Manufacturing Engineering Technician

VulcanForms; Harvard (MA); On-site; USD 34,440 - 57,859; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Equity package

Job summary

VulcanForms Inc. in Devens, MA is seeking a Manufacturing Engineering Technician to provide hands-on technical support for Production teams.

You will help with project implementations, process development, commissioning and troubleshooting of post‑process equipment, and data collection to drive improvements. The role requires 3+ years in a hands-on manufacturing role, strong manufacturing knowledge, and experience with new process/equipment deployment.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of hands-on experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes and operations.
• Experience supporting deployment of new processes and equipment.
• Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing techniques.

Responsibilities

• Support improvement projects to enhance product quality and scrap reduction.
• Develop, implement, and maintain processes for parts, components, sub-assemblies, and final assemblies.
• Collaborate with Production Associates to resolve methods, tooling, equipment, and design issues.
• Apply data-driven root cause and corrective action tools to drive solutions.
• Assist in product cost reduction initiatives.
• Promote safety by identifying issues and following company safety policies.

Skills

Hands-on manufacturing

Lean Manufacturing

Equipment implementation

Root-cause analysis

Process development

Job description

Job Purpose

As a Manufacturing Engineering Technician at VulcanForms Inc., Devens, MA, your main objective will be to provide hands‑on technical support for the Production teams. You will be responsible for supporting engineering project implementation and process improvements. This work includes process development, commissioning and troubleshooting of post‑process equipment and various forms of data collection. The ideal candidate will be well‑versed in the components of manufacturing operations and will have a willingness to embrace the company’s health and safety guidelines to achieve the highest standards and a safe work environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the improvement projects for product quality by identifying manufacturing issues, developing cost‑effective solutions including scrap reduction.
• Develop, implement, and maintain processes for manufacturing parts, components, sub‑assemblies, and final assemblies.
• Work with Production Associates to resolve manufacturing and quality problems related to methods, processes, tooling, equipment, and product design.
• Use data‑driven root cause and corrective action tools to drive solutions.
• Support product cost reduction projects.
• Ensure the safety of all associates by identifying safety issues and taking measures to proactively address concerns and adhere to the safety policies and procedures.

Qualifications

• 3+ years’ experience in a hands‑on technical role in manufacturing.
• Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes and operations.
• Experience in supporting the implementation of new processes and equipment.
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing techniques.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in Metal Additive Manufacturing.
• Experience qualifying equipment for medical manufacturing.
• Hands on machining experience.

VulcanForms offers a competitive salary and equity package. Actual compensation is based on factors such as the candidate's skills, qualifications, and experience. In addition, VulcanForms provides comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance; generous paid time off; and a 401(k) plan with company match.

The hourly pay range for this position is $25–$42.