Printed Circuit Board Process Engineering Manager

TTM Technologies, Inc. – Publicly Traded US Company, NASDAQ (TTMI) – Top-5 Global Printed Circuit Board Manufacturer

TTM Technologies, Inc. is a leading global manufacturer of technology solutions including engineered systems, radio frequency (“RF”) components and RF microwave/microelectronic assemblies, and quick-turn and technologically advanced printed circuit boards (“PCBs”). TTM stands for time-to-market, representing how TTM's time-critical, one-stop manufacturing services enable customers to shorten the time required to develop new products and bring them to market.

Additional information can be found at www.ttm.com

SCOPE:

The Process Engineering Manager will direct plant functions of Process Engineering across all Denver PCB buildings to produce high quality products through equipment, process controls and continuous improvement.

This position works from our facility at 8192 Southpark Lane, Littleton, CO. Flexibility to travel to other TTM buildings in Littleton is required as well as occasional out of state travel.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Responsible for setting the engineering vision and strategy to meet overall long- and short-term company goals. This includes definition and communication of goals, key objectives, and metrics.

• Ensures that process engineering meets the business needs of the company as they relate to capabilities, processes, technologies, and capacity.  Stays current with related manufacturing trends.

• Develops and enforces a culture of strong engineering discipline including robust process definition, extensive testing prior to production implementation, robust change management processes, clear and complete manufacturing instructions, statistical process monitoring and control, proactive error proofing, etc.

• Develops and maintains tactical and strategic plans to achieve the proper balance of process development and process maintenance.  Ensures metrics are in place to monitor performance against the goals and takes appropriate corrective actions as required.

• Ensures that structured problem-solving techniques are used, and that adequate validation is performed for any issues being address or changes being made.

• Prioritizes and coordinates resolution of problems related to equipment, safety, product, quality or process issues.

• Ensures adequate equipment capacity and process capability.

• Responsible to for Capital Expenditure tracking and qualification of new equipment.

• Implements plans to improve process capability using statistical analysis.

• Interfaces with customers on product design, product needs and product issues.

• Provides technical direction and supervision throughout the plant.

• Performs and/or assists in special projects as assigned.

• Provides technical and analytical support for all product and processes, respectively.

• Root cause analysis of issues associated with the plant.

• Evaluation of equipment through DOE and capability testing.

• Maintain the necessary communications and effective relationships with other company functions required to support the operation.

• Supports business development proposals and engineering efforts by providing technical resources necessary.

• Key member of site Technical Review Board (TRB).

• Develops and maintains an effective PCB process engineering organization through the selection, training, development, compensation and motivation of all personnel assigned to their organization. Recommends and approves organizational structures and staffing requirements in support of company business objectives.

• Complies with laws, company policy and procedures including but not limited to Equal Opportunity Employment, Affirmative Action, Business Ethics, EPA, OSHA and other federal, state and local regulatory agencies.

• Responsibilities include the reporting of all accidents, near misses and safety concerns.  Perform their job duties utilizing the required and appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE).  Full participation in safety training and the ability to understand and follow the directions identified in Job Safety Analysis (JSA), PPE Assessments, Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) and all Safety Procedures and Alerts.

Note: The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees and are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel.  Furthermore, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the employer.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

• Strong leadership and time management skills; ability to navigate in a fast-paced environment.

• Understanding of manufacturing processes and process control, skilled at Root Cause Analysis, and Statistical Process analysis

• Implement own recommendations and see projects through to completion.

• Recommend and implement improvements to processes increasing efficiency.

• Ability to follow directions and procedures accurately; to organize facts and figures; good mathematical skills

• Conduct meetings to negotiate, explain, persuade, or present information.

• Good written and verbal communication skills; experience presenting information to Sr. Leadership teams.

• React quickly to day-to-day problems with timely solutions.

• Ability to make decisions fast and under pressure.

• Hands on with analytical approach to process and mechanical problems.

• Have good reading vision, hearing perception, able to speak clearly, fine motor skills.

• Works up to 10 hours a day, 5 days a week, and is flexible to work on weekends.

• Standing up to 8 hours per day, ability to lift 45 lbs., ability to walk, no respiratory issues

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in a related engineering field

Experience:

• 5+ years of experience within a technical and/or production environment.

• Printed circuit board manufacturing experience preferred.

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TTM offers a variety of health and well-being benefit programs. Benefit options include medical, dental, vision, 401k, flexible spending and health savings accounts, accident benefits, life insurance, disability benefits, paid vacation & holidays. Benefits are available on the 1st of the month following date of hire. For some positions, only PTO and holiday benefits are offered.

Compensation ranges for roles at TTM Technologies varies depending on a wide array of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; certifications; and other business and organizational needs.  The disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled.  At TTM Technologies, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role and compensation decisions are dependent on each individual set of circumstances.  A reasonable estimate of the current range is:

Additional compensation: An annual or quarterly company bonus may apply based on position assignment. Positions hired for alternative shift may be eligible for a shift premium based on the assigned shift and location.

Export Statement:
Must comply with TTM Export Control Policies and Procedures and all applicable laws including ITAR, EAR and OFAC including but not limited to: a) being able to identify ITAR product on the manufacturing floor and understand that access to these products and related technical data is restricted to only US Citizens and US Permanent Residents; b) recognition of  Foreign Person visitors by badge differentiation; c) understand and follow authorization procedures for bringing foreign visitors into facilities (VAL); d) understand the Export and ITAR requirements for shipments leaving the US; e) manage vendor approvals for ITAR manufacturing and services.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, disability or protected veteran status.