Engineering Technician - Manufacturing

Engineering Technician

• Manufacturing

POSITION SUMMARY

The Engineering Technician is responsible for supporting and improving manufacturing operations through process development, documentation, training, equipment support, and continuous improvement initiatives. This role works closely with Production, Manufacturing Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain, and R&D to ensure manufacturing processes are efficient, repeatable, and properly documented. The Engineering Technician develops and maintains manufacturing methods, supports new product introduction, assists with equipment implementation, and helps drive improvements in safety, quality, cost, and throughput.

POSITION DUTIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Support manufacturing operations by troubleshooting process, equipment, and production issues. Identify and execute continuous improvement initiatives focused on safety, quality, cost reduction, and throughput improvement. Lead and participate in kaizen events and other process improvement activities. Develop, document, and maintain manufacturing procedures, work instructions, visual aids, and best practices. Create and maintain manufacturing methods, routings, bills of material, and part number structures within the ERP system. Work closely with Production Supervisors to train new and existing employees in manufacturing processes, equipment, and standard work. Support new product introduction (NPI) activities by partnering with R&D Engineering to develop manufacturing methods, tooling, work instructions, and production readiness plans. Assist with process validation and implementation of new manufacturing techniques and technologies. Support installation, qualification, and implementation of new manufacturing equipment and tooling. Assist with preventative maintenance programs and equipment reliability initiatives. Analyze manufacturing data and production trends to identify opportunities for improvement. Support root cause investigations and corrective action efforts related to quality, safety, and production issues. Participate in cross-functional teams to improve manufacturing performance and product quality. Assist in fixture, tooling, and workstation design to improve ergonomics, productivity, and consistency. Maintain accurate engineering documentation and revision control records. Support manufacturing engineering projects and strategic operational initiatives as assigned. Perform other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

Associate's degree in engineering technology, Manufacturing Technology, Mechanical Engineering Technology, or equivalent experience 2-5 years of manufacturing, engineering technician, maintenance, or process improvement experience preferred. Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills. Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, bills of material, and technical documentation. Experience with ERP systems, Microsoft Office, and manufacturing documentation. Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills. Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

KEY SUCCESS FACTORS

Process expertise and technical problem-solving. Continuous improvement mindset. Strong attention to detail and documentation discipline. Ability to train and influence others. Effective collaboration across Production, Engineering, Quality, and Supply Chain.

Physical Requirements:

The physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The employee is regularly required to use hands and fingers to handle or feel objects, tools or controls. Constantly

• required to stand for long periods of time, walk, and reach with hands and arms. Occasionally required to climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; talk or hear. Constantly
• lift and/or move up to 50 pounds without assistance. Frequently
• lift and/or move up to 100 pounds with assistance. Occasionally
• lift and/or move more than 150 pounds with assistance.

Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Job Type:

Collateral•

Duty Schedule:

8 hour shift Day shift Monday to

Friday Pay:

$28.00

• $32.

00 per hour

Benefits:

Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Retirement plan Vision insurance Application Question(s): Are you willing to undergo a background check?

Education:

Associate (Preferred)

Experience:

Manufacturing Environment:

1 year (Preferred)

ERP Systems:

1 year (Preferred) Ability to

Commute:

Whitinsville, MA 01588 (Preferred)

Work Location:

In person