Manufacturing Engineering Technician

The primary escalation point for complex manufacturing equipment, automation, and process performance issues. This position combines advanced troubleshooting, manufacturing data analysis, process optimization, controls support, project leadership, and engineering collaboration to improve equipment reliability, product quality, and manufacturing efficiency. The role provides technical leadership across production, maintenance, and engineering teams while supporting continuous improvement and automation initiatives.

Responsibilities

Process Monitoring & Optimization
•    Monitor product yield and manufacturing performance in Dry and Wet production areas.
•    Analyze manufacturing, downtime, scrap, yield, and equipment performance data to identify trends and drive corrective actions.
•    Support and lead process improvement initiatives using data analysis and statistical problem-solving methods.
•    Assist with equipment and process validations, including IQ/OQ/PQ activities.

Equipment Maintenance & Troubleshooting
•    Serve as the primary escalation resource for complex electrical, mechanical, controls, automation, and process-related issues.
•    Troubleshoot and resolve failures involving PLCs, robotics, vision systems, CNC equipment, and manufacturing systems.
•    Provide advanced technical support and guidance to production and maintenance teams.
•    Partner with maintenance teams to identify root causes and long-term corrective actions for equipment reliability issues.

Technical Support & Collaboration
•    Serve as the technical leader for complex manufacturing, equipment, automation, and process-related issues. 
•    Provide technical leadership during equipment failures, manufacturing disruptions, and continuous improvement efforts. 
•    Influence technical decisions through analysis, risk assessment, and solution recommendations.
•    Coordinate with equipment suppliers, vendors, and other CooperVision sites to resolve technical issues and implement improvements. 
•    Communicate equipment, process, and shift-related changes across teams and shifts.
 

Continuous Improvement & Engineering Support
•    Lead small-to-medium manufacturing improvement projects focused on quality, productivity, reliability, and cost reduction.
•    Support automation, controls, tooling, and equipment enhancement initiatives using engineering and CAD tools to improve manufacturing performance.

Training & Leadership
•    Provide technical mentorship and guidance to technicians, operators, and maintenance personnel. •    Facilitate knowledge transfer of new equipment, controls changes, and process improvements. •    Provide leadership support during operational disruptions and critical manufacturing events.