Process Engineering Manager

Position Summary:

This position is responsible for defining, developing, and implementing production processes, including workflow, routing, time standards, defining quality metrics and leading process improvement efforts. Supervises and assigns tasks to and directs technical staff and interns on processes and projects. Leads complex projects.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Perform and oversee Production process development and continual improvement projects. Tasks include appropriate investigations, cost analysis and justifications, equipment selection and installation, purchasing, process validation, installation, and documentation. Develops suitable designs of experiments, budgets and schedules to support these projects. Provides suitable reports and presentations.
• Apply knowledge of electronic assembly processes, Analog’s production capabilities and Lean manufacturing concepts to develop and implement accurate, achievable and competitive production processes. Provide guidance and training to engineers, technicians, interns, and staff on these processes. Actively pursues state-of-the-art knowledge and applies it in these efforts.
• Establishing and improving production capacity, productivity, and quality. Establish appropriate process controls and metrics.
• Develop or oversee manufacturing documentation, such as process specifications, test procedures, and inspection methodology for new PCB and small mechanical assembly processes.
• Develop and provide training to Production personnel during new technology transfer.
• Support Production and customers by resolving issues and problems. Drive continuous improvement, perform root cause analysis, and ensure issue resolution is effective.
• Communicate and coordinate within the Engineering department and with Account Managers, Quality personnel, Materials, and Production to ensure quality of product and services.
• Leads engineering efforts to resolve issues and provide cross-functional solutions to meet customer needs.
• Communicates and resolves issues with customers, officials, and contractors. Acts as company engineering representative at associated meetings.
• Perform mechanical design and floor layout in CAD. Leads efforts to implement these designs and facility updates.
• Supervise Production Engineering personnel. This includes interviewing, hiring, developing, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems. Ensuring direct reports effectively fulfill their job duties.
• Leads efforts to support our Quality Management System (QMS).
• Incorporate and apply Lean Manufacturing concepts in all job functions.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications: (Education, Training, Skills, and Experience)

• Bachelor of Science in Engineering or closely related field such as physics.
• 5+ years of related experience in related manufacturing environment.
• PCBA experience is preferred, not required.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Broad understanding of electronics manufacturing and processes.
• Experience with Lean Manufacturing concepts and implementation.
• Ability to interpret a written or oral instructions and documents furnished in diagrams, CAD files, drawings, and/or other forms.
• Ability to multi-task and set tasks to maintain a schedule.
• High aptitude, level of attention to detail, energy, and good analytical skills.
• Develops and leads complex projects, manages project schedules and leads engineering and cross functional teams.
• Working knowledge of Word, Excel, and CAD required.
• Experience with MRP/ERP systems, especially Epicor software, preferred. AEGIS software experience preferred.