Manufacturing Engineer

Donatech Corporation; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Donatech Corporation in Fort Wayne is seeking a specialist to create and convert manufacturing work instructions and procedures, aligning with LEAN assembly principles and client-assembly processes, guiding operators through soldering, coating and related tasks. The role plans operation sequences, specifies tool fabrication, and improves processes while balancing requirements and economic evaluation.

Strong communication and CAD/MES experience are valued; 4+ years in electronics/manufacturing;

Qualifications

• Design and write manufacturing work instructions and procedures.
• Plan operation sequences for assembly, soldering, coating.
• Support LEAN process improvements and workflows.
• Ensure compliance with safety and quality standards.
• Communicate clearly with cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Create, maintain and improve work instructions (AWI, OSOPs).
• Plan sequence of operations and fabricate tools.
• Provide feedback to build and design processes.
• Support quality and safety audits.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

MS Office

Self-motivation

Attention to detail

Team player

Electronics background

Education

Associate degree

Tech certificate

Mech/Elec degree

Tools

CAD

MES system

Job description

Position would require the candidate to be a W2 employee of Donatech.

US Citizenship Required.

Specialized assignment focused on creating manufacturing work instructions and procedures, converting them from current instruction system. Complete assignments to improve manufacturing processes and procedures, based on LEAN assembly principles. Plans sequence of operations and specifies procedures for assembly, Client-assembly, soldering, component removal/installation, coating and otherwise preparing basic material, exercising judgment in compromising between conflicting requirements, economic evaluation of methods and operator effectiveness and comfort. Design sequence of operations and specifies procedures for the fabrication of tools and equipment and other functions that affect product performance.

SAFETY

• Maintain compliance to all aspects of Safety
• Proactively maintain a safe working environment
• Comply with audits

QUALITY

• Promote a culture of 100% quality

PROCESS EFFICIENCY

• Provide direct feedback to build and design processes

PRODUCT COMPLIANCE

• Create, maintain and improve work instructions (e.g., planning, AWI, OSOPs)

• 1. Strong interpersonal and communication (written and verbal) skills.
• 2. Personal computer skills- Proficient Microsoft Office (Excel and Word)
• 3. Demonstrated self-motivation and ability to work independently
• 4. Attention to detail
• 5. Ability to work in a fast paced team environment.

• 1. Production background/electronics background
• 2. Basic knowledge of fundamental concepts, practices, and procedures of a relevant field of specialization. (Electronics or manufacturing environment)
• 3. Experience with CAD or other types of visual aids.
• 4. Experience in creating detailed work instructions. Using an MES-type system.
• 5. Technical certificate or College degree in Mechanical or Electrical disciplines.

Minimum 4 years work experience required.

Associate's Degree, or equivalent four years work experience