Partner with Engineering and Design teams to support new product introduction (NPI) efforts and ensure seamless transitions from development to manufacturing.
Troubleshoot manufacturing, assembly, testing, and quality issues to minimize downtime and maintain production schedules.
Coordinate procurement activities and interface directly with suppliers to ensure material availability and resolve supply-related issues.
Perform and oversee equipment inspection, functional testing, and product verification activities.
Conduct dimensional and visual inspections in accordance with company quality standards and procedures.
Provide manufacturing expertise and feedback to Engineering and Product Development teams to improve product manufacturability and reliability.
Support service-related training activities and customer equipment readiness initiatives.
Develop, monitor, and improve manufacturing processes, work methods, and operational efficiency.
Estimate manufacturing costs, establish labor standards, and identify tooling, process, and productivity improvements.
Coordinate preventative maintenance and repair activities for shop equipment and facilities.
Support the development and maintenance of manufacturing documentation, work instructions, and standard operating procedures.
Champion Lean Manufacturing and 5S practices throughout the facility.
Ensure compliance with Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) requirements and company policies.
Travel occasionally to support equipment installation, production activities, testing, or customer support requirements.
What You Bring
7+ years of manufacturing, production, assembly, or operations experience in an industrial or engineered-product environment.
Previous supervisory, team leadership, or shop management experience.
Strong understanding of mechanical assembly processes and manufacturing operations.
Ability to read and interpret
Mechanical drawings and assembly prints
Electrical schematics and wiring diagrams
Layout drawings and technical documentation
Experience with equipment assembly, troubleshooting, and functional testing, including mechanical, hydraulic, and load-testing applications.
Knowledge of machining, welding, brazing, soldering, and fabrication processes.
Familiarity with finishing processes such as painting, anodizing, passivation, and electropolishing.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, organizational, and communication skills.
Ability to effectively prioritize and manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
Experience working with quality systems, inspection techniques, and manufacturing process documentation.
Ability to obtain Level II Quality Control Inspector qualification.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Project.
Experience using ERP/MRP systems in a manufacturing environment.
Experience supporting New Product Introduction (NPI) and production ramp-up activities.
Experience designing tooling, fixtures, and assembly aids.
Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement methodologies.
Ability to develop and implement manufacturing methods, process flows, and operational sequences.
Experience creating and maintaining manufacturing work instructions, routings, and standard operating procedures.
Exposure to highly engineered equipment, capital equipment, aerospace, defense, medical device, or similar regulated manufacturing environments.
Who We Are
Our Values
Environmental, Social and Governance
Curtiss-Wright's Nuclear Division offers a comprehensive range of products, information systems, and services that help sustain the safe and reliable operation of nuclear, conventional, and renewable power plants throughout the world. Our extensive experience, advanced technologies and innovative solutions support custom engineered equipment solutions, digitalization initiatives, diagnostics, asset management programs, and new construction.
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Compliance Statement
This position may require exposure to export-controlled information and subject to additional security screening. In the event information provided during the security screening reveals ineligibility to access export-controlled information, any offer of employment may be reconsidered or withdrawn.
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