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Director of Research and Development
- Reports to Vice President of Engineering
SUMMARY
Director of R&D will spearhead the Research & Development initiatives and projects of the company. The Director will manage R&D Engineering Staff by assigning job goals to each staff member and evaluating not only their performance to those goals, but also their proficiency at using their core competencies. The Director manages project teams in the design, development and qualification of new products or research projects that could be utilized in new product technologies. The Director is responsible for keeping R&D resources focused on tasks to improve product development time to market. The Director of Research and Development will collaborate with the Director of Sustaining Engineering for product improvements, value engineering activities, engineering support, and Product quality issues. Implements and evaluates metrics on product development activities. Provides technical assistance to other SOR functions and customers. Adheres to and maintains compliance with SOR processes and procedures.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering with Mechanical Engineering competency
- Experience leading technical product development teams.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/RESPONSIBILITIES
- Supervises and coordinates R&D team activities.
- Conducts annual performance reviews and makes recommendations for hiring and promotions.
- Works with project teams in the design, development, and qualification of new products.
- Employs metrics to drive product development speed to market.
- Monitors team metrics and objectives to ensure goals are achieved.
- When leading projects, has the authority and responsibility for schedules, budgets, and deliverables of those activities.
- Leads key projects with R&D to support Engineering growth.
- Works with VP to implement Agile methodologies for product development.
- Holds review meetings, sprints, progress meetings, design review meetings and presents project status as required.
- Research’s, and identifies material, equipment or other supplies relating to the project activity.
- Provides technical support to other SOR functions and the customer (including site visits).
- Writes and updates procedures in accordance with company requirements (including ISO 9001 system) and trains affected personnel on changes.
- All other functions/responsibilities assigned by the manager.
REQUIRED SKILLS
- Direct management experience with proven track record of building successful teams and developing talent.
- 10 years of experience in product development with industrial systems.
- Experience and proficiency in design of electronic products.
- Agile product development experience including defining minimum viable product (MVP) and honing product definition to improve development speed.
- Knowledge and experience with PC Board design.
- Knowledge or expertise in software development.
- Strong understanding and familiarity with instrumentation and SOR’s markets a plus.
- Expert with electronic lab test equipment (e.g. power supplies, frequency analyzers, DSO, pressure raising equipment, etc.)
- Proven ability to direct the activities of a multi-disciplinary project team.
- Experience with mechanical design activities and techniques.
- Good troubleshooting skills.
- Familiar with project management techniques and tools (MS Project, Jira,).
- Computer literate: MS Word, Excel, Power Point.
- Excellent time management skills.
- Strong attention to detail.
- Excellent analytical skills.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Understand engineering drawings that conform to relevant national and international standards.
- Has worked within an ISO-9001 compliant quality system.
- Mathematical skills consistent with Bachelor of Science Degree in Engineering.
- Statistical Techniques: good understanding of fundamental statistics, DOE, SPC and hypothesis testing.
POSITION QUALIFICATIONS
Competency Statements
- Personal Attitude and Integrity – Ability to display a positive attitude regarding work and co-workers.
- Judgment/Decision Making – Ability to make thoughtful decisions. Ability to accept accountability.
- Dependability – Ability to meet work standards and attendance requirements of the position.
- Quality – Ability to actively support SOR quality standards.
- Problem Solving/Implementation – Ability to deal with varying workload requirements, manages change effectively. Organizes tasks in a logical sequence and identifies resources required for work plans.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
- Required to report to work punctually as scheduled and to work all scheduled hours and any required overtime.
- May occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 lbs.
- May need concentrated mental and/or visual attention that must be maintained for sustained periods of time.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
- Noise – low in office – occasionally moderate to high in lab or manufacturing areas.
- Lighting – good.
- Temperature – office environment.
- Hazardous duty – occasional involvement with test apparatus in lab that may include high pneumatic or hydraulic pressures in addition to extremes of temperature and high voltages and exposures to chemicals. Additionally, may be exposed to similar hazards in manufacturing or on-site visits.
- Radiation – occasional and minimal exposure when visiting nuclear power plants.
WORKING CONDITIONS
- Time will be spent in the manufacturing facilities and office settings.
- Potential exposure to chemicals, power, or other industrial environments.
REQUIRED TRAINING
All required training is determined by the department supervisor and/or manager. Procedures critical to this position can be identified as such on the Department Training Matrixes which are located in the Human Resources Department
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Drafter
- Reports to Vice President of Engineering
SUMMARY
Under the direction and supervision of the VP of Engineering, adheres to the policies and procedures of SOR, Inc. and to the guidelines and procedures as prescribed by ISO 9001. Primary function is to support the engineering staff in the preparation and release of documentation for new products and changes to existing designs for manufacturing. Performs related tasks to support other departments as needed and cooperates to establish close working relationships with co-workers of all departments. Utilizes engineering CAD software and the company’s business system software to complete job tasks. Attends meetings and in services. Works hours required to meet project deadlines.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
- High school education plus additional training equals two years college specializing in industrial manufacturing design/drafting.
- Minimum of three years’ experience working with engineers in the development, documentation, and introduction of new products into the manufacturing environment.
- Mechanical – Three years of CAD solids modeling. Preferably Pro/Engineer and PTC Windchill.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/RESPONSIBILITIES
- Creates preliminary and final production drawings of machined parts, castings, and assemblies with input from engineering staff. Uses various industrial standards, studies data from numerous sources and utilizes knowledge of drafting practices and mathematics to complete the drawings.
- Prepares documentation of special product as required by the customer from data supplied by Sales/Marketing and with input from engineering staff.
- Collaborates with the necessary organizational functions to organize and set-up product assembly and sub assembly levels for BOM structure.
- Creates and maintains the product configurator, bills-of-material, and part master file records so that proper inventory allocation / relief and accurate product costing can occur.
- Coordinates, organizes, and prepares documentation of engineering orders for new product designs and changes to existing products.
- Checks and reviews final engineering orders for accuracy and completeness and that they are in compliance with design input specifications.
- Creates drawings for product catalogs and technical data sheets.
- Adheres to guidelines and procedures as prescribed by ISO 9001.
- Adheres to safety measures and other personnel policies.
- Performs additional related tasks as necessary in supporting the SOR products.
- All other functions/responsibilities assigned by the manager.
REQUIRED SKILLS
§ Mechanical Designer
- Demonstrate knowledge of mechanical drawings, dimensioning, and tolerances.
- Knowledge of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing a plus.
- Proven ability to create models and drawings of machined components, castings, stampings, weld assemblies, and packaging using CAD solid modeling software.
- Use of Microsoft Word/Excel.
- Good communication and analytical skills.
- Good organizational and time management skills.
- Able to work with people at all levels of the organization. Team player; cooperative.
- Positive and enthusiastic.
- Thoughtful, logical thinker.
- Familiar with bills-of-material structure and have knowledge and understanding of manufacturing principles.
- The ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measurement. The ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent. The ability to apply advanced mathematical concepts or advanced mathematical operations.
POSITION QUALIFICATIONS
Competency Statements
- Personal Attitude and Integrity – Ability to display a positive attitude regarding work and co-workers.
- Judgment/Decision Making – Ability to make thoughtful decisions. Ability to accept accountability.
- Dependability – Ability to meet work standards and attendance requirements of the position.
- Quality – Ability to actively support SOR quality standards.
- Problem Solving/Implementation – Ability to deal with varying workload requirements, manages change effectively. Organizes tasks in a logical sequence and identifies resources required for work plans.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
- Required to report to work punctually as scheduled and to work all scheduled hours and any required overtime
WORK ENVIRONMENT
Majority of time spent in an office environment, low noise, and sufficient light, controlled temperatures. Mostly sitting at a computer terminal. Occasionally required to be in the manufacturing area where noise is moderate.
REQUIRED TRAINING
All required training is determined by the department supervisor and/or manager. Procedures critical to this position can be identified as such on the Department Training Matrixes which are located in the Human Resources Department
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Final Assembler
- Reports to Factory Focus Manager
SUMMARY
Final Assemblers responsibilities include kitting, building and final calibration of level units in the final assembly.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
- High School diploma or GED
- 1 – 3 years related experience
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/RESPONSIBILITIES
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- Basic Math: ability to add, subtract, multiply, divide, fractions, decimals, and metric system.
- Basic computer skills/Microsoft office
- Ability to read measurements.
- To be able to Use power tools, hand tools and measuring instruments.
- Able to read BOM’s, BOO’s and blueprints.
- Follow standard work documents and ISO procedures.
- Ability to follow standard work and ISO procedures.
- Work from a bill of material (BOM) and bill of operations (BOO)
- Keep work areas clean and orderly.
- Ability to communicate with supporting departments.
- Functions and responsibilities assigned by the supervisors.
- All the above essential duties and required skills.
- Work with application Engineer on special calibrations
- Pre-calibration, read special calibrating sheets.
- Ability to troubleshoot and recommend solutions for calibration problems.
- Ability to set up and operate hydro stand in a safe manner.,
- Daily duties may include sandblasting and maintenance of sandblasting equipment.
- Final Assembler 2
- All the above essential duties and required skills.
- Work with application Engineer on special calibrations
- Pre-calibration, read special calibrating sheets.
- Ability to troubleshoot and recommend solutions for calibration problems.
- Ability to set up and operate hydro stand in a safe manner.,
- Daily duties may include sandblasting and maintenance of sandblasting equipment.
- Final Assembler 3
- All the above essential duties and required skills.
- Ability to train new employees.
- Supervise and assign workloads to department employees based on skill sets.
- Knowledge of operating system (Infor).
Ability to maintain inventory/cycle counts and reconciliations
POSITION QUALIFICATIONS
Competency Statements
- Personal Attitude and Integrity – Ability to display a positive attitude regarding work and co-workers.
- Judgment/Decision Making – Ability to make thoughtful decisions. Ability to accept accountability.
- Dependability – Ability to meet work standards and attendance requirements of the position.
- Quality – Ability to actively support SOR quality standards.
- Problem Solving/Implementation – Ability to deal with varying workload requirements, manages change effectively. Organizes tasks in a logical sequence and identifies resources required for work plans.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
- Required to report to work punctually as scheduled and to work all scheduled hours and any required overtime
WORK ENVIRONMENT
- Climate controlled temperatures
- moderate noise levels
- good air quality
- Modern manufacturing Equipment
- Excellent lighting
REQUIRED TRAINING
All required training is determined by the department supervisor and/or manager. Procedures critical to this position can be identified as such on the Department Training Matrixes which are located in the Human Resources Department
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Night Shift CNC Machinist
- Reports to Director of Operations
SUMMARY
CNC Operator sets up, operates, and maintains the CNC Lathe and/or Mill machines.
Hours: Monday – Thursday; 4:00 p.m. to 2:30 a.m.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
- High School diploma or GED
- 1 – 3 years related experience
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/RESPONSIBILITIES
Entry level requirements
- Basic understanding of CNC machine language/codes.
- Read drawings.
- Must be able to interpret or identify correct bill of material.
- Adhere to guidelines and procedures as defined.
- Work from a bill of material (BOM) and bill of operations (BOO)
- Perform inspection of workpiece using gauge equipment
- Routine maintenance of machine tool
- Perform necessary duties using manual equipment.
Level 2 CNC machinist
- Tooling knowledge and maintenance
- Knowledge of various types of raw materials
- Identify problems with tooling, machine function, and raw materials.
- Able to perform setup of machine tool from process instructions.
- Capable of inspection and validation of first piece
- Ability to adjust or modify CNC programming as needed.
- Be familiar with the principles and techniques associated with Lean Manufacturing
- All other functions/responsibilities assigned by the manager.
Level 3 CNC machinist
- Capable of development and implementation of CNC machining process. IE CNC programming, process tooling, work holding, process documentation, and first article validation.
- Full competency in lathe, mill, and multi axis
- Understanding of automation in conjunction with machining.
REQUIRED SKILLS
- Basic Math: ability to add, subtract, multiply, divide, fractions, and decimals.
- Some knowledge of basic trigonometry for angles and arcs.
- Basic computer skills/Microsoft office
POSITION QUALIFICATIONS
Competency Statements
- Personal Attitude and Integrity – Ability to display a positive attitude regarding work and co-workers.
- Judgment/Decision Making – Ability to make thoughtful decisions. Ability to accept accountability.
- Dependability – Ability to meet work standards and attendance requirements of the position.
- Quality – Ability to actively support SOR quality standards.
- Problem Solving/Implementation – Ability to deal with varying workload requirements, manages change effectively. Organizes tasks in a logical sequence and identifies resources required for work plans.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
- Required to report to work punctually as scheduled and to work all scheduled hours and any required overtime
WORK ENVIRONMENT
Exposure to dust, non-hazardous chemicals, moderate noise levels, moderate temperatures, and occasionally high noise levels.
REQUIRED TRAINING
All required training is determined by the department supervisor and/or manager. Procedures critical to this position can be identified as such on the Department Training Matrixes which are located in the Human Resources Department
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Pressure Assembler
- Reports To Focus Factory Manager
Reasonable Accommodations Statement
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Education and/or Experience
▪ High School diploma or GED
▪ 6 – 12 months related experience and/or training preferredEssential Functions Statements
▪ Pre-calibration, read special calibrating sheets.
▪ Read ISO procedures and blueprints.
▪ Knowledge of all model options
▪ Knowledge of torque wrench charts
▪ Work with application Engineer on special calibrations
▪ Communication with Sub-Weld, Sub-Assembly, and Quality Control
▪ Read and follow Job Orders to fill orders and pull parts.
▪ Assemble using drill press, screw drivers, torque wrenches and hammers.
▪ Build switches per Job Order.
▪ Calibrate every switch using a test stand.
▪ Put covers on switches and scale the inside.
▪ Close orders in computer and send to shipping or End of Line inspection.
▪ Organize inventory and understand how it works.
▪ Adhere to guidelines and procedures proscribed by ISO 9001.
▪ All other functions/responsibilities assigned by the manager.Required Skills
▪ Basic computer skills.
▪ Detail-oriented.
▪ Basic Math: the ability to add, subtract, multiply, divide, fractions, and decimals.Position Qualifications
Competency Statements
- Personal Attitude and Integrity – Ability to display a positive attitude regarding work and co-workers.
- Judgment/Decision Making – Ability to make thoughtful decisions. Ability to accept accountability.
- Dependability – Ability to meet work standards and attendance requirements of the position.
- Quality – Ability to actively support SOR quality standards.
- Problem Solving/Implementation – Ability to deal with varying workload requirements, manages change effectively. Organizes tasks in a logical sequence and identifies resources required for work plans.
Physical Demands
▪ Required to report to work punctually as scheduled and to work all scheduled hours and any required
overtime.
▪ Occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 lbs.Work Environment
▪ Exposed to moderate noise and temperatures.
▪ Exposed to dust and some chemical processes.Required Training
All required training is determined by the department supervisor and/or manager. Procedures critical to this position can be identified as such on the Department Training Matrixes which are located in the Human Resources Department.
- Reports To Focus Factory Manager
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Sensor Technician
- Reports To Focused Factory Manager
Reasonable Accommodations Statement
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable Accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Education and/or Experience
- High School diploma or GED
Essential Functions Statement
- Demonstrate knowledge of Oxygen/Acetylene soldering & brazing and Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (GTAW) principles and practices.
- Interpret and fabricate parts from drawings.
- Demonstrate Safe behavior and techniques for storing and handling cylinders.
- Demonstrate the proper use of Equipment.
- Demonstrate knowledge of soldering/brazing, weld inspection and testing principles and practices.
- All other functions/responsibilities assigned by the manager.
Required Skills
- Soldering/Brazing, Welding, & Mechanical skills.
- Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
- Good hand-eye coordination.
- Proper use of measuring devices to determine size, length, angle, and distance.
- Good effective proactive communications with Supervision, Production and Support personnel.
- Ability to read and interpret drawings and equipment manuals.
- Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
- Basic Math: the ability to add, subtract, multiply, divide, fractions, and decimals.
Position Qualifications
- Personal Attitude and Integrity – Ability to display a positive attitude regarding work and co-workers.
- Judgment/Decision Making – Ability to make thoughtful decisions. Ability to accept accountability.
- Dependability – Ability to meet work standards and attendance requirements of the position.
- Quality – Ability to actively support SOR quality standards.
- Problem Solving/Implementation – Ability to deal with varying workload requirements, manages change effectively. Organizes tasks in a logical sequence and identifies resources required for work plans.
Physical Demands
- Required to report to work punctually as scheduled and to work all scheduled hours and any required overtime.
Work Environment
Employees are exposed to dust, welding arc rays, welding fumes, gas fumes, sulfur-based cutting oil, grinding, moderate to high noise volume, and moderate temperatures. Appropriate Safety PPE is provided.
Required Training
All required training is determined by the department supervisor and/or manager. Procedures critical to this position can be identified as such on the Department Training Matrixes which are located in the Human Resources Department.
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SOR employees truly make a difference in the industrial world. Our products are vital to power generation, oil & gas, food, transportation, and other industries. They provide critical monitoring and safety measures that ensure proper process manufacturing guidelines are maintained and help prevent catastrophic events from occurring – you could even say that they save lives.
As a part of a company that values its relationships with customers and employees, you will look forward to coming to work. SOR employees enjoy competitive compensation, benefits, and a sense of teamwork that is rare in many of today’s companies.
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