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SUMMARY: The Manufacturing Software Developer designs, develops, implements, and supports software applications that improve manufacturing operations, production efficiency, quality, and data collection. This position works closely with production, engineering, quality, maintenance, and IT teams to develop solutions that integrate manufacturing equipment, business systems, and industrial automation technologies. The ideal candidate has experience developing software for manufacturing environments and enjoys solving complex technical challenges while supporting continuous improvement initiatives.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Design, develop, and maintain manufacturing software applications using modern programming languages and development tools.
• Develop desktop, web, and service applications that support production, quality assurance, inventory management, and equipment monitoring.
• Integrate manufacturing equipment, PLCs, barcode scanners, torque controllers, audio test systems, vision systems, printers, and other industrial devices with business applications.
• Develop automated production test applications for validating product functionality, including audio performance, electrical testing, and functional verification.
• Develop and maintain software for audio testing, including communication with audio analyzers, microphones, speakers, amplifiers, and digital signal processing (DSP) equipment.
• Design and optimize SQL databases, stored procedures, queries, and reports.
• Troubleshoot software, network, communication, and production test issues affecting manufacturing operations.
• Develop software that collects, stores, and analyzes production, quality, and test data.
• Support manufacturing traceability, product genealogy, and process control systems.
• Participate in software testing, validation, deployment, and documentation.
• Collaborate with production personnel to identify opportunities for process automation and operational improvements.
• Maintain software source control, version management, and technical documentation.
• Provide technical support for manufacturing applications and assist with issue resolution during production.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives that increase equipment reliability, productivity, and product quality.
• Performs other related duties as assigned by management.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

SKILLS/QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's Degree (BA) from four-year college or university, or one to two years of related experience and/or training, or equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Certificates, licenses and registrations required:      
• Computer skills required: Development Software; Project Management Software; Microsoft Office Suite.
• Other skills required: 
  • Experience developing software using C#, .NET, or similar object-oriented programming languages.
  • Experience working with Microsoft SQL Server, database design, and SQL query development.
  • Experience integrating PLCs, HMI systems, robotic systems, barcode scanners, printers, torque controllers, and other industrial controllers.
  • Experience communicating with industrial equipment using Ethernet/IP, Modbus TCP, OPC UA, serial communications, or TCP/IP socket communications.
  • Familiarity with manufacturing execution systems (MES), enterprise resource planning (ERP), and warehouse management systems (WMS).
  • Experience using Git, TortoiseSVN, Azure DevOps, or other version control and project management tools.
  • Experience with audio testing and measurement equipment, including audio analyzers, microphones, speakers, amplifiers, signal generators, and data acquisition hardware.
  • Understanding of manufacturing quality systems, traceability, statistical process control (SPC), and production reporting.

COMPETENCIES:

• Diversity - Demonstrates knowledge of EEO policy; Shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences; Educates others on the value of diversity; Promotes a harassment-free environment; Builds a diverse workforce.
• Ethics - Treats people with respect; Keeps commitments; Inspires the trust of others; Works with integrity and ethically; Upholds organizational values.
• Analytical - Synthesizes complex or diverse information; Collects and researches data; Uses intuition and experience to complement data; Designs workflows and procedures.
• Dependability - Follows instructions, responds to management direction; Takes responsibility for own actions; Keeps commitments; Commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals; Completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan.
• Communication – Writes and speaks clearly and informatively; Edits work for spelling and grammar; Able to read and interpret written information; Listens and gets clarification; Responds well to questions.
• Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Gathers and analyzes information skillfully; Develops alternative solutions; Works well in group problem solving situations; Uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics.
• Quality - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Applies feedback to improve performance; Monitors own work to ensure quality.
• Teamwork - Balances team and individual responsibilities; Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; Gives and welcomes feedback; Contributes to building a positive team spirit; Puts success of team above own interests; Able to build morale and group commitments to goals and objectives; Supports everyone's efforts to succeed.
• Technical Skills - Assesses own strengths and weaknesses; Pursues training and development opportunities; Strives to continuously build knowledge and skills; Shares expertise with others.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Occasionally required to stand, walk, and bend for extended periods of time on the production floor.
• Occasionally required to reach with arms and hands, and stoop.
• Frequently required to utilize hand and finger dexterity.
• Continually required to sit at a desk or workstation and operate a computer, keyboard, and mouse.
• Continually required to view a computer monitor and read printed and electronic materials; requires close vision and the ability to adjust focus.
• Frequently required to talk and hear, in person, by telephone, and in virtual meetings.
• Occasionally required to climb, kneel, crouch, or crawl to access equipment, control panels, network hardware, and cabling.
• Occasionally work near moving mechanical parts. 
• Usually work indoors. These sites may not be temperature controlled. 
• Occasionally exposed to moderate to loud noise levels while working on the production floor.
• Occasionally exposed to fumes, airborne particles, dust, and vibration in manufacturing and warehouse areas.
• Occasionally works near electrical equipment, control panels, and energized industrial systems.
• Required to wear personal protective equipment, including safety glasses, hearing protection, and safety-toe footwear, when in production, warehouse, and dock areas.
• Occasionally required to travel between company facilities or to customer and supplier locations.
• Occasionally required to work extended hours, evenings, or weekends, or to be available on call, to support production issues, system deployments, and equipment downtime.
• The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.
• Specialized equipment, machines, or vehicles used: PLCs, HMIs, barcode scanners, torque controllers, printers, vision systems, and audio test equipment (audio analyzers, microphones, speakers, amplifiers, and DSP hardware).