The Manufacturing Operations Engineer will specialize in assembly operations and play a key role in designing, implementing, and optimizing light manufacturing/assembly processes to ensure efficient and high-quality assembly production. Work closely with cross-functional teams to drive continuous improvement initiatives and ensure that our assembly operations meet quality standards and production goals. The Manufacturing Operations Engineer should have a passion for optimizing assembly operation... more details
The position of Manufacturing Operations Engneer will be based out of Santa Clara, CA!
Summary
The Manufacturing Operations Engineer will specialize in assembly operations and play a key role in designing, implementing, and optimizing light manufacturing/assembly processes to ensure efficient and high-quality assembly production. Work closely with cross-functional teams to drive continuous improvement initiatives and ensure that our assembly operations meet quality standards and production goals. The Manufacturing Operations Engineer should have a passion for optimizing assembly operations, developing testing procedures, and managing work schedules to help drive innovation and success in our assembly operations.
For the state of California only, the pay range is $95,000.00 to $110,000.00, depending upon qualifications, experience and other considerations permitted by law.
What You’ll Do
Develop and implement assembly processes to optimize efficiency and reduce costs
Identify opportunities for process improvement and implement solutions to enhance productivity in the assembly center
Collaborate with Program Manager, Operations, Sourcing, Technical Specialists, and Quality to ensure successful product implementation
Act as the project manager for new product implementation in the assembly center, overseeing the entire process from planning to execution
Scrub, vet, validate and update Bill of Materials (BOM) to verify accuracy and completeness for assembly operations
Assist in managing the scheduling of work at the assembly center to ensure efficient use of resources and timely completion of production targets
Work in partnership with key stakeholders to create and implement operational procedures that improve assembly center processes. Work with Program Managers and Technical Specialists to develop and maintain test and work instruction procedures for assembled products
Create quality strategies that drive process stability, provide quality assurance and process standardization to reduce error rate. Ensure associated ISO process, controls and feedback is utilized to reduce risk and quality defect rate
Responsible for equipment to ensure it’s maintained, identify equipment needs, provide proper training and resource tools for its use
Implement and manage assembly schedule efficiently minimizing operator down time or non-productive time frame balance vs lead time
Collaborate with the Sourcing team and Program manager to reduce inventory holding costs and identify opportunities to improve inventory availability to meet lead-time goals
Troubleshoot assembly issues and implement corrective actions to minimize downtime
Other duties as assigned
The information contained in this job description is intended to describe the essential job functions required of those assigned to this job. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, knowledge, skills, and abilities needed to perform the job. Please note that management retains the right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. The ability to competently perform all the essential duties of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation, demonstrated commitment to effective customer service delivery, integrity, and the ability to work productively as a member of a team or work group are basic requirements of all positions at Rexel USA.
What You’ll Need
Associate’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering Technology or Manufacturing Technology
3+ years of experience in light manufacturing preferred
Operation/Production Manager experience in a made-to-order/assembly/manufacturing environment preferred
Proven experience in light manufacturing/mechanical assembly or a related role, with a focus on assembly operations
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Ability to read engineering drawings
Strong knowledge of lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement techniques in an assembly environment
Experience with Bill of Materials (BOM) management and updates
Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail
Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced assembly environment and manage multiple projects simultaneously
Mechanically inclined
Strong communication and teamwork skills
Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal and presentation skills
Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving abilities
Organization and time management skills, detail oriented, able to prioritize in a multi-tasking environment and ability to work under and adhere to specific deadlines
Working Conditions and Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Working Environment:
Exposed to unpleasant or disagreeable physical environment such as high noise level and/or exposure to heat and cold Occasionally – up to 20%
Exposed to electrical hazards; risk of electrical shock Occasionally – up to 20%
Travels to offsite locations Occasionally – up to 20%
Physical Demands:
Sit: Must be able to remain in a stationary position Frequently – 21% to 50%
Walk: Must be able to move about inside/outside office or work location Constantly – at least 51%
Use hands to finger, handle or feel: Operates a computer and other office machinery Constantly – at least 51%
Stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl: Must be able to crouch down to stock shelfs, pick up boxes, or position one’s self to maintain computers in the lab/under desks/in server closet Occasionally – up to 20%
Climb or balance: Must be able to ascend/descend on a ladder, forklift, pallet jack, or other warehouse equipment Occasionally – up to 20%
Talk, hear, taste, smell: Must be able to use senses to; effectively communicate with co-workers and clients and detect hazardous conditions Occasionally – up to 20%
Weight and Force:
Up to 10 pounds Occasionally – up to 20%
Up to 25 pounds Occasionally – up to 20%
Up to 50 pounds Occasionally – up to 20%
“Rexel USA (A VEVRAA Federal Contractor), and its affiliated companies, is an EEO/Disabled/Veterans employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to any characteristics protected by law.”
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