Lead process technology transfers from Process Engineering department to Manufacturing department.
Estimate manufacturing costs, determine time standards, and make recommendations for tooling and process requirements of new and existing products.
Prepare, analyse and review customer and internal technical reports.
Ensure that staffing levels are sufficient. Take a lead role (in conjunction with the management and HR Manager) in the recruiting, development and retention of engineers, including the development of a formal university intern program.
Establish processes to ensure that direct reports and respective employees receive appropriate direction, training, development and motivation, supervision, and appraisal of performance so goals are met in the most productive and effective manner.
Stay abreast of best practices and technologies and provide input on new processes to enhance or expand capabilities.
Essential asset to Design Engineering team regarding process capabilities, materials, and review new products to ensure they meet Design for Manufacturing (DFM) criteria.
Identify, facilitate, and prioritize opportunities for process improvements.
Foster the culture of teamwork, continuous improvement and support the empowerment of teams.
Address any performance issues quickly, leveraging the formal review processes as required.
Oversee salary and performance appraisal administration; allocate pool and ensure that distribution is equitable.
Generate annual Research and Development program goals in coordination with Sales, Marketing, and Product Management.
Develop and implement policies and procedures that drive efficient performance.
Prepare, monitor, and adhere to annual operating and capital equipment budgets.
Job Qualifications
BSME or 10-15 years of combined education and experience
10 - 15 years of related manufacturing experience
Working knowledge of MIL, IPC, and, J-STD workmanship, qualification and performance standards related to electronic assemblies (Mil-PRF-38534/5, IPC-610, J-STD-001, AS9100, etc.).
CAD, Solid works software courses, and/or experience.
Working knowledge of 5S, SPC, and, lean manufacturing practices.
Due to export control rules, must be a US citizen or a Green Card Holder
Other Characteristics
Thrive on solving complex problems; have an endless technical curiosity
Strong interpersonal skills. Enjoy interacting and building partnerships with highly experienced customer design engineers technical SMEs and program managers
Versatile and tenacious; revel in being repeatedly faced with new and unique challenges and being able to devise solutions on schedule and budget
Independent thinker, capable of going back to first principles to address a problem
An excellent team-player; interested to cooperate with other colleagues within the Micross organization to successfully execute projects
Mission-driven; fully understanding of the bigger strategic picture and committed to deliver results on time and to spec.
Respect the compliance-intensive environment in which Apopka operates: comply with all safety policies, quality and ITAR policies, practices and procedures.
Contribute to building a positive team spirit.
Communicate effectively with all levels of customers and employees.
Protect confidential information by not communicating, disclosing to, or using for benefit of 3rd parties.
Maintain the highest degree of honesty and integrity at all times.
Perform other duties as assigned.
At Micross, our Core Values of integrity, communication, teamwork, quality and execution, self-discipline and accountability are cultivated throughout all levels of the organization. Micross provides a challenging and enjoyable workplace for members and supports the needs of the community.
Micross provides competitive benefits including medical, HSA and FSA plans, dental, vision, company paid basic Life Insurance, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), 401k with employer match, paid leave, vacation, holidays, generous tuition assistance, 529 College Savings, Pet insurance, Legal insurance, and a range of well-being programs available.
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