Advanced Operations Engineer

Waseyabek Development Company Llc; Michigan; On-site; USD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Safari Circuits, LLC. is seeking an Advanced Operations Engineer in Otsego, MI. The role leads NPI and process development, serving as the technical interface between customers, program management, and manufacturing to ensure quality, cost, and delivery objectives.

The ideal candidate has a bachelor’s in engineering and 5+ years in electronics manufacturing, with knowledge of IPC standards and experience in regulated environments (medical, aerospace, defense).

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Electrical, Mechanical, Manufacturing) or related field.
• Minimum 5+ years in electronics manufacturing with NPI experience.
• Experience with IPC-A-610 and J-STD-001 preferred.
• Knowledge of Lean and Six Sigma methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Lead NPI and process development to transition concepts to production.
• Interface between customers, program management, and manufacturing.
• Develop process flows, work instructions, and tooling needs.
• Support first builds, pilot runs, and ramp-up; drive yield improvements.

Skills

NPI process leadership

Problem-solving

Analytical thinking

Cross-functional collaboration

Manufacturing process optimization

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Tools

ERP/MRP systems

MES systems

IPC standards knowledge

Job description

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Advanced Operations Engineer

Full Time Professional Otsego, MI, US

About Safari Circuits

At Safari Circuits, we believe our drive for a family-like culture makes a positive impact on our team and the quality of products we produce. We manufacture Printed Circuit Board Assemblies (PCBAs) for the global electronics market. We are a growing business, and we meet the stringent regulatory demands of medical, military, and defense fields. Founded in 1985, Safari Circuits provides world-class electronics development and manufacturing services to our customers and has a proven track record of creating stability within our ever-growing team. We are ready to shape a stronger future for our company and invest in your success.

Job Summary

The Advanced Operations Engineer leads new product introduction (NPI) and process development efforts to ensure products are successfully transitioned from concept to full-scale production. This role serves as the technical interface between customers, program management, and manufacturing to ensure quality, cost, and deliveryobjectivesare achieved.

Responsibilities:

SMT Process & Equipment Operation

• Lead technical activities for new product introductions fromquotethrough production release
• Conduct Design for Manufacturability (DFM)
• Develop manufacturing process flows, work instructions, and tooling requirements
• Support first builds, pilot runs, and production ramp-up
• OptimizeSMT, through-hole, box build, and test processes
• Drive yield improvement, scrap reduction, and process capability
• Support root cause investigations and corrective actions
• Partner cross-functionally with Quality, Supply Chain, Program Management, and Production
• Interface with customers on technical and manufacturing topics

Preferred Qualifications and Character Traits:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering(Electrical, Mechanical, Manufacturing, or related field)
• 5+ years of experience in electronics manufacturing
• Experience supporting NPI in a contract manufacturing environment
• Knowledge of IPC standards (IPC-A-610, J-STD-001)
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Experience in regulated industries (Medical, Aerospace, Defense)
• Familiarity with ISO 9001 and/or ISO 13485
• Experience with Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies
• Knowledge of ERP/MRP and MES systems

EEO Statement

Safari Circuits, LLC. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Native American & Veteran Hiring Preferences will be applied in accordance with Waséyabek Development Company policy. We are committed to making merit-based hiring decisions. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, citizenship, marital status, height or weight, veteran status, or any other legally protected category.