Manufacturing Engineer I

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Job Description:

The Role:

Entegris is currently seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to join our Advanced Purity Solutions Division.  This position will be at our San Luis Obispo, CA facility.

The Manufacturing Engineer position is responsible for working with the various manufacturing managers in developing and implementing world class manufacturing through more efficient and effective methods of producing products and processes, focusing on safety, quality, efficiency and agility through process improvements. They will define and specify the implementation of standards, methods, and procedures for testing, and evaluate the product to established standards. This role will also act as a liaison between operations and engineering to ensure consistent performance and development of new products.

What You’ll Do:

• Evaluate existing processes and implement new processes techniques to improve product flow, part quality and first pass yields to reduce product cost and lead time.   
• Creates/Revises part instructions and routings and trains production personnel on use, set-up, maintenance, and trouble-shooting process.  
• Works with production personnel to attain 100% on-time shipping performance by eliminating quality issues, design issues, improving capacity on bottle-neck processes and providing continuous support.  
• Initiates and leads lean-sigma projects on key business processes to influence customer satisfaction, waste elimination, total product lead time reduction, cost effectiveness and product/system quality.  
• Promotes and implements use of continuous improvement tools to eliminate non-value-added activities.  
• Develops ROI data for equipment replacement or addition and coordinates design, purchase or construction, and implementation with emphasis on design of fixtures.  
• Develops assembly techniques, procedures and manufacturing cost reduction plans.  
• Participates in 6S and Kaizen activities in all assigned manufacturing areas. Adheres to company established safety practices and promptly reports potential hazards.  
• Authors and/or reviews Standard Operating Process, work instructions, test specifications, and other documents for accuracy.  
• Participates as a team member on New Product Development Teams and analyzes the result of validation and qualification protocols for products, processes, and equipment and work through Release to Manufacturing process to release only capable process to production.  
• Develops and maintains audit functions (product, process, and operating system) ensuring quality systems and products are consistent with internal documentation, standards, and customer requirements.  
• Evaluate facility design and works with Manufacturing and Efficiency Managers to review and adjust layout to optimize maximum output.  
• Ensures feedback and corrective action communication and implementation is consistent with customer expectations.  
• Any other duties as assigned.

What We Seek:

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering or highly related field technical diploma a plus. 
• Good visual ability to detest quality defects. 
• Lean Manufacturing Certification or experience. 
• Experience creating routings, work instructions, ECR/ECO process. 
• Strong SAP or other equivalent ERP (Oracle, PeopleSoft) system experience.  
• Experience with control systems documentation. 
• Excellent written & verbal skills. 
• Intermediate Excel skills; modeling, pivot tables, v-lookup, macros. 

Why work at Entegris?

Lead. Inspire. Innovate. Define Your Future.
Not everyone who works for a global company shares the same background, experiences and perspectives. We leverage the differences of our employees to bring new ideas to the table. Every employee throughout the company is encouraged to share input on projects and initiatives. Our decision-making process is truly a collaborative effort as we realize there are leaders at every level of the organization. We put our values at the core of how we operate as an organization — not just when it’s convenient, but in a lasting and meaningful way. We want the time and energy you spend here to have a positive impact on your life inside and outside of the office.

What We Offer:

At Entegris, we invest in providing opportunities for our employees and promote from within. The new hire in this role will have the potential to grow and create relationships across the organization and be recognized for demonstrated success and adherence to company PACE values.

Our total rewards package goes above and beyond just a paycheck. Whether you’re looking to build your career, improve your health, or protect your wealth, we offer generous benefits to help you achieve your goals. 

• Compensation: $85,000 - $95,000 range with actual pay dependent on candidate overall skills for the role.
• Annual bonus eligibility.
• Progressive paid time off policy that empowers you to take the time you need to recharge.
• Generous 401(K) plan with an impressive employer match with no delayed vesting.
• Excellent health, dental and vision insurance packages to fit your needs.
• Education assistance to support your learning journey.
• Value-driven culture with colleagues that rally around People, Accountability, Creativity and Excellence.

At Entegris we are committed to providing equal opportunity to all employees and applicants. Our policy is to recruit, hire, train, and reward employees for their individual abilities, achievements and experience without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, marital or military status.  

Entegris does not intend to hire experienced or entry level job seekers who will need, now or in the future, Entegris sponsorship through H-1B ("H-1B lottery").

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