Manufacturing Engineer Job at JFC Staffing in Ephrata

Manufacturing Engineer Job Description
Our client is looking for a Manufacturing Engineer to add to their team in the Ephrata, PA area. In this position, a driven and innovative professional will thrive. It is an exciting Direct Hire position! The compensation for this position is up to $95K for the right candidate.

Responsibilities:

• Serve as the first responder for manufacturing issues, using expertise in machining, materials, and engineering to coordinate with floor staff, supervisors, and engineers to minimize downtime.
• Communicate project status to management and maintain detailed documentation, including plans, updates, and final reports.
• Collaborate with personnel across departments on continuous improvement efforts.
• Build RF cables, connector assemblies, PCBs, prototypes, and demo units for engineering and customer evaluation.
• Support Engineering by assembling technical documentation and providing mechanical/electrical performance test data.
• Analyze test failures and assist with root cause analysis in collaboration with Engineering, Quality, and Production teams.
• Aid the Tooling Department with tool trials and assess production-related tooling requests.
• Operate and maintain RF test equipment, including developing related test programs and procedures.
• Troubleshoot, verify, and perform routine maintenance on RF test hardware.
• Exhibit self-driven leadership consistent with company values.

Requirements:

• Associate's Degree in Engineering, Mathematics, or Statistics required; Bachelor's preferred.
• Green Belt Six Sigma certification preferred.
• 5+ years of hands-on manufacturing process improvement experience.
• Skilled in root cause analysis, creative problem-solving, and continuous improvement (Lean, Six Sigma).
• Proficient with precision measuring tools (calipers, micrometers, multimeters) and familiar with electrical test equipment (oscilloscope, network analyzer, etc.).
• Experienced in hand soldering of electrical components and PCBs.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and system optimization abilities.
• Excellent manual dexterity for fine component handling
• Able to manage multiple projects, meet deadlines, and adapt to shifting priorities.
• Effective communicator with strong cross-functional collaboration and technical writing skills.
• Proficient in reading technical drawings and using computer applications.
• Detail-oriented, quality-focused, budget-conscious, and self-motivated.

EOE

Not ready to apply or have some further questions? Contact Meredith Gross at mgross@jfcglobal.com or 717-761-8095 for a confidential conversation.