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NEW POSITION - Senior Hardware Design Engineer - Morrisville, NC Area

Reporting to the Hardware Engineering Manager

Networking interfaces, including T1/DS3/OC3/OC12/GigE/SONET, and working with Framers and LIUs
System and chassis architecture and design, including redundancy, power and cooling
Knowledge of uTCA or ATCA is a plus
Microprocessor, Network Processor, memory and FPGA design
Experience working with systems, mechanicals and compliance (safety, emission, immunity and NEBS)
Board bring-up and debug
Ability to use oscilloscopes, logic analyzers and soldering irons
Excellent interpersonal and teaming skills
Strong written and oral communications skills
Willingness to contribute ideas, work on patents, and work closely with Software Engineering, System Test, and Operations

One of the following skill sets of:

Compliance Engineering

Knowledge of statutory and industry requirements for communications products, including safety, emissions, NEBS, etc
Ability to define and manage certification projects with external contractors
Ability to modify and test boards
Ability to review schematics and PCB files.
Knowledge of components related to compliance engineering
Excellent interpersonal and teaming skills
Strong written and oral communications skills
Willingness to contribute ideas, work on patents, and work closely with Software Engineering, System Test, and Operations

OR

Components Engineering

Handling end of life issues, including identification and verification of drop-in replacements, as well as minor redesign to handle near-matches
Approval of new suppliers and second sources, working closely with quality and manufacturing groups
Experience with schematic capture and bill of materials tools
Ability to compare and contrast data sheets
Design verification
Excellent interpersonal and teaming skills
Strong written and oral communications skills
Willingness to contribute ideas, work on patents, and work closely with Software Engineering, System Test, and Operations
Educational and experience requirements are:

Requirements

BSEE or MSEE degree required
Experience: 8+ years related experience
Prefer Local Candidates, but can consider Relocation

Additional Information
Salary:  $75-110K
Position Type: Full Time

Interested in this position? Send us your resume and fill out an an online application.

NEW POSITION - Senior Process Engineer - Raleigh, NC Area

The Senior Process Engineer will provide design solutions and analyze current warehouse operations, recommend improvement based on analyses, and implement recommendations in areas such as warehouse design, equipment specification, storage systems and procedures and handling methods and processes. The position will be involved with Lean process analysis, both internally and with customers. The position will be responsible for Lean development with warehouse staff while establishing and maintaining related programs and a 5S compliant facility. The position will manage a small group of direct reports to help the facility meet the required objectives.

Duties and Responsibilities:
• Conduct process and procedure analysis to identify areas for time and cost savings. Develop baselines and track over-all savings.
• Analyze appropriateness of current technology and make equipment recommendations
• Develop process flow analyses to capture current operations and identify process improvements
• Conduct manpower studies to identify true staffing needs
• Consult on continuous process improvement for specific functions
• Review storage utilization and suggest re-layouts
• Review labor performance, reporting methods, systems and procedures
• Produce and maintain CAD layouts to allow for a detailed engineering analysis
• Analysis of programs such as national forklift safety training, quality training, rolling stock maintenance program and HAZMAT to assure compliance and consistencies among all facilities

Qualifications:
• B.S. Degree in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Logistics Engineering or a related discipline required

Skills/Experience:
• Experience with Facility Design (AutoCad computerized facility design & layout), work methods and resource requirements planning
• A minimum of 5 yrs. relevant work experience (logistics engineering, industrial engineering, etc.
• Experience with Industry accepted Six Sigma, Continuous Improvement or LEAN program methodologies highly preferred
• Proficiency with MS Office suite, Visio, and AutoCAD
• Knowledge of work measurement methodologies and tools
• Process flows
• Excellent written/oral communication skills and analytical skills
• Strong problem solving skills
• Understanding of warehouse management systems

Additional Information
Salary:  80-100K
Position Type: Full Time

Interested in this position? Send us your resume and fill out an an online application.

NEW POSITION - Production Control Coordinator - Raleigh, NC Area

Summary:
This position is responsible for production control processes of production posting to SAP for all reported production from formulators, preparing production campaign manuals for formulators, coordinating / assessing campaign “readiness” and audits of production invoices versus reported production. The position also develops and facilitates processes between the MANA inventory team and formulators to insure necessary inventory control of bulk storage, re-work and sub-assemblies / intermediates. The position provides project and backup support for the production manager and production supervisor.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following: Other duties may be assigned.

· Works closely with production / formulation facilities (3rd party tollers) regarding accurate and timely production reporting. Responsible for posting all such production into SAP Business One.

· Drives process improvements around production posting process, both internally and with formulators.

· Using input from Production Manager and Production Supervisor, prepares / maintains accurate production manuals for all production campaigns – including production specs, product quality specs, packaging specs, production schedule and any other special communications / requirements.

· Communicates / coordinates with Purchasing team and Planning team to insure all technical, raw materials, packaging and label components will be ready and available at the production facility with necessary lead time to insure successful / timely production start up.

· Coordinate material transfers physically and in SAP (tech, raw materials, packaging) as necessary to insure production readiness – specifically transfers from local warehouses to formulators.

· Liaison between production facilities and MANA to insure adequate bulk storage is available, monitor and internal reporting of bulk inventory levels and support inventory team in bulk related inventory reconciliation.

· Audit all production invoices from formulators to insure accuracy versus received production reports. Resolve any discrepancies with formulators as necessary.

· Develop a process for proper inventory consumption and production tracking when re-work of product is required. Coordinate associated communications to inventory team and other internal stakeholders.

· Develop a process for proper inventory and production tracking when sub-assemblies or intermediates are generated and held during production campaigns. Coordinate associated communications to inventory team and other internal stakeholders.

· Supports Production Manager in working on cost savings projects in the production process as assigned.

· Develops and maintains production records and prepares management reports as required and or requested.

· Exhibits functional and visionary leadership. Displays confidence in self and others in performing key essentials of this job position.

Travel is occasional but required (10 -15%). Overnight stays would be required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Competency:

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following core competencies:

· Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner using appropriate problem solving tools or techniques.

· Customer Service - Responds promptly to customer needs – both external and internal customers.

· Business Acumen – Understands business implications of decisions and actions.

· Cost Consciousness - Works within approved budget. Seeks approvals as appropriate.

· Judgment - Displays ability and willingness to make decisions.

· Motivation - Demonstrates persistence, work ethic and overcomes obstacles.

· Planning/Organizing – Prioritizes and plans work activities in an efficient and timely manner.

· Leadership - Inspires and motivates others to perform well and meet personal and business objectives.

· Professionalism - Reacts well under pressure.

· Oral Communication – Articulates thoughts and ideas clearly, confident with presenting thoughts or information to coworkers, vendors or customers.

· Participates effectively in meetings.

· Team Work - Balances team and individual responsibilities.

· Written Communication – Presents verbal and numerical data clearly and effectively through written means of communications – emails, reports or presentations.

· Quality Management – Clear understanding of quality control processes and techniques and ability to apply them internally and with vendors. Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness in all activities.

· Ethics - Works with integrity and ethics, complying with all business and regulatory rules / guidelines.

· Organizational Support – Follows policies and procedures. Supports organizational objectives.

· Adaptability – Able to deal with frequent change, delays or unexpected events.

· Dependability - Keeps commitments to coworkers, vendors or customers.

· Innovation – Meets challenges with resourcefulness and demonstrates creativity in doing so.

· Productivity - Strives to increase personal and business productivity through work ethic, utilization of tools, making process improvements and effective completion of assigned tasks.

Qualifications:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the

knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

Education/Experience:

Bachelor of Science degree (BS) in Agricultural Business Management, Bachelor of Science degree (B.S.) in Engineering, or a related field from four-year college or

university; ideally two to four years related experience preferred but will consider new graduate; or equivalent combination of education and global experience in the

Agricultural Chemical Industry.

Language Ability:

Ability to read professional journals, technical procedures, and governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.

Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, vendors, and customers.

Math Ability:

Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as production volumes, order quantities, container volumes, area, circumference, proportions, percentages, interest and

unit of measure conversions. Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra, geometry and business math.

Reading Ability:

Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of

instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

Certificates and Licenses:

Professional certifications or APICS certification a plus.

Computer Skills:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must have excellent knowledge of Microsoft office and specifically in Excel. MRP / ERP experience also desired – SAP preferred.


Additional Information
Salary: $45-50K