programs and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.Pay : $47.00/hour, with potential to earn up to $62.45/hour in accordance with the terms of the relevant collective bargaining agreement.Applications for this position will be accepted until Mar.
30, 2026Language RequirementsEnglish PreferredRelocationThis position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility.Visa SponsorshipEmployer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.ShiftThis position is for variable shiftEqual Opportunity Employer:Boeing is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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We are seekinga Director Design, Development, and Sourcing Fish & Hunt Hard Goods & Gear to join the Orvis Team! Strongest preference is for someone in our Sunderland, VT office regularly. For candidates not local to Sunderland, expectation is one week/month in Sunderland.
As a Director Design, Development, and Sourcing Fish & Hunt Hard Goods & Gear, you play a pivotal role in leading the design and development of our most innovative and technologically advanced fly fishing and hunting hard goods — work grounded by deep, first-hand angling experience, field knowledge, and real-world testing, not just concept or CAD. You are responsible for overseeing the entire product lifecycle from concept to launch, focusing on innovation, quality, and market trends within the fishing tackle and hunting industry. This role combines technical expertise in materials and engineering with creative direction and team management. You will be a key leader on the Product Team, comprised of 2 direct reports as well as the lead designer of all reels, waders, and wading boots. You will partner with our Product Leadership Team to create clear roles and responsibilities, define our new processes, and identify opportunities for simplification and efficiency. As a leader of multiple team members, you will inspire, guide, teach and elevate your team – owning their professional development and career paths.
Position Interfaces:
This position reports to our Vice President of Product Design, Development, Sourcing, & Import Compliance and interfacing with multiple areas including merchandising, inventory management, marketing, finance, sourcing, wholesale, retail operations, manufacturing and ownership of the company. It is a director role that involves supervision of the Fish/Hunt Hard Goods product design, development/sourcing team. This is an exempt/ salary position.
Responsibilities:
- Lead a customer-obsessed Fish and Hunt Hard Goods Product Design & Development/Sourcing Team
- Lead a culture of partnership, communication, and collaboration across the organization
- Strategic Leadership: Develop and implement a strategic plan for new product design and development that aligns to deliver the Assortment Strategy, thus ensuring alignment with market and customer needs as well as company and financials goals, specifically target retail, AUC and IMU across all Fish/Hunt Hard Goods products.
- Design Inspiration – Lead the Hardgoods / Innovation Design Kickoff, the Design “blank canvas” to push the Orvis brand forward and ensure that we are leaders in innovation.
- Design Partnership – Partner and collaborate with Soft Goods Designer on seasonal
- Design Kick Off, DDR and Line Adoption Meetings to ensure a One Orvis Design POV
- Product Lifecycle Management: Oversee all phases of product design and development for Fish & Hunt Hard Goods, from initial concepting and prototyping to field testing and manufacturing to on time product launch. Ensure that the Hardgoods PDD and Sourcing team is prepared on time for all milestones and inspire cross functional partners across all Hardgoods to prepare milestones and ensure they happen on time.
- Deliver the Line: Ensure that the products agreed upon through the Design Kickoff and Assortment Strategy deliver on time and are discussed at DDR 1, 2 and Final Line Adoption. Aim for 90% of products aligned upon launch on time.
- People Management - Coach the team by providing consistent and candid feedback to ensure great partnership and collaboration with cross functional partners. Guide team to have effective communication and influence decision making. Hold the team accountable for milestone preparation and on-time delivery of product.Inspire the team to make decisions in milestones to reduce swirl and to keep all key partners up to date.
- People Development – Develop and empower direct reports by coaching and mentoring to build skills and support individual career development
- Mentorship: Provide mentorship to associates within the organization.
- Market and Trend Analysis: Utilize expert knowledge of fishing and hunting techniques, gear preferences, and market trends to identify new opportunities and guide/influence product design decisions and to deliver an industry-leading Design Kickoff.
- Collaboration and Communication: Work closely with cross-functional teams including leadership, marketing, sales, and customer service to ensure a cohesive user experience and effective product positioning, most importantly at key milestones.
- Vendor Management: Partner closely with our vendors to negotiate product pricing, ensuring financial goals are met – ensure vendors are clear on product design requirements within the cost parameters set to meet retail and IMU targets
- Budget Management – Partner closely with the Vice President of Product Design, Development, Sourcing, & Import Compliance to ensure accurate operating expense budget forecasting and adherence to budgeted monthly/annual cost spend
- Calendar Management - Partner closely with the Vice President of Product Design, Development, Sourcing, & Import Compliance to refine, enforce and adhere to seasonal development calendar dates and milestone meetings
- Quality Control: Responsible for the overall quality of the final product as measured by return rates and/or product recalls.
- Steward of the brand – Partner with Marketing and Brand Amplification team to align regular travel to regional training events, sales meetings, key wholesale accounts and industry trade shows. Knowledgeable of product performance, durability, and regulatory standards and maintain a continuous pulse on industry trends and competitors.
- Proactively recommend and/or execute new processes, procedures, SOPs to provide clarity and simplification for the Product Team
- Support the Vice President of Product Design, Development, Sourcing, & Import Compliance and Chief Product & Creative Officer with projects and initiatives that benefit the entire organization
- Manage internal testing of all products in a way that is consistent with our brand standards
- Accountable for our field-testing program to ensure 90-day field testing is complete prior to SMS sample ordering PO placement
- Accountable for on-time delivery of photography, tradeshow, marketing and SMS rep samples
- Partner closely with Vice President of Product Design, Development, Sourcing, & Import Compliance to influence our manufacturing and vendor placement for Fish/Hunt Hard Goods Orvis branded products.
- Create relationships across our all-product categories to ensure we deliver a One Orvis experience for our customers.
- As a Director, think beyond your function.Proactively anticipate and solve problems that are One Orvis challenges. Give leverage to the leaders around you by taking on projects or solving problems that go beyond your function, therefore giving time back to those around you.
Competencies and Requirements:
- Education: A strong background in mechanical engineering or industrial design
- Technical Expertise: Deep knowledge of fishing rod, reel, wader, boot, packs, bags, apparel materials, design tools, and manufacturing processes.
- Leadership: Proven leadership skills to guide teams, inspire innovation, and manage complex projects.
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate across departments and partner in problem solving.
- Problem-Solving: Strong capacity for creative problem-solving and finding innovative solutions for design and production challenges.
- Real-world Experience: Practical, real-world fishing experience and an understanding of angler needs
- 10+ years of Product Design & Development experience with a proven track record of helping to create a positive, supportive and inspiring work environment
- 5+ years of experience managing a team with a proven track record of excellent leadership, collaboration, and coaching skills.Ability to inspire, support, coach, teach and direct team – and the ability to know which is needed in each situation. Empathetic, supportive, and direct leadership style.
- Highly proficient in cost estimating with baseline inputs, understand relationship between like for like style, COO, duties and freight
- Strong organizational, prioritization and time management skills with exceptional attention to detail
- Management of the team for on schedule design and development of best-in-class Orvis branded products
- Efficiency: reduced spin and reduced need for communication outside of milestones by maintaining process and calendar discipline
- Quality as measured by returns and recalls, as well as feedback from customers, sales personnel in retail and wholesale, and the endorsed guide network
- Margin rate, cost of goods and sourcing strategies for Orvis branded products
- Increase in sales and gross margin dollars
About Orvis:
In 1856, Charles Orvis founded the Orvis Company in Manchester, Vermont, offering the finest fly fishing equipment, and priding himself on customer satisfaction and service. Today, along with our world famous fly-fishing gear, Orvis offers distinctive clothing, home furnishings, gifts, and dog products. Each item is rooted in our heritage of authenticity and the outdoors, and is backed with a no-questions-asked guarantee. With our flagship retail store located in the same Vermont village as the original store since 1856, we offer experience and knowledge that no other retail company can. Each day we strive to apply what we know and learn to bring our customers even better service and products tomorrow.
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