HME has been creating innovative products for the drive-thru and pro-audio industries since 1971. From the very beginning, we've known these solutions would never have happened without the customer-focused people who make up our company. HME has a team environment with a culture of collaboration, learning, and growth. With subsidiaries located in California, Georgia, Missouri, Canada, UK, and China, companies around the world depend on HME for clear, reliable communication solutions. From setting the standard for drive-thru headsets and timer systems in the quick service restaurant (QSR) industry to developing professional audio equipment used in the Olympic Games, HME strives to create the newest, most innovative products on the market while providing quality care and attention to its customers. Come join our team!

HME is currently recruiting for a Manufacturing Engineer II. Under general supervision, Manufacturing Engineer II will provide technical support to the manufacturing floor to ensure optimum producibility of products and perform production support activities. The Manufacturing Engineer II assists with developing test fixtures and production tools to improve the manufacturing floor efficiencies, as well as provides costing, status, and other reports as necessary. 

What you will do in the position:

• Sets up key equipment and processes in PCA (stenciler, profiles of the reflow oven using the KIC Program, Rework Station, Selective Soldering Machine, etc.) and trains assemblers as required.
• Evaluates new product designs (documentation and equipment needs).
• Specifies manufacturing processes, and prepares board-level Manufacturing Instructions (-57s).
• Learns basic operation of the Drag Solder Equipment, SMT Pick and Place Equipment, performs troubleshooting, prevent maintenance, and repairs as required.
• Advocates and adheres to Lean Manufacturing Thinking and Principles.
• Conducts time and cost estimates.
• Recommends fixtures and tooling which can help production.
• Coordinates 2nd Shift problems and issues with 1st Shift personnel.
• Provides SMT Programming backup.
• Suggests design ideas to ensure new products are manufacturable, reliable, and cost effect
• Thinks/acts with the customer in mind. Committed to quality customer service with a consistent, positive, can-do attitude to both internal and external customers.
• Uses Lean thinking and problem-solving techniques to identify and eliminate root problems. Continually looks for ways to eliminate waste and makes suggestions for improvement.
• Has established a track record of producing work that is highly accurate, demonstrates attention to detail, and reflects well on the organization.
• Recognizes problems and responds. Systematically gathers information, sorts through complex issues, seeks input from others, addresses the root cause of issues, makes timely decisions, and provides communication to appropriate parties.

What you will need to succeed in this position:

• Proficient with MS Office, Windows, and Internet
• Working knowledge of ERP systems
• Strong understanding of electronics theory
• Strong drafting knowledge
• Knowledge of Lean manufacturing processes
• Strong mechanical skills
• Experience with design documentation standards
• Ability to think and work independently and collaborate with others
• Experience with SMT equipment
• Experience in Contract Manufacturing
• 3-5 years of experience
• AA Degree (2 years college) - Preferred
• BS Degree a plus

HME is committed to building a company where highly talented, challenge-hungry people thrive. You will have the opportunity to learn and grow, while making a real contribution to our product. Our benefits package includes tuition reimbursement; 3 weeks paid vacation your first year, paid holidays, medical, vision and dental coverage, life insurance and 401K contributions.

The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The employee will occasionally lift and move up to 50 pounds with assistance. The employee may occasionally work near moving mechanical parts, be exposed to fumes and/or airborne particles, be exposed to toxic or caustic chemicals, and be at risk of electric shock.