Manufacturing Engineer I

Amphenol Network Solutions, Inc in; Liberty Lake (WA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Retirement with match

Flexible Schedules

Holiday Pay

Job summary

Amphenol Network Solutions is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer I to improve assembly and test efficiencies, reduce costs, and influence product design with early engineering feedback. You will support daily manufacturing needs and apply Lean principles on the shop floor in Liberty Lake, WA.

The role emphasizes collaboration across Engineering, Quality, and Supply Chain, with opportunities to contribute to cost reductions and process improvements while working in a fast-paced production

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or related technical field.
• 0-3 years of engineering experience in a low volume/high mix manufacturing environment.
• Packaging experience is a plus.
• Optical Fiber experience is a plus.
• Lean Manufacturing/ 5S/Six Sigma experience is a plus.
• Small-scale Automation and/or Robotics experience is a plus.
• Strong Technical Writing skills are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Work collaboratively with production personnel to facilitate daily production objectives and Continuous Improvement.
• Using Lean Manufacturing Methodologies, collaborate with Product Management and Operations to determine optimum production processes to maximize efficiency and profitability.
• Facilitate strategic product development by helping to lead projects through the New Product Introduction process.
• Coordinate the internalization of manufacturing documentation.
• Convert engineering designs into documents used by production groups to fabricate products.

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering or related technical field

Tools

SolidWorks

Microsoft Office

Job description

Manufacturing Engineer I (Finance)

ABOUT US

Amphenol Network Solutions, headquartered in Liberty Lake, WA is a division of Amphenol Corporation, based in Wallingford, CT. Amphenol is one of the largest manufacturers of interconnect products in the world with a global vision to connect people with technology. Amphenol Network Solutions have been leading the industry with a high-quality, seamless product portfolio of fiber distribution, cable management, power, racks, passives, and enclosures. Our markets include IT Datacom, Mobile Devices, Mobile Networks, and Broadband. Additionally, Amphenol Corporation serves Industrial, Automotive, Commercial Aerospace, and Military markets. Our goal is simple - develop leading technologies that enhance the performance of our customers' products, systems, and networks. Recently we were recognized as one of the Best Places to Work in the Inland Northwest! Coming to work every day is a choice and when you like the people you work with and the environment you work in, it's an easy choice. If you are looking to work with a group of people you would describe as innovative, hard-working, passionate, honest, and fun-loving you have found it!

POSITION SUMMARY

Amphenol Network Solutions Manufacturing Engineer II position is focused on improving assembly and test efficiencies, reducing manufacturing costs and impacting product design with sound engineering feedback early in the design process, and supporting the daily needs of the product assembly areas. The Manufacturing Engineer role interacts with all levels of the organization and demonstrates a commitment to Lean principles and Continuous Improvement.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Work collaboratively with production personnel to facilitate daily production objectives and Continuous Improvement
• Using Lean Manufacturing Methodologies, collaborate with Product Management and Operations to determine optimum production processes to maximize efficiency and profitability
• Facilitate strategic product development by helping to lead projects through the New Product Introduction process
• Coordinate the internalization of manufacturing documentation
• Convert engineering designs into documents that can be used in the various production groups to fabricate products
• Generate Engineering Change Orders to drive product design improvements (Drawing and BOM revisions)
• Generate Manufacturing Drawings using 3-D modeling software (Solid Works)
• Generate Assembly and Packaging Work Instructions using Microsoft Excel
• Assist in the development of process improvements through design/specification and fabrication of fixtures and special tooling
• Lead projects associated with the assembly of fabricated components to assist in the successful and efficient completion of Finished Goods
• Provide or generate data to support cost reduction projects
• Provide production assembly time estimates for new products, and refine existing assembly time estimates for current products
• Actively participate in DFM/DFMA analysis, working closely with product development engineering.
• Assist the Quality department with the evaluation of product issues, driving changes as required through Engineering Change Orders
• Assist the Quality and Supply Chain departments when working through supplier manufacturing concerns
• Other duties as assigned

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or related technical field is required
• 0-3 years of engineering experience in a low volume/high mix manufacturing environment involving sheet metal parts or components fabrication is required
• Packaging experience is a plus
• Optical Fiber experience is a plus
• Lean Manufacturing/ 5S/Six Sigma experience is a plus
• Small-scale Automation and/or Robotics experience is a plus
• Strong Technical Writing skills are a plus

LANGUAGE AND PEOPLE SKILLS

Amphenol Network Solutions' culture is an open, lean, and challenging team environment. To continue to make our model successful, we need people that can communicate effectively, want to make those around them and themselves better, and to thrive on satisfying the customer and competing in the market.

COMPUTER SKILLS

The engineering platform is Windows based; experience with Microsoft Office and SolidWorks are preferred.

PHYSICAL & MENTAL DEMANDS

We encourage the engineering team to be hands on in prototyping, daily production activities, and the implementation of improvement projects; thus, we prefer you are able to lift up to 50 pounds and be comfortable in a shop environment. You may have occasional travel. Engineering is also a thinking job and thus you must be able to sit at a computer or stand and observe activities for extended periods of time without issue. Willingness to work the occasional nonstandard time after hours preferred.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

This position requires you to mix your time between an innovative office environment and a fast paced production floor. The office areas are environmentally controlled; the shop is a compact light and heavy metal assembly facility along with product kitting and fiber product assembly and integration. Regular and predictable attendance is required.

COMPENSATION

Pay Range: $60,000 - $75,000/year Status: Non-Exempt Please note that the salary information shown above is a general guideline only. Salaries are based on the candidate's experience, qualifications, and work location.

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• HSA/FSA accounts
• Critical Illness
• Hospital Indemnity
• STD
• LTD
• Life
• AD&D
• Retirement with match
• Flexible Schedules
• Holiday Pay
• Vacation Pay
• Sick Pay

QUALITY STATEMENT

Amphenol Network Solutions is committed to delivering an extraordinary customer experience that meets or exceeds our customer's requirements and satisfaction as we continually improve the effectiveness of our Quality Management System. ANS is an equal employment opportunity (EEO) employer and will not discriminate against any employee or applicants because of his or her race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, military status, marital status, genetic information or any other reason prohibited by law. Additionally, it is and shall continue to be our policy to provide promotion and advancement opportunities in a non-discriminatory fashion.ANS complies with applicable local, state, and federal statutes governing "equal employment opportunity" and nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, and transfers.