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Jr. Manufacturing Engineer

Kimchuk Inc

Danbury, CT 06810 • 9/4/2026

Job Description

Job Description

JOB SUMMARY: Provides full and complete Manufacturing Engineering support to production to facilitate the manufacturing of simple to highly complex Electro-mechanical products. Provides technical guidance to others within and outside the manufacturing department on an as required basis.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Review new build opportunities for go/no go and identify if any new tooling is required.
  • Review Gerber’s and create PCB panelization drawings.
  • Generate digitization of files as needed.
  • Generate labor time estimates for new opportunities.
  • Create and/or update visual aids and process plans.
  • Specify and order SMT stencils.
  • Attend production readiness review meetings.
  • Review and address all TAR’s. Solve technical production issues as they arise.
  • Analyzes MCN’s to determine the most efficient way of introducing such changes into the production process.
  • Support production (CCA, Cable & Box Build) as needed with programming and/or operation of production equipment.
  • Assist in the maintenance and documentation of production equipment which includes:
    • SMT Stencil printer, SPI, SMT placement machines, SMT reflow oven, AOI, X-Ray, Selective Solder, Wave Solder, PCB Depanelization Router, AMP K-Press, Labeling Systems, Conformal Coating, PCB wash systems, MicroVu.
  • Assist in specifying new capital equipment needs and equipment facility requirements.
  • Attend continuous improvement meetings and address action items in a timely manner.
  • Other duties and projects may be assigned as business needs dictate.
  • Team player willing to roll up sleeves and help other team members when necessary.

Specialized Duties (per individual skill set)

  • Design and 3D print and/or build jigs and fixtures that are required to support the manufacturing process.
  • Perform high skill level rework as needed, such as BGA’s, QFN’s, Connectors, etc