Manufacturing Engineer

We are seeking an experienced Manufacturing Engineer with a strong background in quality assurance and regulatory compliance to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will play a critical role in optimizing manufacturing processes, ensuring product quality, and maintaining compliance with industry standards and regulations for electric motor production. This position requires a proactive problem-solver with deep technical expertise and a commitment to operational excellence.

About Our Company

ElectroCraft, Inc. provides application-engineered specialty fractional-horsepower motor and motion control products. Under the hood, Electrocraft motion systems power critical components of some of the world's most innovative products in medical equipment, robotics, industrial automation, agriculture, and lab equipment. Some of our innovative products include DC motors, gear motors, linear actuators, and motor drives. With facilities and customers around the globe, ElectroCraft provides advanced precision solutions with the highest reliability and lowest total cost of ownership, which is why it is trusted by both the largest brands and the newest cutting-edge companies.

Key Responsibilities

• Process Optimization: Design, develop, and implement efficient manufacturing processes for electric motor production, focusing on scalability, cost-effectiveness, and quality.
• Quality Assurance: Lead quality control initiatives, investigations and studies to ensure products meet or exceed customer and regulatory requirements.
• Regulatory Compliance: Ensure all manufacturing processes and products comply with relevant standards, including ISO 9001, UL, CE, and other applicable U.S. and international regulations.
• Root Cause Analysis: Investigate and resolve production issues using advanced problem-solving methodologies (e.g., Six Sigma, 8D, FMEA) to minimize defects and improve yield.
• Continuous Improvement: Drive lean manufacturing initiatives and continuous improvement projects to enhance productivity, reduce waste, and improve overall operational efficiency.
• Documentation and Reporting: Maintain detailed documentation for manufacturing processes, quality inspections, and regulatory audits. Prepare reports for internal stakeholders and external regulatory bodies.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with design, production, and supply chain teams to ensure seamless integration of new products and processes into manufacturing operations.
• Equipment and Tooling: Specify, select, and validate manufacturing equipment, tools, and automation systems to support high-volume production while maintaining quality standards.
• Training and Mentorship: Provide technical guidance and training to production staff and junior engineers to ensure adherence to best practices and quality standards.
• Supplier Quality Management: Collaborate with suppliers to ensure raw materials and components meet stringent quality and regulatory requirements.

Basic and Social Skills, Leadership, and Business

• Problem-solving & Critical Thinking: Capable of analyzing complex manufacturing and design challenges, diagnosing root causes, and developing effective solutions
• Attention to Detail & Accuracy: Meticulous in interpreting and producing technical drawings, models, and documentation to ensure precision and consistency.
• Excellent Communication (Verbal and Written): Comfortable articulating technical concepts clearly across cross-functional teams.
• Team Collaboration & Interpersonal

Skills

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to the job. They are not intended to be an all-encompassing list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.