Manufacturing Engineer

About Us :

We are committed to finding smart solutions that enable an intelligent and seamless world. Our success as a world-class leader in technology has evolved from humble beginnings. In 1896, the enterprising father and son team of A.J. and George A. Briggs partnered with S.A. Buffington, a Chicago lawyer, to establish Chicago Telephone Supply Company (later to become CTS).

Today, CTS is a leading designer and manufacturer of sensors, actuators, and electronic components for suppliers and original equipment manufacturers. We have over 20 locations in 12 countries and more than 3,500 employees. Our innovative sensing, connectivity, and motion solutions offer a diverse range of products across diversified end markets including transportation, medical, aerospace and defense, and industrial. We are at the forefront of supporting innovating life-changing technology, focusing on quality to keep people safe, healthy, and happy.

Job / Position Summary

The Manufacturing Engineer (Shaping) reports directly to the MFG Engineering Manager and supports the ceramic piezo and RF business. This position will oversee the manufacturing processes involved in machining ceramic materials.

Major Areas of Responsibility

• Leads and directs the monitoring and troubleshooting of manufacturing processes to maintain / increase product yields and quality through the utilization of an array of continuous improvement tools (DOE, DMAIC, Six Sigma, Green Belt) and general statistical analysis methods.
• Recommends and implements lean processes and products that improve manufacturing capabilities efficiencies, yields and quality with emphasis on ceramic machining processes.
• Machining process optimization : Develop and optimize machining processes for ceramic materials to improve efficiency, quality, and cost-effectiveness. Including selection of appropriate equipment, machining parameters, and cutting tools.
• Provide diagnostic, recommendations for maintaining, upgrade existing equipment or acquisition of new equipment.
• Quality Assurance : Implement quality control measures to ensure that machined ceramics meet specifications and standards. Develop / maintain inspection protocols and collaborate with quality control teams to perform regular inspection and audits.
• Work closely with new product introduction team to efficiently and cost effectively introduce new products into manufacturing.
• Provides technical leadership to technicians, engineers, and operators.
• Reports and interfaces process and project status and progress to management in oral and written communications. Also, interfaces with suppliers, and customers.
• Uses technical knowledge and ingenuity to resolve complex problems and provides technical leadership for their area of responsibility.
• Works independently and periodically reports status to engineering management and plant manufacturing management.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Required Education and Experience

Physical / Working Requirements

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United States