Process Engineer

Socket.dev; Torrington (CT); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plans with HSA contributions

Dental

Vision – employer paid

Life insurance up to $50,000

Additional life options

Critical Illness & Personal Accident

401k with company match

Generous Paid Time Off

Job summary

Altek Electronics seeks a Process Engineer to optimize manufacturing processes, improve efficiency and safety across facilities. You will analyze current processes, identify areas for improvement, and implement solutions to reduce waste and increase throughput.

The role requires collaboration with production, quality assurance, and maintenance, plus development and validation of process simulations and control strategies to support continuous improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• Post-secondary education with 5+ years in a related role or equivalent experience.
• Proven record of process improvements and waste reduction.
• Experience with tooling, fixtures, jigs, and templates desired.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain processes to improve safety, throughput, yields and costs.
• Provide hands-on technical leadership and training on tooling and lean practices.
• Coordinate with multiple departments to implement new or revised processes.

Skills

Process improvement

Lean Six Sigma

Tooling design

Quality systems

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Technical certification / associate

Tools

SolidWorks

CAD/CAM tools

Job description

About the Company:

Since 1972, Altek Electronics has been a trusted leader in electronic manufacturing services, partnering with customers across a wide range of industries to bring innovative products to life. From prototype to production and beyond, our team is committed to quality, collaboration, and continuous improvement. With expertise in PCB layout and design, PCB assembly, and upper-level assemblies, we leverage LEAN manufacturing and Six Sigma principles to deliver exceptional results. As an AS9100D-certified and ITAR-compliant organization, Altek is proud to foster an environment where employees contribute to our shared success as we continue Building Tomorrow Together.

Please visit our website for more detail and to meet our team. www.altekelectronics.com

Altek has a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Medical Plans with company HSA contributions
• Dental
• Vision – employee only level coverage paid by employer
• Employer paid Life up to $50,000
• Options for additional life
• Critical Illness & Personal Accident plans
• 401k plan with up to 4% company match
• Generous Paid Time Off policy

Altek Electronics is an Equal Opportunity employer. Applicants are considered for all positions without regard to race, color, age, sex, marital status, national origin, veteran status, sexual orientation, or the presences of a non-job-related medical condition, disability, or handicap, however, current openings may involve ITAR restricted hiring practices, and all applicants must be aware of this requirement and are encouraged to consult the latest ITAR regulations regarding restrictions that may apply.

About the Role:

The Process Engineer will play a critical role in optimizing and enhancing manufacturing processes to improve efficiency, quality, and safety within our production facilities. This position involves analyzing current processes, identifying areas for improvement, and implementing innovative solutions to reduce waste and increase throughput. The successful candidate will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams including production, quality assurance, and maintenance to ensure seamless process integration and compliance with industry standards. They will also be responsible for developing and validating process simulations and control strategies to support continuous improvement initiatives. Ultimately, this role aims to drive operational excellence and contribute to the company’s competitive advantage in the manufacturing sector.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Post-secondary education (technical certification, associate degree, bachelor’s degree) with at least 5 years of relevant work experience. Consideration will be given for additional years of experience in lieu of a formal degree.
• Proven record of accomplishments showing process improvement and the ability to streamline processes.
• Experience with tooling design, fixture, jig, and/or template creation desired
• Experience working in a high demand contract or OE manufacturing environment with electro- mechanical components and products.
• Demonstrated accomplishments leading and implementing quality improvement projects desired.
• Lean and/or Six Sigma Black Belt experience preferred.

Responsibilities:

• Develop, implement, and maintain manufacturing processes to improve safety, throughput, efficiencies, production yields, and costs.
• Provide hands-on technical leadership in all aspects related to production, including training of employees in the appropriate use of tooling, equipment, interpretation of assembly documentation, and lean tools, techniques, and practices.
• Interface with and give support, as required to Managers, Manufacturing, Test, Purchasing, Engineering, Process Documentation, and Materials.
• Coordinates with the various departments engaged in setting up or changing the manufacturing processes involved with the new or revised product.
• Establishes standardized work, process flow, detailed procedures, and requirements for all phases of manufacturing to meet cost, quality, performance, and schedule requirements.
• Develops, improves, and monitors tooling for prototype and legacy products.
• Take responsibility for other essential duties, as determined by management
• Lead and/or contribute to continuous improvement projects.

Skills:

The required skills, including experience in manufacturing and electronics manufacturing environments, are essential for supporting efficient production processes and ensuring products meet customer, quality, and regulatory requirements. Knowledge of AS9100/ISO 9001:2015 quality systems, IPC-A-610, IPC-620, and J-STD-001 standards enables the engineer to maintain compliance and drive consistent product quality. Proficiency in CAD software, including SolidWorks and other CAD/CAM modeling tools, is critical for designing tooling, fixtures, and manufacturing solutions that improve productivity and support operational needs. The ability to develop labor estimates for quoting contributes to accurate project planning and cost analysis. Strong communication skills, combined with proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, support effective collaboration across departments and with customers. Success in this role also requires a highly motivated individual capable of managing multiple projects in a fast-paced environment while meeting deadlines and organizational objectives. Familiarity with ISO 13485 quality systems is considered a valuable asset and further strengthens the ability to support diverse customer and industry requirements.