ME Tech - Kahr; METEC

With continual growth comes opportunity and Sargent has an immediate opening for a Manufacturing Engineering Technician - Kahr.

This position reports directly to the Manufacturing Engineering Manager. The purpose of the position is to provide support to the Manufacturing Engineering Department. This position requires excellent attention to detail. This position requires exceptional communication and organizational skills. Applicants must be good problem solvers, focused on effectiveness, organized, flexible, self-directed, and must possess excellent written and verbal communication skills. The ability to manage change and frequent interruptions are vital to this position.

• Ensure safety is the foundation of daily work through vigilance and accountability.
• Promote a culture of Continual Improvement by utilizing Lean Six Sigma methodologies to drive quality improvements, reduce manufacturing cost, minimize waste and improve efficiency
• Supports the ME team at all levels & operations with required technical and general support
• Interpret and maintain manufacturing process documentation (i.e. routers, RWPs, SOP’s, Work Orders)
• Process and track different engineering administrative responsibilities
• Provide technical data for front end business activities
• Evaluate supplier issues and provide technical guidance
• Coordinate the acquisition and implementation of capital equipment/expenditures
• Implement process documentation and provide training for production personnel
• Actively participate in the engineering change process
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned

• Associate’s degree plus 2 years of manufacturing or related experience.
  • OR in lieu of a degree, minimum of 3 years manufacturing or related experience and high school diploma or GED.
• Attendance and punctuality at work are essential functions of this position.
• Demonstrated hands on and basic computer abilities through employment or personal projects.
• Read and interpret assembly drawings, procedures and ensure blueprint compliance.
• Ability to interpret and write clear technical instructions.

This role is subject to compliance with the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and the Export Administration Regulations (EAR), which requires the incumbent to be either a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident [“green card” holders] or have refugee or asylee status. Non-US Citizens may be restricted from certain programs.

• Lean/six sigma yellow belt or Certification in Six Sigma and Lean Principles.
• Pursuing or interested in pursuing a BS in Engineering.

RBC Bearings Incorporated(NYSE: RBC/RBCP) is a leading international manufacturer of highly engineered precision bearings, components, and essential systems for the industrial, defense and aerospace industries. Founded in 1919, the Company is primarily focused on producing highly technical and/or regulated bearing products and components requiring sophisticated design, testing, and manufacturing capabilities for the diversified industrial, aerospace and defense markets. RBC currently has 56 facilities, of which 37 are manufacturing facilities in ten countries and the market capitalization is approximately $6.2 billion.

In 2015, RBC acquired Sargent Aerospace and Defense.

Founded in 1920, Sargent Aerospace & Defense leverages 100 years of expertise as a premier global supplier of precision engineered customized components that directly contributes to the safe operation of countless commercial and military aircraft, rotorcraft, submarines, and land-based vehicles.

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