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Viant is Hiring a Manufacturing Engineer II Near Upland, CA
New employees are eligible for the following benefits effective date of hire!Medical, dental, and vision benefits starting Day 1Company-paid life insurance and disability benefits17 days of paid time off (pro-rated) and 10 paid HolidaysClean room environment, climate controlledJoin our team and produce products that save and enhance lives! The Manufacturing Engineer II works with the Upland operations team to direct, coordinate, and exercises functional authority for planning, organization, control, integration, and completion of engineering activities within the area of assigned responsibility. The position requires a broad-based skill set in injection molding and assembly ranging from hands-on troubleshooting of processes on the manufacturing floor to leading of customer projects - from design review to completion of final validation reports. This includes responsibility for all engineering aspects of qualification and/or validation of molds, products, processes and equipment. POSITION REQUIREMENTS: Plans, Develops, and Executes Process and Test Method Validations (IQ, OQ, PQ, PPQ) in accordance with Viant procedures and guidelines Communicates ideas, information, and recommendations clearly, effectively and frequently (oral and written) within Viant, with outside suppliers or partners and with Viant customers during formal and informal interactions. Prepares or reviews documentation with a high degree of accuracy, completeness, and effectiveness using common Viant engineering tools & templates were available. (Examples include specifications, manufacturing procedures, ECNs, and technical reports or analysis). Follows and develops Quality and Regulatory requirements including Viant policies, procedures, and appropriate regulatory requirements. Applies and Promotes Lean manufacturing techniques to continuously improve cycle times and process flows. Identifies, supports, or directs the execution of improvement efforts to reduce waste in all manufacturing and business processes. Uses structured problem solving techniques and statistical methods for data driven analysis and decisions. Applies and leads DMAIC – Six Sigma approaches to solve issues and reduce variation in all manufacturing and business processes. Plans, executes and manages project activities with cross functional teams. Project types can include new product development and introduction, manufacturing transfers, continuous improvement and cost reduction initiatives. Practices and demonstrates the Viant values (Customer Oriented, Own It, Agile, Teamwork, Integrity and Servant Leadership) in all activities. Demonstrates leadership through mentoring of junior staff, responsiveness to business needs and motivation of diverse, cross functional teams including influencing both internal and external members to achieve positive business results. Demonstrates technical ability through the application of engineering skills, approaches and knowledge. Takes financial responsibility for activities to create positive impact to the business. Performs all duties and directs others creating a safe working environment for our employees and our communities. Represent Viant with customers, vendors and outside auditors. Perform other duties as assigned by the Engineering Manager. ENVIRONMENTAL WORKING CONDITIONS: Physical Demands: Standing for long periods of time, sitting, walking and lifting. QUALIFICATIONS: Required – BS in Engineering, or equivalent, Minimum of five (5) years experience in plastic injection molding. Minimum two (2) years experience in medical device manufacturingExperience in transferring products from design to manufacturing is highly desirable. Specialized Knowledge: Strong understanding of various manufacturing processes including: precision plastic injection molding, insert molding, mold constructions, plastic joining technologies, prototyping precision machining, stampings, assembly, and packagingGood understanding of polymer material properties and the practical application of these principles in establishing design criteria, robust manufacturing processes, troubleshooting processes, and consulting with customers on material selection.Working knowledge of Microsoft Office, MiniTab, and Solidworks, Knowledge of Access, MoldFlow, and Enterprise IQMS is desirable. Ability to apply engineering concepts, original thinking, cause and effect, and ingenuity in order to solve problems.Must have good decision making and organizational skills to manage and deliver results on multiple priorities simultaneously. Strong program management skills are a must. Must have good verbal and written communications skills.Must be skilled statistical practitioner and apply statistical analysis to determine process capabilities, compare populations via hypothesis testing, utilize process control charting, and use the output of these analysis’ to improve operations. Six Sigma is highly desirable.Knowledge and experience in performing Design of Experiments (DOE) desirable.
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