Laser Engineer - Elkton

AUTOKINITON; Elkton (MI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

AUTOKINITON in Michigan is seeking a supervisor to lead Capital Equipment and Laser Optimization projects in the Laser Department. The role defines project timing and performance costs and directs revisions to project scope as needed.

You will interface with other management staff, train technicians, complete SPC charts, ensure MIOSHA safety compliance, and stay current with laser technology to keep the plant competitive.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree (B.S.) from a four-year college or university, or five+ years related experience.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office; basic Microsoft Project; strong written/email communication.
• Experience with QMS and QAD databases.

Responsibilities

• Oversee projects on new equipment in Laser Department.
• Define project timing and performance costs.
• Direct and approve revisions to project scope and timing.
• Interface projects with other management staff.
• Complete SPC charts as needed.
• Train technicians and maintenance on troubleshooting processes.
• Eliminate laser quality spills and keep up with new laser tech.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Microsoft Project

Effective communication

Education

Bachelor's degree (B.S.)

Tools

QMS database

QAD database

Job description

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