Cornell Dubilier - Manufacturer of Power Capacitors
Sr. Manufacturing Engineer
Cornell Dubilier - Manufacturer of Power Capacitors, Cazenovia, New York, United States
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Cornell Dubilier - Manufacturer of Power Capacitors . The Manufacturing Engineering group at Knowles Precision Devices is responsible for process engineering, yield improvement and new process introduction. The Knowles Thin Film Product Line includes RF and microwave components and custom built substrates for applications in telecom, aerospace and defense markets. This position is a hands-on engineering role with project management responsibilities for an experienced engineer in solving complex problems, while providing support to operations through improving yield, improving the flow of parts and implementing new equipment. This is a fast paced position, working on parallel projects that requires time management to support short term and long term needs of the company. Salary and title dependent on experience.
Job Details
Department: Engineering and R&D
Employment Type: Full Time
Location: Cazenovia, New York
Workplace type: Onsite
Compensation: $90,000 - $130,000 / year
Reporting To: Sr. Manager, Manufacturing Engineering
Key Responsibilities
Participate in, organize and run yield improvement projects, relying on knowledge of processes, systems of systems, and LSS methodologies in support of organizational goals
Work with multi-disciplinary (materials, chemistry, mechanical, RF, electronics) and cross-functional (operations, engineering, QA, CI) teams
Run equipment, processes and experiments in an operational environment
Collect and analyze data on yield and process capability
Update and develop operations documentation (WI/JI) for existing processes and new processes
Participate in Material Review Board (MRB) and Failure Review Board (FRB) for Root Cause investigations
Comply with and support company policies and programs regarding safety, security, ISO, EEO, OSHA
Skills, Knowledge and Expertise
7+ years’ experience supporting manufacturing in process engineering, QA or continuous improvement roles.
3+ years’ direct experience with semi-conductor or thin film processes such as: Photolithography, electrolytic and electroless plating, Sputter, CVD or other vacuum deposition, Plasma etching, or die singulation
Bachelors of Science in engineering or science, or equivalent experience
Experience with statistical methods (DOE, SPC, FMEA) and data analysis tools (e.g., JMP, Minitab, MATLAB, Python, SQL)
Experience reading and understanding CAD engineering drawings using GD&T
Experience measuring and validating workmanship to drawing specification
Experience authoring job instructions and work instructions
Strong written and verbal communication skills, communicating to both operators and management
Willingness to train others and work as a member of inter-disciplinary teams
Leadership or supervisory experience a plus
Project management experience; certification a plus
Must be able to perform lab duties in an ISO certified clean room, meeting gowning, ESD, and EHS requirements
Due to US Export Regulations all candidates must be a U.S. person (i.e. U.S. Citizen, lawful permanent resident, or protected individual)
Benefits
Medical, dental and vision insurance plans
Prescription Drug Plans
Basic Life Insurance
401k plan with company match
Tuition Reimbursement Program
Security Clearance Incentive Program
Employee Referral Program
Flex PTO and NYS Sick and Safe Leave
Paid Holidays
Exciting Onsite Perks
Free Starbucks coffee available at our café
Free access to our Fitness Center
Fresh food is available for purchase in the cafeteria store.
Employee Appreciation Events
Knowles is committed to providing a competitive and fair total compensation package for all employees.
One element in our total compensation package is base pay. The starting salary for this role is targeted to be between $90,000 to $130,000 annually. Individual compensation decisions are based on a number of factors, including but not limited to previous experience and skills acquired prior to joining Knowles, cost of living in the assigned work location, assigned schedule, and salaries of similarly situated peers at the company. It is to be expected that candidates will come to us with different sets of skills and experiences and therefore will be paid at different points in the stated range. We recognize that the person(s) we select for hire may be less experienced or more experienced than the role as posted; if this is the case, any updates to available salary ranges will be communicated with candidates during the recruitment process.
Equal Opportunity Statement:
Knowles Precision Devices prohibits pay discrimination and discrimination of any kind based on race, color, gender, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, gender expression or identity, sexual orientation, or other legally protected status.
ITAR Statement:
Please note that this position may require access to technical data controlled under the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) or Export Administration Regulations (EAR). Applicants must be U.S. persons (citizens, lawful permanent residents, or individuals granted refugee or asylee status) or have the necessary authorization to access controlled technical data. Compliance with ITAR and EAR regulations is a condition of employment.
Notice to Staffing Agencies, Search Firms and Recruitment Agencies:
The recruitment process at Knowles is managed through the Human Resources department. Knowles does not accept resumes submitted from 3rd party agencies outside of our system. To submit resumes, 3rd party agencies will need to be a pre-approved vendor with a valid contract in place, be actively engaged by Knowles to recruit for a specific position and have agency log in credentials to submit candidates to our careers portal. Please do not submit resumes via e-mail, through our external website or directly to our employees. Any resumes submitted in this way become the property of Knowles and will not be eligible for any placement fee.
About Knowles:
Knowles is a leading manufacturer of specialty electronic components. We design parts that perform unique, critical functions for innovative technologies. Through extreme reliability, custom engineering, and scalable manufacturing, we enable businesses to succeed in the most demanding applications across medtech, defense, and industrial markets. Our high-performance capacitors, RF and microwave filters, advanced medtech microphones, balanced armature speakers, and miniaturization products enable and enhance the performance of technologies with the power to change, improve, and save lives. Founded in 1946 and headquartered in Itasca, Illinois, Knowles has grown into a global organization with employees spanning 11 countries.
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Sr. Manufacturing Engineer
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Cornell Dubilier - Manufacturer of Power Capacitors . The Manufacturing Engineering group at Knowles Precision Devices is responsible for process engineering, yield improvement and new process introduction. The Knowles Thin Film Product Line includes RF and microwave components and custom built substrates for applications in telecom, aerospace and defense markets. This position is a hands-on engineering role with project management responsibilities for an experienced engineer in solving complex problems, while providing support to operations through improving yield, improving the flow of parts and implementing new equipment. This is a fast paced position, working on parallel projects that requires time management to support short term and long term needs of the company. Salary and title dependent on experience.
Job Details
Department: Engineering and R&D
Employment Type: Full Time
Location: Cazenovia, New York
Workplace type: Onsite
Compensation: $90,000 - $130,000 / year
Reporting To: Sr. Manager, Manufacturing Engineering
Key Responsibilities
Participate in, organize and run yield improvement projects, relying on knowledge of processes, systems of systems, and LSS methodologies in support of organizational goals
Work with multi-disciplinary (materials, chemistry, mechanical, RF, electronics) and cross-functional (operations, engineering, QA, CI) teams
Run equipment, processes and experiments in an operational environment
Collect and analyze data on yield and process capability
Update and develop operations documentation (WI/JI) for existing processes and new processes
Participate in Material Review Board (MRB) and Failure Review Board (FRB) for Root Cause investigations
Comply with and support company policies and programs regarding safety, security, ISO, EEO, OSHA
Skills, Knowledge and Expertise
7+ years’ experience supporting manufacturing in process engineering, QA or continuous improvement roles.
3+ years’ direct experience with semi-conductor or thin film processes such as: Photolithography, electrolytic and electroless plating, Sputter, CVD or other vacuum deposition, Plasma etching, or die singulation
Bachelors of Science in engineering or science, or equivalent experience
Experience with statistical methods (DOE, SPC, FMEA) and data analysis tools (e.g., JMP, Minitab, MATLAB, Python, SQL)
Experience reading and understanding CAD engineering drawings using GD&T
Experience measuring and validating workmanship to drawing specification
Experience authoring job instructions and work instructions
Strong written and verbal communication skills, communicating to both operators and management
Willingness to train others and work as a member of inter-disciplinary teams
Leadership or supervisory experience a plus
Project management experience; certification a plus
Must be able to perform lab duties in an ISO certified clean room, meeting gowning, ESD, and EHS requirements
Due to US Export Regulations all candidates must be a U.S. person (i.e. U.S. Citizen, lawful permanent resident, or protected individual)
Benefits
Medical, dental and vision insurance plans
Prescription Drug Plans
Basic Life Insurance
401k plan with company match
Tuition Reimbursement Program
Security Clearance Incentive Program
Employee Referral Program
Flex PTO and NYS Sick and Safe Leave
Paid Holidays
Exciting Onsite Perks
Free Starbucks coffee available at our café
Free access to our Fitness Center
Fresh food is available for purchase in the cafeteria store.
Employee Appreciation Events
Knowles is committed to providing a competitive and fair total compensation package for all employees.
One element in our total compensation package is base pay. The starting salary for this role is targeted to be between $90,000 to $130,000 annually. Individual compensation decisions are based on a number of factors, including but not limited to previous experience and skills acquired prior to joining Knowles, cost of living in the assigned work location, assigned schedule, and salaries of similarly situated peers at the company. It is to be expected that candidates will come to us with different sets of skills and experiences and therefore will be paid at different points in the stated range. We recognize that the person(s) we select for hire may be less experienced or more experienced than the role as posted; if this is the case, any updates to available salary ranges will be communicated with candidates during the recruitment process.
Equal Opportunity Statement:
Knowles Precision Devices prohibits pay discrimination and discrimination of any kind based on race, color, gender, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, gender expression or identity, sexual orientation, or other legally protected status.
ITAR Statement:
Please note that this position may require access to technical data controlled under the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) or Export Administration Regulations (EAR). Applicants must be U.S. persons (citizens, lawful permanent residents, or individuals granted refugee or asylee status) or have the necessary authorization to access controlled technical data. Compliance with ITAR and EAR regulations is a condition of employment.
Notice to Staffing Agencies, Search Firms and Recruitment Agencies:
The recruitment process at Knowles is managed through the Human Resources department. Knowles does not accept resumes submitted from 3rd party agencies outside of our system. To submit resumes, 3rd party agencies will need to be a pre-approved vendor with a valid contract in place, be actively engaged by Knowles to recruit for a specific position and have agency log in credentials to submit candidates to our careers portal. Please do not submit resumes via e-mail, through our external website or directly to our employees. Any resumes submitted in this way become the property of Knowles and will not be eligible for any placement fee.
About Knowles:
Knowles is a leading manufacturer of specialty electronic components. We design parts that perform unique, critical functions for innovative technologies. Through extreme reliability, custom engineering, and scalable manufacturing, we enable businesses to succeed in the most demanding applications across medtech, defense, and industrial markets. Our high-performance capacitors, RF and microwave filters, advanced medtech microphones, balanced armature speakers, and miniaturization products enable and enhance the performance of technologies with the power to change, improve, and save lives. Founded in 1946 and headquartered in Itasca, Illinois, Knowles has grown into a global organization with employees spanning 11 countries.
Apply Now
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