Legrand North America is hiring: Manufacturing Engineering Technician in Reno

Position Description:

At a Glance

Legrand has an exciting opportunity for a Manufacturing Engineering Technician to join the Data, Power & Control Team in Reno, NV. Under general supervision of the Manufacturing Engineering Manager, the Manufacturing Engineering Technician will support the manufacturing process through equipment assembly/setup/maintenance, tool room support, and manufacturing documentation creation. Manufacturing Engineering Technician is an entry level position that also uses their creativity and practical knowledge to optimize best practices throughout production. This position will provide technical assistance to the Manufacturing Engineers to develop practical solutions for manufacture, test, or improve company products. The Manufacturing Engineering Technician will ensure that all assigned duties are performed quickly, efficiently, and according to the established departmental and company policies, procedures, and goals. The Manufacturing Engineering Technician, as with all members of the DPC Team, is expected to promote a positive attitude, demonstrate initiative, professionalism, personal awareness, integrity, and exercise confidentiality.

Main Job Duties:

• Distribute and receive parts, tools, and equipment to employees.
• Ensure tool room items are documented and accounted for.
• Update tool room database to ensure accuracy of items.
• Identify, maintain, and track the location of each part and tool in the organization.
• Organize and maintain parts and equipment in the tool room.
• Maintain inventory of and familiarity with hazardous materials.
• Update Safety Data Sheets (SDS) for all hazardous materials.
• Identify all spare parts inventory with labeling and database records.
• Uphold familiarity with EPA compatibility chart for hazardous material and conduct proper procedures for disposing hazardous waste.
• Assemble and maintain tooling and fixtures required for manufacturing processes.
• Assist in the creation and maintenance of manufacturing processes and documentation.
• Assist in ESD equipment testing.
• Assist with new product introduction initiatives throughout Operations both at the contract manufacturers and STI.
• Support resolution of Bill of Materials and routing errors in Company ERP systems.
• Generate Manufacturing Change Orders (MCOs) and complete MCO implementations according to established processes, providing implementation requirements and due dates.
• Assist and support Manufacturing Engineers in various projects.
• Perform time studies to assist in the establishment of labor and assembly time standards.
• Participate in process improvement initiatives in Manufacturing Engineering.
• Participates in both internal and external audits.
• Promote positive company user relations by projecting a courteous, helpful attitude and assisting employees when appropriate.
• Display original thinking and creativity; Meet challenges with resourcefulness; Generate suggestions for improving work; Develop innovative approaches and ideas.
• Display willingness to make decisions; Exhibit sound and accurate judgment; Support and explain reasoning for decisions; Include appropriate people in decision-making process (specifically Department Managers); Make timely decisions.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

Education: High school diploma or general education degree (GED) supplemented by college level Electronics Technician coursework; Associates Degree in Industrial Electronics or related field, preferred; or three years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Experience: 2 years manufacturing engineering experience in a high-volume production environment is preferred.

Required Skills/Knowledge/Abilities:

• Basic electrical understanding/knowledge
• Computer proficient with knowledge of Microsoft Office products (Word/Excel/Outlook).
• Self-management skills including planning, organizing, and coordinating tasks.
• Effective oral and written communication skills with the ability to provide information across multiple groups in the Company including Manufacturing, Engineering, Quality and Purchasing.
• Strong attention to detail and organization/planning skills and the ability to work independently.

Desired Skills/Knowledge/Abilities:

• 2D and 3D CAD Design experience
• Familiarity of ISO 9000 standards and audit process.

Required Competencies:

• Detail Oriented Be able to keep track of and create task lists.
• Follow Through Can finish projects completely and keep track of the details.
• Time Management Be able to work on multiple projects concurrently and keep track of progress and status.
• Quality focused Able to keep quality standards high in the face of time pressure.
• Accurate Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; looks for ways to improve and promote quality; applies feedback to improve performance; monitors own work to ensure quality.
• Communication Deliver on metrics, expresses ideas and thoughts verbally; expresses ideas and thoughts in written form; exhibits good listening and comprehension; keeps others adequately informed; selects and uses appropriate communication methods.
• Follows Instructions Can perform tasks following the plans that are already written.
• Focused Can address distractions, stay focused on tasks, and take responsibility for the outcomes.
• Customer focused Able to serve our customers effectively.

Work Environment and Physical Demands:

Work environment is fast-paced and priorities can shift quickly. All employees are expected to go outside their primary responsibilities when required, and multi-task job duties on a regular basis. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is frequently required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 40 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

*This position is not designated as safety sensitive per NRS 613.132

Company Info:

About Legrand

Every single day, Legrand brings power, light and data to millions of spaces around the world. Legrand is a global, publicly-traded company listed on the Euronext (Legrand SA EPA: LR) with 36,000 employees worldwide, a market cap of $16B, revenue of more than $5 billion, with products sold in 180 countries. Legrand is listed on the Forbes Global 2000 as one of the worlds best employers. For more information, visit legrand.com.

About Legrand North and Central America

Legrand North and Central America (LNCA) employs over 5,000 associates in 60 locations, working in 6 product categories (Electrical Wiring Systems, Building Control Systems, AV, Data Communications, Power Distribution and Control, and Lighting). LNCA offers comprehensive medical, dental and vision coverage. LNCA offers distinctive benefits like high employer 401K match, above-benchmark paid maternity leave, paid time off to volunteer, and an active womens network. LNCA is an employee-centered, growth company with tremendous opportunity. For more information, visit legrand.us.

About Legrands Data Center Power and Control Division

Legrands Data, Power & Control (DPC) division is a global provider of award winning technology and infrastructure products which serve the expanding requirements of todays data centers and related ecosystems. Our innovative products are principally sold under the Starline, Raritan, Server Technology, US Safety Trolley, and Legrand brand names. As a leading provider of best in class overhead power supply systems, intelligent PDUs, KVM switches, connectivity, cabinet and containment solutions, our goal is to support next generation technologies with flexibility for future growth and energy and installation efficiencies, united by superior design. For more information, visit raritan.com and servertech.com

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