Process Engineer

El Camino Health; Stafford (CT); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401K

Paid time off

Job summary

TTM Technologies, Inc. is seeking a quality professional to review supplier quality data, set control points, and drive process improvements. You will ensure conformance to drawings, specifications, and industry standards, with a focus on AS9100 and NADCAP compliance.

This role supports FAIRs, production tooling, and continuous improvement initiatives, collaborating with suppliers and internal teams. A BS in engineering is required, with strong analytical and communication skills and the ability

Qualifications

• BS Engineering Degree (Mechanical/Electrical/Industrial/Manufacturing) or equivalent experience.
• Proven analytical and problem solving skills with data interpretation.
• Ability to interpret blueprints, drawings, and specifications.
• Strong communication, planning, and organizational skills.
• Willingness to work up to 10 hours a day, 5 days a week; weekend flexibility.

Responsibilities

• Review supplier quality data and nonconformances; dispositions of suspect parts.
• Define control points in manufacturing processes and implement quality inspection plans.
• Ensure product is assembled with Quality Built In and inspected to standards.
• Interact with customers, suppliers, and management on quality concerns.
• Support First Article Inspection (FAIRs) and other quality systems; apply AS9100/NADCAP knowledge.
• Assist in training associates and provide real-time production process tweaks.
• Lead cost-effective process improvements and monitor SPC data for corrective actions.

Education

BS Engineering Degree (Mechanical/Electrical/Industrial/Manufacturing) or equivalent experience

Job description

TTM Technologies, Inc. – Publicly Traded US Company, NASDAQ (TTMI) – Top-5 Global Printed Circuit Board Manufacturer About TTM TTM Technologies, Inc. is a leading global manufacturer of technology products, including mission systems, radio frequency(“RF”) components, RF microwave/microelectronic assemblies, and technologically advanced printed circuit boards(“PCB”s). TTM stands for time-to-market, representing how TTM's time-critical, one-stop design, engineering and manufacturing services enable customers to reduce the time required to develop new products and bring them to market. Additional information can be found at www.ttm.com We’re always looking for talented individuals to join our team. Whether you’re an experienced manufacturing professional or just starting your career, TTM offers a supportive workplace where all skillsets can thrive.

Why Join Us?

At TTM, we believe in offering our employees an environment where they can make a real impact on the work we do. Here’s a look at what we provide our employees to set them up for success. Career Development: We invest in your growth – our Operator Advancement Program supports your goals. We provide operators and assemblers at all levels the opportunity to certify their skills and build their career with us up to 3 times a year by applying to the OAP program. TTM promoted 68% of applicants in the program’s first year! Competitive Compensation: We offer a competitive package that reflects your skills and experience along with annual compensation reviews to ensure your growth is aligned with your performance and market trends. Comprehensive Benefits and PTO: Including health, dental, and vision insurance to keep you at your best. Enjoy 10 paid holidays and 3 weeks of paid time off annually to recharge.

Scope:

Applies common engineering principles to identify and quantify improvement opportunities for product design and process methodology, and will consider all aspects of the manufacturing process including manpower, methods, materials, machines, measurements, and the work environment. Perform product assurance activities of a complex nature to assure that the dimensional, material, and visual characteristics of the product’s design, as documented on drawing, specifications, and quality standards, consistently meet the customer’s technical data requirements and product acceptance criteria.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Review supplier quality data and nonconformances. Provide dispositions of suspect supplier parts and work with the supplier/manufacture on corrective action and implementation or escape prevention through the use of quality inspection plans and quality specifications. Assure parts and components as received for inspection in the most efficient manner while maintaining the high quality standards required. Review and define control points within the manufacturing processes and implements them through the use of quality inspection plans and quality specifications. Assure product is being assembled with Quality Built In and inspected in the most efficient manner while maintaining the high quality standards required. Interact with customers, suppliers, and management on quality related concerns from the manufacturing area affecting product compliance, corrective and preventative actions. Familiarity with FMEA, Detail Process and Value Stream Mapping, Root Cause Analysis and Error Proofing tools. Support completion of First Article Inspection Reports, FAIRs, and other essential quality systems. Apply working knowledge of AS9100 and NADCAP. Aid in training associates in department specific work procedures. Programming, implementation and initial setup of production equipment Carries out cost-effective design, installation, method of transfer, monitoring, and modification of manufacturing processes. Identifies problems in process of materials. Researches and suggests alternative approaches to the manufacturing process Analyzes yield and statistical process control data and provides corrective actions First time build oversight and production release approvals in all production departments for production set ups, procedures, work instructions, tooling, and monitoring of the production process used Development, implementation, and maintenance of necessary production tooling/fixtures Immediate technical support to production staff: Provide Real-time “tweaks” to production processes Feedback to & coordination of issues & updates w/ Managers, Engineers and Supervisors Support monthly Continuous Improvement Meeting with Production and Quality Departments. All other assigned duties as required within the quality organization.

Essential Knowledge and Skills:

Proven analytical and problem solving skills, including statistical data analysis and interpretation, as well as the ability to develop, implement, and drive improvement plans and project teams to successful completion. Strong background in the use and understanding of key manufacturing performance metrics. Ability to interpret customer documentation (Blueprints, drawings, bills of material, specifications). Strong communication skills in English-verbal & written, planning, and organizational skills. Hands on skills for mechanical assembly; hardware installation, epoxy application Use of basic hand tools and machine shop equipment Ability to work effectively with all levels of the organization. Work up to 10 hours a day, 5 days a week and is flexible to work weekends. Ability to pass eye exam with a minimum 20/20 vision that may be corrected via eyeglasses or contact lenses as required. Eye exam is required annually. Excellent interpersonal skills; willingness to be part of a team Proficient computer skills with knowledge of Microsoft Office programs Ability to sit/stand up to 8 hours a day.

Education:

BS Engineering Degree (Mechanical/Electrical/Industrial/Manufacturing) or equivalent experience required

Preferred Experience:

Previous engineering experience within a manufacturing environment, experience with sheet metal fabrication and CNC machining is advantageous Working knowledge of Industry and Military Standards

Compensation and Benefits:

TTM offers a variety of health and well-being benefit programs. Benefit options include medical, dental, vision, 401K, Flexible Spending Account, Health Savings Account, accident benefits, life insurance, disability benefits, paid vacation & holidays. Benefits are available 1st of the month following date of hire. Compensation for roles at TTM Technologies varies depending on a wide array of factors including but not limited to the specific office location, role, skill set and level of experience. As required by local law, TTM provides a reasonable range of compensation for roles that may be hired in New York, California and Colorado. For California-based roles, compensation ranges are based upon specific physical locations.

Export Statement:

Must comply with TTM Export Control Policies and Procedures and all applicable laws including ITAR, EAR and OFAC including but not limited to: a) being able to identify ITAR product on the manufacturing floor and understand that access to these products and related technical data is restricted to only US Citizens and US Permanent Residents; b) recognition of Foreign Person visitors by badge differentiation; c) understand and follow authorization procedures for bringing foreign visitors into facilities (VAL); d) understand and follow the Export and ITAR requirements for shipments leaving the US; e) manage vendor approvals for ITAR manufacturing and services.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, disability or protected veteran status.

TTM Technologies, Inc. is a leading global manufacturer of technology solutions including engineered systems, radio frequency(“RF”) components and RF microwave/microelectronic assemblies, and quick-turn and technologically advanced printed circuit boards(“PCBs”). TTM stands for time-to-market, representing how TTM's time-critical, one-stop manufacturing services enable customers to shorten the time required to develop new products and bring them to market.