Manufacturing Engineer 3 - San Jose, United States - Vander-Bend Manufacturing, Inc

Description

Job Description

Manufacturing Engineer
Full-time / Permanent
Salaried
$115K - $148K

About Us:
Vantedge Medical is the premier metals-based med-tech solutions partner from concept to full-scale manufacturing. We are at the forefront of precision engineering and innovation, specializing in the development and manufacturing of vital components for medical markets such as Robotic Assisted Surgery, Orthopedics, Surgical Instruments, Dental, and more. Our teams work in unison, collaborating and problem-solving to serve the manufacturing needs of the top Medical Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) around the globe. Making a difference in the lives of patients and their families drives us to go above and beyond every day. With a steadfast commitment to advancing medical technology, we take immense pride in the work we do – and have a lot of fun doing it.

About this Opportunity:

The Manufacturing Engineer is responsible for implementing customer-provided and company proprietary designs including piece parts, weldments, and sub-assembly. Develop, sustain, and improve manufacturing methods, tooling, and tests to ensure manufacturing capability and efficiency.

Responsibilities:

• Provide customers with technical support during NPI and production lifecycles.
• Provide suppliers with technical support in the sourcing or development of parts/assemblies.
• Evaluates manufacturing processes by designing and conducting research programs.
• Develops manufacturing processes by studying product requirements, researching testing methods, and conferring with equipment vendors.
• Improves manufacturing efficiency by analyzing and planning workflow, space requirements, and equipment layout.
• Assures product and process quality by designing testing methods.
• Provides manufacturing decision-making information by calculating production, labor, and material costs.
• Prepares product and process reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing information and trends.
• Provides manufacturing engineering information by answering questions and requests.
• Maintains product and company reputation by complying with government regulations.
• Keeps equipment operational by coordinating maintenance and repair services.
• Completes design and development projects by training and guiding technicians.
• Maintains professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops.
• Serve as a technical focal point who meets the Customer Focus Business Unit (CFBU) objectives of delivery, quality, and customer service.

Job Requirements / Skills:

• 4-year Engineering or Technical degree preferred, or equivalent combination of education and experience as approved by senior management.
• 8+ years of manufacturing experience.
• Ability to lead strategic manufacturing and process improvement initiatives.
• Knowledge of metal fabrication techniques (sheet metal, welding, brazing, investment casting, machining, and metal spinning.
• Experience working with of MRP/ERP systems.
• Safety, testing, and tool/fixture design experience.
• Familiarity with production ramps and product/technology transfers.
• Manufacturing Engineering experience supporting mid volume production (ECNs, BOMs, work instructions, equipment/tooling/fixture/test development, troubleshooting.
• Experience with statistical software to analyze data.
• Knowledge of Outside Processes (anodize, chem film, paint etc.) and ability to work with Suppliers to achieve part requirements.
• Experience working with one or more advanced 3D CAD systems.
• Demonstrate discretion, confidentiality, independent judgment, and professionalism when representing the company.
• Excellent written and verbal communication, as well as presentation skills.