Manufacturing Engineer II

Nordson EPS, a global leader in Electronic Solutions, is seeking an experienced and highly motivated individual to join our team. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace, and we are looking for candidates who share that same commitment.

Summary of the role

As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to work in a dynamic and collaborative environment, where your ideas and contributions will be valued and respected.

Job Summary

Successfully lead project and initiatives that support the profitable growth objectives for our Electronics Solutions division of Nordson. As part of our Operations team driving operational excellence through our business system, NBS Next, the Manufacturing Engineer II is responsible to lead short term and long term initiatives that result in meeting and exceeding our key metrics focused around safety, quality, delivery, inventory, and productivity. As a leader of NBS Next, the Manufacturing Engineer II will leverage the framework to work closely with our production team and will provide coaching to others that are involved in supporting and executing these activities. Under general supervision, is responsible for the development, implementation and maintenance of production optimization. Normally receives general instructions on routine work, detailed instructions on new projects or assignments.

Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Assists in coordinating process flow, production methods, and integration within overall production landscape including during product development or modification activities. Estimates associated production costs.
• Assists with assessing product requirements relative to use model and suggests production improvements, as directed.
• Determines time standards and makes recommendations for tooling and process requirements of new or existing product lines.
• Develops and recommends continuous improvement tasks and tracks progress of actions as key inputs to task progress, as directed. Tracks key process indicators for continuous improvement projects and production line health.
• May conduct feasibility studies on new and modified designs.
• Assists with Pilot production activities.
• Plans and conducts work requiring judgment in the independent evaluation, selection and application of standard techniques, procedures, and criteria.
• Exercises judgment within defined procedures and practices to determine appropriate action. Applies standard approaches to problems encountered.
• Uses professional concepts; applies company policies and procedures to resolve a variety of issues.
• Works on problems of moderate scope where analysis of situations or data requires a review of a variety of factors.
• May direct support personnel in preparation of detailed design, design testing, and prototype development and qualification. Works with supervisors and engineering functions as needed.
• Implement and maintain Pull Concepts within Manufacturing, Backflushing, and Point of Use.
• Maintain SAP production data Integrity and Set-Up to enable Line Flow.
• Understands key business drivers and uses this understanding to accomplish own work.
• Utilize advanced Lean Six Sigma tools such as Statistical Process Control (SPC), Value Stream Mapping (VSM) and Kaizen events to drive process improvements and cost savings.
• Assists in the project management of new and current projects under technical guidance.
• Engage and support OTD, COPQ and NBS Next KPI initiatives to achieve Leadership Level Performance (LLP). Drive improvements on other key production metrics, including First Pass Yield.
• Other duties may be assigned as required.

Education and Experience Requirements

• Requires a Bachelors degree plus 2-4 years of related experience
• Operations and project management experience
• History of increasing responsibility that demonstrates communication, teamwork and leadership skills
• International/multicultural experience desired
• Multi-Lingual capability is a plus, English is required

Preferred Skills and Abilities

Working Conditions and Physical Demands

Office environment. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Travel Required: Estimated Up to 20%

Interested?

If you are interested in being a part of a team and creating an inclusive and diverse workplace, please apply online with your CV.

About Nordson Electronics Solutions

Nordson Electronics Solutions is a trusted surface treatment and precision fluid dispensing equipment supplier within the global electronics manufacturing industry, working closely with semiconductor, printed circuit board, and precision assembly manufacturers. By joining our team today, you will help us bring innovative ideas to life. Nordson Electronics Solutions is a global team that works to create machines and systems that improve the electronics and semiconductor manufacturing process. We offer a supportive culture in a growing and dynamic work environment. Whether you're just beginning your career or you're a seasoned professional, there's a place for you to belong at Nordson Electronics Solutions. We offer hourly and salary positions in production, maintenance, customer service, quality, engineering, and more. We actively invest in our teams to help you build your skillsets and advance your career.