Engineering Technician II/III (Graveyard Shift)

SMC Ltd.; Santa Rosa (CA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid holiday and PTO

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) retirement savings

Life and disability insurance

Promotional opportunities

Training and career growth programs

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

SMC Ltd. is seeking an Engineering Technician II/III for the graveyard shift in Santa Rosa, CA. The role supports engineering and production with automated and manual equipment, aiming to improve cost efficiency and process reliability.

Candidates should have 5+ years in regulated manufacturing, strong troubleshooting, and hands-on tool knowledge. The job offers a competitive hourly rate with a shift differential and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum 5 years’ experience as a technician in a highly-regulated manufacturing environment.
• ISO9001 or ISO 13485 preferred.
• Automated and semi-automated assembly processes a must.
• Experience with tightly controlled and defined process steps necessary.

Responsibilities

• Supports Engineering; builds automated equipment in accordance with design specifications.
• Supports Engineering; performs validation of equipment to support internal and external customer.
• Supports Production; ensures seamless operation of complex equipment within validated state and production targets.
• Acts as subject matter expert for operation and adjustment of production equipment.
• Recommends and implement process improvements and corrective actions to include design changes, automation, and equipment improvements.
• Provides technical support for the continual improvement of operation and products, with emphasis on improving competitive advantage and determining appropriate applications of the latest technology that supports that strategic plan.
• Troubleshoots, repairs and fabricates production equipment; welding, cutting, assembly.
• Creates clear and concise standard work instructions appropriate for the end user.
• Analyzes and evaluates manufacturing methods and provides solutions for problems that adversely affect costs, operator safety, productivity, and quality.
• Provides support for other departments as needed.
• Recommends and tests various machinery and equipment for improved manufacturing methods.
• Documents custom equipment and modifications.
• Ensure installation and qualification of standard and custom equipment.
• Implements permanent corrective actions and updates associated processes accordingly.
• Performs all other duties as assigned.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Communication

Problem solving

Computer skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Electrical systems

Mechanical assembly

Hydraulic systems

Pneumatic systems

PLC/CNC equipment

Hand tools (wrenches, screwdrivers, multimeters)

Job description

Engineering Technician II/III (Graveyard Shift)

Full-time Regular Hourly Santa Rosa, CA, US

3 days ago Requisition ID: 3950

Job Description

About Us:

SMC Ltd. is a globally recognized premium supplier to the medical market with locations throughout the world. People committed to speed, technology, and exceptional performance are the cornerstone of our organization. Comprised of dedicated people and decades of manufacturing experience, we have continued to experience strong growth and currently have outstanding career opportunities for equally dedicated people.

Job Summary:

The Engineering Technician III develops and implements optimal, cost-effective manufacturing processes and methods in accordance with product specification and quality standards. Recommend and implements improvements to production processes, methods and controls. Supports high level assembly and molding systems both automated and manual.

• Graveyard Shift: (Mon.-Fri., 11:00 PM-7:30 AM) - $3.00 shift differential will be added to your regular hourly rate for working graveyard shift.

Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Supports Engineering; builds automated equipment in accordance with design specifications.
• Supports Engineering; performs validation of equipment to support internal and external customer.
• Supports Production; ensures seamless operation of complex equipment within validated state and production targets.
• Acts as subject matter expert for operation and adjustment of production equipment.
• Recommends and implement process improvements and corrective actions to include design changes, automation, and equipment improvements.
• Provides technical support for the continual improvement of operation and products, with emphasis on improving competitive advantage and determining appropriate applications of the latest technology that supports that strategic plan.
• Troubleshoots, repairs and fabricates production equipment; welding, cutting, assembly.
• Creates clear and concise standard work instructions appropriate for the end user.
• Analyzes and evaluates manufacturing methods and provides solutions for problems that adversely affect costs, operator safety, productivity, and quality.
• Provides support for other departments as needed.
• Recommends and tests various machinery and equipment for improved manufacturing methods.
• Documents custom equipment and modifications.
• Ensure installation and qualification of standard and custom equipment.
• Implements permanent corrective actions and updates associated processes accordingly.
• Performs all other duties as assigned.

Essential Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum 5 years’ experience as a technician in a highly-regulated manufacturing environment
  • ISO9001 or ISO 13485 preferred
  • Automated and semi-automated assembly processes a must
  • Experience with tightly controlled and defined process steps necessary
• The position is responsible for the maintenance, setup and adjustment of:
  • Electrical and electronic systems
  • Highly mechanical assembly systems and aides
  • Hydraulic and pneumatic systems
  • PLC and CNC controlled equipment
  • Decoration systems utilizing inks and other media
• Must have strong skill in utilizing any number of handheld tools, including, but not limited to:
  • Wrenches/Sockets
  • Screw Drivers/Allen Wrenches
  • Multimeters/Ammeters
  • Wire strippers
• Excellent troubleshooting skills with above equipment and tools. Examples include, but are not limited to:
  • PLC troubleshooting
  • Relay logic
  • Mechanical system analysis
• Ability to exercise strong judgment in analyzing, evaluating and solving problems.
• Must be able to interact and effectively communicate with individuals at all levels of the organization, customers and all vendors.
• Must have strong computer skills to include the knowledge of a variety of computer software applications to include MS Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, IQMS, Acrobat, CAD, etc.

Desirable Qualifications:

• Experience within the medical device industry.
• Previous experience with lean manufacturing concepts.

ADA Requirements:

• Bend, squat, climb, grasp, reach, lift or otherwise move about frequently and for extended periods of time
• Lift, move or otherwise transfer up to 50 lbs. frequently, or more occasionally
• Walk, stand or otherwise move about continuously
• Exposure to typical machine shop physical hazards which may require respiratory protection
• Typically sits, grasps items and performs keyboarding for occasional operation of a computer

What SMC has to offer?

• Clean, Climate-Controlled Environment
• Paid holiday and PTO
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement savings
• Life and disability insurance
• Promotional opportunities
• Training and career growth programs
• Employee Assistance Program

We are committed to fair and equitable hiring with salaries based on relevant factors, such as work experience, education, and certifications. Toward the principle of equal pay for equal work, we post and hire within defined salary ranges. We ask all applicants to review salary ranges for each posted job opportunity, as we will not hire outside the predetermined range.

SMC Ltd. is an equal opportunity employer. M/F/D/V; this organization uses E-Verify.

Hourly Range $26.00 - $35.00 / hour base rate with shift differential

Applicants may be subject to pre-employment screening which may include drug screening, reference checks, employment verifications, background screening and/or skills assessments.