Engineering Technician Jobs in Reno, NV (NOW HIRING)

The Manufacturing Engineering Technician Level 2 is responsible for more complex implementation, documentation, and improvement of manufacturing processes. This role requires a deeper understanding of manufacturing workflows, the ability to identify opportunities for improvement, and the capacity to work more independently.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Develop and maintain detailed documentation of manufacturing processes, including SOPs, work instructions, process flow diagrams and equipment layouts.
• Support in the implementation of process improvements and lean manufacturing initiatives.
• Assist in the collection and analysis of production data to identify trends and areas for potential process improvement.
• Support process improvement initiatives by conducting time studies, data collection for capacity analysis, and workflow optimization.
• Collaborate with production teams to ensure that process changes are effectively communicated and implemented.
• Troubleshoot and resolve process issues, minimizing production downtime.
• Conduct regular inspections of processes to identify potential issues before they cause failures.
• Provide training and support to Level 1 technicians on documentation standards and basic process improvement techniques.
• Assist engineers in evaluating new manufacturing technologies and methods.
• Collaborate in the design of tooling and fixturing for production environments.
• Report immediately all suspicious and hazardous conditions to a supervisor.
• Understand and observe all safety guidelines and assure quality and safety by complying with all appropriate Click Bond policies and procedures.
• Assist in maintaining clean, orderly, and hazard-free work areas.
• Able to work with minimal supervision, be a self-starter and be detail oriented.
• Other duties as assigned.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to demonstrate the following competencies:

• Understanding of manufacturing processes and procedures.
• Proficiency in process documentation, including creating SOPs and process flow diagrams.
• Ability to analyze production data and identify opportunities for improvement.
• Knowledge of basic lean manufacturing principles.
• Has knowledge of SPC (Statistical Process Control) and basic statistical methods.
• Understanding of GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerance).
• Familiarity with AutoCAD and SolidWorks.
• Speaks clearly in all situations; listens and gets clarification; responds well to questions.
• Writes clearly and informatively; edits work for spelling and grammar; presents numerical data effectively.
• Able to read and interpret engineering drawings including, procedures and written information.
• Exhibits sound and accurate judgment and includes appropriate people in the decision-making process.
• Adheres to written and verbal instructions, responds well to management guidance, takes ownership of actions, and consistently honors commitments.
• Completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person of an alternate plan.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as aerospace procedures, blueprints, engineering requirements, safety rules, and quality assurance manuals.
• Ability to write routine reports, correspondence and to speak effectively in English.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
• To perform this job successfully, an individual should have basic computer navigation skills as well as experience with Microsoft Office Suite, MRP software (Epicor), and PLM software (ARAS).
• Ability to write and read English.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:

• Minimum high school diploma or general education degree (GED) required.
• Technical training from Community College or other accredited institution preferred.
• 2-3 years of experience in a manufacturing or technical environment required.
• Successful completion of Lean 101 training, or equivalent required.
• Other technical certifications desired.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• This is not a supervisory position.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands 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.

• Occasionally lift and or move up to 35 pounds.
• Use of hand/fingers continuously through shift to manipulate components, tools and reach into small places while working on machines.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to focus.
• Regularly required to sit or stand for the length of shift, bend, and reach.
• Occasionally required to walk, sit, stoop, bend kneel or crouch.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Work primarily performed in a standard office environment. If in manufacturing areas, may be exposed to noise, smells, heat, dust, etc. Work requires the observance of fire regulations and safe work practices.

CLICK BOND WAY – KEY ATTRIBUTES:
Communicates respectfully to all team members, vendors, and visitors.
Models a positive attitude.
Actively listens to others and supports the team environment.
Asks questions and learns from mistakes.
Executes tasks with minimal errors in a timely and efficient manner.
Attendance is consistent and meets or exceeds company standards.

Click Bond is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information or any other protected classification.
Click Bond complies with federal and state disability laws. Click Bond will provide reasonable accommodation when requested by a qualified applicant or employee with a disability unless such accommodation would cause an undue hardship. The policy regarding requests for reasonable accommodation applies to all aspects of employment, including the application process. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact Nancy Rodriguez, Director, People Operations at 775.885.8000 ext. 1245 or email: Nancy.rodriguez@clickbond.com