Hamilton Company is a worldwide leader in the design and manufacture of manual, semi-automated and robotic products for precision fluid measuring. We specialize in the development, manufacturing and customization of precision measurement devices, automated liquid handling stations, and sample management systems. For more than 60 years, Hamilton has been satisfying customer needs by combining quality materials with skilled workmanship, ensuring the highest level of performance of every precision fluid measuring device we manufacture.

The Manufacturing Engineer will support and optimize manufacturing processes. Under supervision of the Manufacturing Engineering Group Leader/Supervisor, or Manager, the Manufacturing Engineer provides technical expertise to develop practical solutions for manufacture, testing, and improvement of company products.

 

Responsibilities:

• Troubleshoot production floor issues in mechanical, electrical, and software systems. Implement corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
• Responsible for process maturity in assigned area. Put in place the process measures necessary for monitoring and improving manufacturing processes. Identify opportunities for improvement.
• Plan and carry out process improvement projects including redesign of fixtures and tooling, programming automated test procedures, instrumentation and automated data-gathering, improvement of manufacturing process instructions (MPls), improvement of preventive maintenance, measurement capability analysis for critical process parameters, and other activities as necessary to reach business objectives.
• Collaborate with R&D on the introduction of new products into manufacturing. Analyze new products for manufacturability and propose solutions. Perform qualification and risk assessment of new manufacturing processes.
• Responsible for compliance of manufacturing processes to quality, regulatory, and safety standards. Document activities according to the procedures given in the Hamilton Quality Manual and as required by regulators.
• Responsible for maintaining assembly documentation and production routings, Customer Complaint investigations and resolution, and Non-compliant materials investigations, improvements.
• Use Hamilton procedures to document and qualify process improvements before release to ensure process integrity. Communicate with stakeholders in Production, Marketing, R&D, Quality, and other departments and address concerns.
• Conduct after-action meetings to review the successes and failures from process improvement projects, to share the technical learning, and to demonstrate open and honest communication.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Must possess strong verbal and written communication skills for writing reports, interfacing with manufacturing, engineering, and cross functional teams.
• Technical knowledge and understanding of the following:
  • Computer Skills (including Excel, Word)
  • GD&T
  • Strong Analytical Skills
  • 3D Modeling Software
  • Task management
  • Application of industrial engineering (preferred)
  • Root Cause Analysis (preferred)
  • Lean/ Six Sigma principles (preferred)
  • Automation (preferred)
• Able to perform assignments under general instructions on routine work and specific/detailed instructions on new projects/tasks.
• Demonstrates learning capacity for area of specialization, with ability to work on small to medium scope problems of medium complexity.
• Ability to manage, organize, and prioritize tasks in a high pace environment and adjust to shifting priorities.
• Position requires exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally and/or negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects.  Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time along with consistent movement on the production floor.

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial Engineering or similar from an accredited college.
• 0-1 years of experience in a manufacturing environment or engineering role.
• Demonstrated competence in troubleshooting, supporting, and improving electromechanical systems.
• Demonstrated ability to plan and carry out process improvement projects: Develop the project plan and milestones, establish leading indicators of success/failure, provide timely status updates to stakeholders, and make course corrections as needed to achieve the project goals.

• Diverse portfolio of exciting and innovative design projects.
• Tremendous opportunities for professional growth and advancement.
• Commitment to sustainable design.
• Competitive Compensation.
• Excellent Benefit Package (medical, dental, vision insurance, paid vacation time, paid sick time, disability insurance, 401k, tuition reimbursement and much more).
• Solid Stable Company.
• Drug free workplace.