Engineer, Manufacturing

We're a diversified, global technology leader helping customers innovate with confidence, enhance their competitiveness, and boost their efficiency.Our businesses-Scientific Instruments, Vacuum Technologies, and Electronics Manufacturing-bring together our high quality, innovative and user-friendly products with industry-leading service and support to create genuinely inspired solutions.Each person at Varian, Inc. is dedicated to our credo-Inspiring Excellence. Inspiring Excellence calls on us to always act with integrity, and with absolute commitment to our customers needs and dreams. At Varian, Inc. we're inspired by our customers, and strive to inspire others in all we do.Function: Manufacturing/Materials/PurchasingProduct Area: NMR SystemsResponsibilities:SPECIFIC DUTIES
Develops, implements and maintains methods, operation sequence and processes in the manufacture or fabrication of parts, components, sub assemblies and final assemblies.
Interfaces with design engineering in coordinating the release of new products.
Estimates manufacturing cost, determines time standards and makes recommendations for tooling and process requirements of new or existing product lines.
Maintains records and reporting systems for coordination of manufacturing operations.OTHER REQUIREMENTS
Uses a logical, systematic approach to solving problems through analysis and evaluation of alternate solutions.
Acts in a professional manner even when dealing with time demands and/or interpersonal conflict.
Maintains a flexible approach toward task scheduling.
Demonstrates strong communication skills by clearly documenting activities and presenting information, technical content and ideas through spoken and written words; listens well.
Follows through on tasks to completion.
Defines and prioritizes realistic, specific goals; able to complete scheduled tasks in the face of changing priorities. REQUIREMENTS
Qualifications:
1. BS in Engineering plus related experience; two years for Engineer; four years for Sr. Engineer.
2. Sound knowledge of manufacturing techniques and process control.
3. Familiarity with the process of integrating technical designs into a production environment.
4. Experience with outsourcing products and sourcing material from low cost centers.
5. Experience in managing complex, high profile projects.
6. Knowledge of SAP applications is a plus.CB