Engineering Technician - 1st Shift

KYOCERA AVX Greenville LLC; Fountain Inn (SC); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Fountain Inn is looking for an Engineering Technician for the 1st shift. The role involves troubleshooting electrical equipment and supporting electrical test processes in manufacturing. Candidates should have an Associate's Degree in Engineering Technology or extensive experience in a related field. Responsibilities include running experiments, data collection, and ensuring compliance with process specifications. This position offers a chance to work in a collaborative environment with potential for cross-training in non-electrical areas.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Intermediate MS Excel skills, able to analyze data.
• Ability to read technical reports and write clear memos.
• Working knowledge of basic arithmetic and statistics.
• Aptitude for troubleshooting electronic components.

Responsibilities

• Run experiments as requested by management.
• Monitor process compliance with specifications.
• Collect and summarize data for supervisor.
• Identify and solve manufacturing problems.
• Write technical reports and process specifications.

Skills

MS Excel

Technical report writing

Data analysis

Troubleshooting

Basic electricity and electronics

Mechanical aptitude

Education

Associate's Degree in Engineering Technology

High School Diploma with 5+ years experience

Tools

Laboratory test equipment

Job description

Overview

PRIMARY FUNCTION: This is a 1st Shift position, working Monday - Friday, 7am - 3pm.

The Engineering Technician provides assistance to engineering in resolving process and/or equipment problems. Works with production to resolve manufacturing problems to ensure that process specifications are followed. Run engineering tests and experiments; collects data; reports results.

This role will support electrical test processes in GVL manufacturing, including products associated with Custom Assembly, Hi-Rel Finishing and High-Fire/Low Fire Group A. Responsibilities include troubleshooting, repairing, and outlining preventative maintenance for electrical equipment. The engineering technician will update and maintain SOPs pertaining to the electrical test processes. The technician will also be cross-trained in non-electrical areas to provide backup for critical tasks across related processes.

Responsibilities

• Plan, run and test experiments as requested by management/engineering.
• Run equipment as necessary on the production floor to support development operations.
• Hand and eye coordination for inspection under magnification, microscope or magnifier.
• Collect and summarize data for supervisor.
• Identify and solve manufacturing problems with limited supervisor assistance.
• Write memos, technical reports and process specification revisions.
• Monitor process for compliance with process specs and report discrepancies.
• May handle hazardous waste.

Requirements

• Associate’s Degree in Engineering Technology or other related technological field of study plus a minimum of 1 year experience in a manufacturing environment, or High School Diploma with 5+ years’ experience in a related field.
• Intermediate MS Excel skills, including ability to analyze data in spreadsheets. Able to perform simple data entry and use word processor software.
• Working knowledge of basic arithmetic, negative numbers, power & roots, decimals and fractions, algebra and basic statistics.
• Ability to read and understand technical reports, process specifications, and office correspondence. Able to write clear and understandable memos and procedures.
• Technical Skills: Able to use or learn the use of basic laboratory test equipment and to train others to its use.
• Working knowledge of basic electricity, electronics and circuits.
• Mechanical aptitude sufficient to understand the detailed operation of production machines.
• Aptitude for troubleshooting and ability to obtain expertise in the production of electronic components.

EEO Statement

Kyocera-AVX is an Equal Opportunity Employer: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.