Production Engineering Technician Job at Marotta Controls
Come grow with Marotta! One of NJ’s fastest growing technology companies, named a New Jersey Top Workplace for 2022 and “Made in New Jersey” Manufacturer of the Year Award Winner. You will have room to grow and be a part of an exciting team, all within a warm and welcoming environment.
Marotta Controls, Inc. specializes in the design, development, and production of precision control components and systems. Founded in 1943, Marotta has been at the forefront of Aerospace & Defense milestones for over 75 years from breaking the sound barrier on the Bell X-1 and landing the first man on the moon to playing a critical role on today’s advanced U.S Navy platforms as well as the emerging commercial pace industry.
Our products and expertise range from high performance valves to complete sub-systems that integrate electronic controls, actuators, and power conversion systems. We have received over 200 patents for our technologies and support the most demanding applications found on military aircraft, tactical systems, submarines, surface ships, satellites and space launch vehicles. Our teams have repeatedly been recognized for outstanding performance by some of the most prestigious organizations in the world including The Boeing Company, Lockheed Martin, NASA & Northrop Grumman.
Production Engineering Technician
Overview:
The Production Engineering Technician is primarily responsible for the assembly and maintenance of new and existing production lines. This individual, reporting to the Director of Production Engineering, must support the objectives of Marotta Controls, Inc. relative to manufacturing and operational goals. The Production Engineering Technician will develop, implement, and maintain methods, operation sequences, and processes and continually ensure that equipment capacity will meet customer demand. This role will also implement process improvements based on demonstrated improved yield results and participate in defect reduction activities and lean initiatives.
Minimum Required Qualifications:
- High School or (GED) Diploma, or equivalent
- 5+ years’ related experience in a production/operations environment
- 5+ years’ experience in manufacturing of pumps, valves, piping and related fluid & auxiliary equipment
- 5+ years’ experience in building test stands for valves, etc.
- Knowledgeable in Lean Manufacturing Principles and Continuous Improvement
- Knowledgeable in the areas of high pressure fluids, gasses and electronic test equipment
- Effective verbal/written communication skills required for multi-faceted interactions with all levels of personnel within the organization, as well as any and all outside agents
- Computer literate, with MS Office/PC expertise, and demonstrated experience with applicable systems, programs, equipment, etc.
- Must be a US Citizen
Essential or Primary / Key Responsibilities:
- Build new systems and processes for new products or existing products
- Develop and maintain testing policies, procedure and performance metrics
- Achieve targeted manufacturing objectives
- Develop/train personnel to support operational goals and objectives
- Investigate, assess and resolve production problems
- Effectively communicate with suppliers to procure necessary equipment
- Design/procure parts and tools required according to product specification.
- Responsible for understanding capabilities of manufacturing tools and equipment
- Apply Lean Manufacturing principles to tool/fixture design, material selection, facility layout plans, cost estimates, DFM concepts, GT&D practices, machine shop documentation (oper./tooling sheets, routers, etc.), root cause investigations, trouble shooting, performance metrics and machine shop operational activities
- Secure external resources (subcontracted services) to maintain and ensure machine shop equipment is operational
- Perform all practices and activities related to Mfg. Eng. in a manner which supports commonality, standardization (where applicable), First Past Yield and utilization of safe/best industry practices
- Create, maintain and refine detailed mfg. documentation (i.e. Operation Sheets, Routers, Set-up/Tooling sheets, etc.) through effective selection of manufacturing methods (inclusive of inspection point selection)
- Generate, optimize, validate and maintain C.N.C. Programs through the effective application of CAD/CAM software
- Design efficient/safe tools and fixtures required to support machine shop operations
- Generate accurate estimates (i.e. set-up, cycle time, material, etc.) using cost effective mfg. methods
- Define, monitor and communicate the status of performance metrics to management. Implement appropriate actions to resolve identified issues
- Effectively communicate issues in a timely manner to all affected parties internal/external to the Marotta Organization
- Participate in root cause investigations, trouble shooting activities (as req’d), continuous improvement initiatives/programs, etc.
Additional Duties / Responsibilities:
- Bring initiatives and activities to closure in a timely manner through effective interaction with individuals, both internal and external to the Marotta organization (as required).
- Facilitate training, as needed, to maintain a cross-trained workforce and to support operational goals and objectives
- Abide by all safety, quality, housekeeping and company policies/procedures to ensure compliance to various regulatory and internal system requirements
- Contribute to a positive and cooperative work environment through effective communication at all levels internal and external to the organization
- Actively participate in team meetings, improvement initiatives/programs, etc. to provide constructive recommendations and initiate actions to support company initiatives/goals
- Consistently demonstrate commitment to company values
- Keep management informed of area activities and of any significant problems
- Assume responsibility for related duties as required or assigned
- Ensure that work area and work areas of direct reports are clean, secure, and well maintained
- Complete special projects and miscellaneous assignments as required
Work Environment:
- While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to conditions typical of a manufacturing/machine shop environment, including, but not limited to: fluids, fumes or airborne particles, moving mechanical parts, noise and vibration
- This job interacts both in a professional office environment and a manufacturing/machine shop environment. This role uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines, as well as environments inclusive of the appropriate eye, hearing and foot protection (as required).
- Temperature of work environment may be affected by outside/external temperatures, machining processes, etc.
- This is a full-time position. Days and hours of work are 8 hours, Monday through Friday. Overtime and weekend work are required, as job duties demand.
- Travel is not expected for this position
Physical Requirements:
- While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear.Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. Vision and color vision must pass job-required vision screening
- The employee is frequently required to reach with hands and arms, and to use hands to finger, handle or feel
- The employee is regularly required to stand, sit, walk, stoop, or crouch, and move about the facility.
- The employee may be required to lift and/or move items weighing up to 70 pounds.
We offer a highly competitive compensation package for this outstanding position plus a quarterly bonus along with a full range of top quality benefits and employee services including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, life and disability income insurance programs, 401k retirement plans with company match, generous tuition aid program, paid vacation, sick and personal days, paid holidays and flexible work hours with compressed work week options. We recognize and reward our employee's accomplishments and host several employee engagement events per quarter.
This position is at our Montville, NJ corporate offices location.
Many of our contracts require proof that you are a U.S. citizen and/or that an export license has been obtained for employees who are citizens of certain countries. Your employment, both initially and continually thereafter, is conditioned on the production of such proof of citizenship and/or any export license that may be required to comply with any and all applicable laws, regulations, or executive orders, or required by Federal, State, or local government contracts.
As a Federal Contractor, Marotta is required to have all employees vaccinated against COVID-19 or qualify for a religious or medical exemption.
If you are looking to grow or accelerate your career and be part of a best-in-class organization while enjoying a work-life balance, please visit our website at www.marotta.comto learn more about us and to apply. Check out all our openings at https://marotta.com/job-openings/
We are an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity employer M/F/IWD/Veterans
VETERANS ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $29.00 - $35.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 4x10
Application Question(s):
- This position requires US Citizenship. Do you meet this requirement?
- Our offices are located in Montville/Parsippany. Are you able to commute to this location? If not, are you open to relocation?
Work Location: In person
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