Production Engineering Tech II - Waters Corporation

Overview

Interested in joining our Manufacturing Engineering team?

TA Instruments is hiring a Production Engineering Technician that will have the opportunity to support our Thermal Instrument manufacturing, testing, and continuous improvement programs. In this position you will work closely with Manufacturing Engineers to troubleshoot and resolve problems, implement product or process changes, and drive documentation practices to ensure product quality standards are maintained. 

Perks of working for us!

• State of the art manufacturing facility
• Paid vacation time, paid sick time, and paid holidays
• All benefits begin day 1
• Tuition reimbursement
• Team environment
• Competitive pay

Responsibilities

• Provides first line support to manufacturing floor for Thermal Analysis products, focusing on DSC
• Provides guidance and direction to Manufacturing Technicians and Assemblers, assisting with troubleshooting of non-routine problems
• Processes and reviews internal quality reports (Trackwise QRs) with goal of problem resolution and minimization of reoccurrence
• Investigates and responds to external product complaints; analyzes complaint data to understand trends and problem frequencies for prioritization of longer term solutions
• Conducts or collaborates with others to conduct tests and failure analysis
• Assists Manufacturing Technicians with analyzing/reviewing test failures
• Makes recommendations for resolution of problems
• Works closely with Manufacturing Engineers in proving out cost reductions by evaluating and testing engineering changes, reviewing material alternatives, etc.
• Reviews materials on hand and makes recommendations for disposition of existing inventory
• Follows changes through the manufacturing process to ensure that changes are properly documented and procedures are updated
• Develops test procedures to support changes
• May interface with vendors on material design/quality issues

Qualifications

• Minimum of an Associate's degree at an accredited post-secondary school in electronics, engineering, engineering technology, or closely related technical field; or equivalent combination of education and experience
• 3+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment
• Knowledge of TA Thermal product line is preferred
• Knowledge of PC-based instrument control and data analysis
• Ability to think critically and resolve issues and non-routine problems
• Must be able to work independently and in team environment
• Ability to organize and prioritize work activities and to handle multiple projects simultaneously
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and technical drawings

Company Description

Waters Corporation (NYSE: WAT), the world's leading specialty measurement company, has pioneered chromatography, mass spectrometry and thermal analysis innovations serving the life, materials, and food sciences for more than 60 years. With more than 7,000 employees worldwide, Waters operates directly in 35 countries, including 15 manufacturing facilities, with products available in more than 100 countries. Our team focuses on creating business advantages for laboratory-dependent organizations to enable significant advancement in healthcare delivery, environmental management, food safety, and water quality.   

Working at Waters enables our employees to unlock the potential of their careers. Our global team is driven by purpose. We strive to be better, learn and improve every day in everything we do. We’re the problem solvers and innovators that aren’t afraid to take risks to transform the world of human health and well-being. We’re all in it together delivering benefit as one to provide the insights needed today in order to solve the challenges of tomorrow. 

Diversity and inclusion are fundamental to our core values at Waters Corporation. It is our responsibility to actively implement programs and practices to drive inclusive behavior and increase diversity across the organization. We are united by diversity and thrive on it for the benefit of our employees, our products, our customers and our community. Waters is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, gender identity or protected Veteran status. 

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