Laser Engineer

Silk Road Technologies Canada; Elkton (MI); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Silk Road Technologies Canada in Elkton, Michigan, seeks a Manufacturing Process Engineer to optimize laser equipment and reduce downtime to meet OA targets. The role focuses on equipment projects, process improvements, and cross-functional coordination in a fast-paced manufacturing setting.

The ideal candidate has a BS and 5+ years in manufacturing/quality roles, strong technical skills with MS Office, MS Project, and QMS/QAD systems, plus excellent communication and teamwork abilities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree (B.S.) from four-year college or university or 5+ years related experience.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office at an intermediate level.
• Microsoft Project experience at a beginner level; effective email and communication skills required.

Responsibilities

• Oversees new equipment projects in the Laser Department.
• Defines project scope, timing, and performance costs.
• Gives direction and approves revisions to project scope and timing.
• Interfaces with other management staff on projects.
• Responsible for Buyoff at tool shop of laser fixtures and programs.
• Completes SPC charts as needed.
• Trains technicians on troubleshooting processes.
• Ensures MIOSHA and safety procedures are followed.

Skills

Effective communication

Education

Bachelor's degree (B.S.) from four-year college or university

Tools

Microsoft Office

Microsoft Project

Job description

Tracking Code

11062

Position Type

Full-Time/Regular

POSITION SUMMARY:

This position responsibility is specific to ensuring that the engineered process and equipment is aligned to the production requirements ensuring the least amount of machine downtime is achieved targeting an OA of 95%

JOB TASKS & RESPONSIBILITIES:

The following job/task functions have been identified as the core functions of this position. However, the supervisor or manager may assign additional duties associated with this position.

Capital Equipment:

• Oversees projects on new equipment in Laser Department.
• Defines project in regards to timing and performance cost.
• Gives direction and approves revisions to project scope and/or timing.
• Interfaces/introduces projects to other management staff.

Laser Optimization:

• Defines project in regards to timing and performance cost.
• Gives direction and approval for revisions to project scrap and timing.
• Interfaces and introduces projects to other management staff.
• Responsible for Buyoff at tool shop of laser fixtures and programs.
• Complete SPC (Statistical Process Control) charts as needed.
• Provides direction to production technical support to improve production processes to reduce scrap or costs.
• Trains technicians and maintenance personnel on proper trouble shooting process.
• Eliminate quality spills from lasers.
• Keeps "up to date" on new technology available in the market and educate personnel on it's use.
• Creates and proposes new ideas on making the plant more competitive in the market.

Other:

• Performs all duties and operates machinery & equipment according to MIOSHA standards and company procedures using required safety equipment (gloves, sleeves, ear plugs, etc.)
• Able and willing to work any shift assigned, weekends and overtime
• Regular and predictable attendance required
• Assumes other duties as directed by supervisor
• Responsible for reading and understanding the TS16949 and ISO-14001 procedures

JOB QUALIFICATIONS

REQUIRED EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor's degree (B. S.) from four-year college or university; or five years plus related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Technical Skills:

Ability to work with the following software packages or programs:

• Microsoft Office at an intermediate level
• Microsoft Project at a beginning level
• Effective email and electronic communication skills are required

Ability to work with the following data base programs and/or hardware:

• QMS database at an intermediate level
• QAD database at an intermediate level

Ability to work with the following tools or machinery

• Micrometers
• Calipers

PHYSICAL DEMANDS, WORK ENVIRONMENT AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS

Duties include but are not limited to stand, walk, twist, bend, lift, see, talk and hear, with the ability to work in a manufacturing environment.At plant site locations, employees may be exposed to moving mechanical parts, vibration or hazardous materials.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by associates assigned to this position.They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, qualifications, or working conditions.