Current Openings | Machine Solutions Inc.

Electrical Controls Engineer II
To apply please send resume and cover letter expressing interest to careers@machinesolutions.com

COMPANY SUMMARY:
Machine Solutions, Inc. (MSI) is a pioneer and leading supplier of medical product process and testing equipment. MSI has been instrumental in automating or semi-automating several manual processes within stent and catheter manufacturing organizations, and we were named one of Arizona’s Hot Growth companies for 2004 by bizAZ Magazine. We offer an excellent opportunity for highly motivated individuals in a fast-paced, biotech organization.

GENERAL PURPOSE OF JOB:
Designs, modifies, develops, writes and implements all aspect of electrical controls systems software and hardware relevent to equipement used for the processing of implantable medical devices.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Gathers requirements, develops and writes software for PLC and PC based automation equipment and/or visual inspection equipment.
Supports and/or installs PLC and PC based software applications, participates in testing process through development of software testing routines and test witnessing.
Designs, plans and coordinates work teams to develop new and debug current controls system platforms, including but not limited to software and hardware.
Interfaces with customers to determine customer requirements and provide advanced customer support.
Position will utilize high level procedural language and/or PLC programming.
Position must demonstrate capability to set up, adjust and work with control system hardware.
Familiarity with test equipment utilized during the debugging and troubleshooting of automation control systems required.
Ad-hoc projects as needed.

QUALIFICATIONS:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and Experience:
Level 7: Bachelors degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent experience plus two to four years of related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Language Skills:
Level 5: Ability to read, analyze, and interpret common scientific and technical journals, and legal documents. Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from customers. Ability to write documents and emails that conform to prescribed style and format. Ability to effectively present information to top management and work groups.

Math Skills:
Level 5: Ability to apply advanced mathematical concepts such as exponents, logarithms, quadratic equations, and permutations, as need for Electrical Controls Engineering. Ability to apply mathematical operations to such tasks as frequency distribution, determination of test reliability and validity, analysis of variance, correlation techniques, sampling theory, and factor analysis.

Reasoning Ability:
Level 5: Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Minimal time will be spent, standing, walking, stooping, kneeling and crouching. Some time will be spent reaching with hands and arms, lots of time will be spent sitting, using hands to handle or feel. Lots of time will be spent lifting up to 10 lbs, and minimal time will be spent lifting up to 50 lbs. The following vision requirements are needed:

Ability to adjust focus (ability to adjust the eye to bring an object into sharp focus).
Color vision (ability to identify and distinguish colors).
Close vision (clear vision at 20 inches or less).

WORK ENVIORNMENT:
Minimal time will be spent near fumes or airborne particles, near toxic or caustic chemicals, in outdoor weather conditions, with risk of electrical shock. And some time will be spent working near moving mechanical parts. Moderate noise can be expected. (Ability to mentally focus in an environment which may be prone to general office noise and distractions).

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Grinding Tech II
To apply please send resume and cover letter expressing interest to careers@machinesolutions.com

GENERAL PURPOSE OF JOB:
Position will be responsible for operating milling machines, surface grinders and inspection tools. Ideal candidate will have good analytical skills, excellent mechanical aptitude and a firm understanding of machine tolerances. Machining background and experience with very tight tolerance manufacturing is a plus. Must be able to work on multiple projects, read mechanical prints, and complete QA documentation.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Safe and correct use of Surface Grinding Machines
Revenue producing activities

Short run times
Accurate measurements
Quality

Ability to read and interpret precision measuring tools (micrometer, caliper, height gauges)
Obey all safety rules at all times
Must wear safety glasses at all times.
Keep machines clean and operational at all times
Ability to communicate with supervisor the needs of the area.
Update area supervisor of production issues.
Ability to order inventory or materials needed to complete the jobs needed.
Basic math with familiarity of decimal points.
Light contact with chemicals (coolant of machines.)
Exposure to hazardous fumes (Delrin fumes during grinding)
Use of press to correctly and accurately press dowel pins into product
Preventative maintanence of grinders and mills
Responsible for documentation
Keeping the work area clean and safe
Ad-hoc projects as needed

Education and Experience:
Level 4: One year certificate from college or technical school; or six to 12 months related experience and/or training; plus one to two years of equivalent experience.

Language Skills:
Level 3: Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization.

Math Skills:
Level 3: Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume. Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.

Reasoning Ability:
Level 4: Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Minimal time will be spent climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching or crawling. Lots of time will be spent standing, walking, using hands to finger, feel, or handle, reaching with hands and arms, and talking or hearing. Lots of time will be spent lifting weight up to 10 lbs, some time will be spent lifting up to 25 lbs, and minimal time will be spent lifting weight up to 50 lbs. The following vision requirements are needed:

Close vision (clear vision at 20 inches or less)

Close tolerance inspection work requires the ablity to clearly see and identify small script mechanical drawing symbols, colors and written notes.

WORK ENVIORNMENT:
Minimal time will spent near toxic or caustic chemicals, with risk of electrical shock, and near vibration. Lots of time will spent near moving mechanical parts, and near fumes or airborne particles. The noise level can be expected to be loud because of the noise of the grinders and mills.

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CNC Machinist III
To apply please send resume and cover letter expressing interest to careers@machinesolutions.com

GENERAL PURPOSE OF JOB:
Manufacture of MSI parts utilizing machine shop equipment.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Set-up and operation of various wire EDM (Electrical Discharge Machining) to meet the internal design and production needs.
Experience with G & M codes (read and write) and close tolerances (0.0005” typically).
Ability to read engineering drawings and sketches.
Must be able to work with minimal supervision and provide feedback to improve designs and cycle times.
Maintain records and clean production areas to comply with medical equipment requirements, good manufacturing practices, and standard operating procedures.
Must perform detailed work in the fabrication, assembly, maintenance, and repair of a variety of custom parts and tools.
Must practice a high degree of accuracy and precision in performing work according to instructions and specifications.
Assignments are received in the form of written and oral instructions, penciled layouts, blueprints, sketches, and by reference to worn or broken parts. Work is subject to inspection during process and upon completion for quality and conformity with requirements.
Fabricates, maintains, and repairs products through the operation of edm machines, milling machines, lathes, grinder, saws, drill presses, and similar equipment;
Measures work carefully by using precision tools such as a calipers, micrometer, and dial bore gages.
Uses, adjusts, maintains, cleans, and stores the tools, machinery, and equipment in the machine shop.
Demonstrates continuous effort to improve operations, decrease turnaround times, streamline work processes, and work cooperatively and jointly to provide quality products and seamless customer service..
Ad-hoc projects as needed

Education and Experience:
Level 6: Bachelor’s degree (B. A.) from four-year college or university; or 2 to 4 years related experience and/or training.

Language Skills:
Level 2: Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to write simple correspondence. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of organization.

Math Skills:
Level 2: Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ration, and percent and to draw and interpret graphs.

Reasoning Ability:
Level 4: Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

Certificates, Licenses, & Registrations:
None.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
This position will require minimum time walking, some time stooping, kneeling, crouching or crawling, and lots of time standing, using hands to finger, handle, and feel, using hands and arms to reach, and talking or hearing. Minimal time will be spent lifting weight up to 50 pounds and some time will be spent lifting up to 25 lbs.

WORK ENVIORNMENT:
Minimal time will be spent near fumes or airborne particles, near caustic or toxic chemicals, or near vibration, and lots of time will be spent near moving mechanical parts. The noise level in this position can be expected to be loud (examples: metal can manufacturing department, large earth-moving equipment).

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Electrical/Software Engineering Manager
To apply please send resume and cover letter expressing interest to careers@machinesolutions.com

GENERAL PURPOSE OF JOB:
Manages a team of Software and Electrical Engineers to architect, design enterprise software products/operating systems; and who design, develop, and test all aspects of electrical components, equipment, and machinery. Provide the needed leadership to improve communication, reduce timelines, create systems to improve documentation, provide training, and add resources based on market direction.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Proven software development in Java and C++, and VB.
Proven PC, PLC automation knowledge. Preferably Allen Bradley and/or OMRON experience.
Writes product requirement documents, implements and tracks development timelines, negotiates feature sets with the development leads and product.
Relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals.
Work directly with other engineering teams to increase efficiency, and production quality and volume.
Applies principles and techniques of electrical engineering to accomplish goals.
Familiar with a variety of the field's concepts, practices, and procedures.
A wide degree of creativity and latitude is expected.
Typically responsible for planning and directing deployment of technology and systems required to maintain engineering operations and a highly competitive product portfolio.
Manage Electrical/Software Engineering team, including staff development, training, coaching, design reviews and providing the required tools.
Create and motivate a highly effective team through recruiting, training, performance reviews, recognition, and corrective action.
Create a team culture that will attract, retain, and develop talented Electrical/Software Engineers.
Coaches and mentors design teams and individuals to ensure they are successful in meeting targeted goals with simple effective designs.
Ad-hoc projects as needed

Education and Experience:
Bachelors degree (B.A.) or equivalent; plus 10 to 15 years related experience and/or training, or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Language Skills:
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals, Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, executive management and the general public.

Math Skills:
Ability to apply advanced mathematical concepts such as exponents, logarithms, quadratic equations, and permutations as related to Electrical Controls Engineering. Ability to apply mathematical operations to such tasks as frequency distribution, determination of test reliability and validity, analysis of variance, correlation techniques, sampling theory, and factor analysis.

Reasoning Ability:
Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.

Certificates, Licenses, & Registrations:
None.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Minimal time will be spent walking, and reaching with hands and arms. Lots of time will be spent sitting, and using hands to feel or handle. Lots of time will be spent lifting weight up to 10 lbs.

WORK ENVIORNMENT:
Minimal time is spent with risk of electrical shock and some time is spent near moving mechanical parts. The noise level is expected to be moderate.

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Assembly Supervisor
To apply please send resume and cover letter expressing interest to careers@machinesolutions.com

GENERAL PURPOSE OF JOB:
This position requires that the Assembly Supervisor be self-driven, with an attitude to accept the continuous change in schedules as well as a willingness and eagerness to gain an understanding of our business model, goals and manufacturing supply chain process flow at MSI. Assembly Supervisor must also be able to positively motivate employees and clearly communicate expectations of each employee and the overall team based on the needs of the MSI business model and monthly/quarterly goals.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Direct support & oversight of Assembly/Headshop – Daily schedules, Personnel issues, Staffing, Vacations, etc.
Work with Machine Shop, Purchasing, & Engineering Managers to schedule all projects according to the build schedules, customer needs, and current production load.
Coordinate daily production flow for the department to effectively meet and exceed revenue goals, and established company expectations.
Works within the ERP system creating sales orders as a direct back-up and support for the Assistant Operations Manager.
Provide performance measurements of the department to the Operations Manager on a weekly and monthly schedule.
Provide quarterly/anually performance reviews for individual assemblers focusing on personal & departmental continuous improvement growth.
Seek and apply new methods and ideas to manufacturing practices (implementation of continuous improvement plans, participate in Kaizen events, and work alongside the Director of Operations to promote lean manufacturing practices).
Work with QA to follow through on scrap parts, engineering design issues, MCR’s, and developing a cultural mindset of “In-process quality practices.”
Participate in coordinating SQA’s/internal FAT’s and final machine run-off’s.
Participate in maintaining and updating our manufacturing documentation system.
Scheduling and delegation of tasks related to the daily production scheduling modifications.
Order and maintain useable bench stock inventory.
RMA (Return Material Authorization) management and scheduling/prioritization within the department
Justify and approve overtime for the department through Operations Manager.
Participate in weekly status update meetings; provide updates on all builds current and future from manufacturing level
Ad-hoc projects as needed

Education and Experience:
Level 4: Two year certificate from college or technical school; 2 years related experience and/or training; plus 5 years of experience in manufacturing. Five years of experience in manufacturing or operations management in a Lean Manufacturing setting preferred.

Language Skills:
Level 4: Ability to effectively communicate and practice active listening, when working with assemblers, engineers, and other various departments within our organization. Ability to read, analyzes, and interprets general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals, utilizing; Excel, Word, Power Point, etc. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.

Math Skills:
Level 3: Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume. Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.

Reasoning Ability:
Level 4: Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

Certificates, Licenses, & Registrations:
None.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Minimal time will be spent sitting, some time will be spent walking, and lots of time will be spent standing, using hands to finger, handle or feel, reaching with arms and hands, talking and hearing. Lots of time will be spent lifting weight up to 10 lbs, some time will be spent lifting up to 25 lbs and minimal time will be spent lifting up to 50 lbs. Close and color vision is required for the small parts used in assembly and for the different color of wiring used in assembly.

WORK ENVIORNMENT:
Some time will be spent working near moving mechanical parts and with risk of electrical shock. The noise level is expected to be between moderate and loud (air compressors).

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Mechanical Designer III
To apply please send resume and cover letter expressing interest to careers@machinesolutions.com

GENERAL PURPOSE OF JOB:
To design and develop complex mechanisms and machinery under general supervision utilizing Solidworks® 3D mechanical design and CAD package.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Designs and assists in the development of mechanical components, equipment, and machinery.
May integrate components to produce the final design; and evaluate the design’s overall effectiveness, manufacturability, cost, reliability, and safety.
In addition to design and development, the position may provide production supervision of parts and equipment, determine the causes of component failure, and test manufactured products to maintain quality.
Position may be required to assist and communicate with customers the technical aspects of the product and assist in product planning, installation, operation and training.
Position may be responsible for aspects of a product line.
In this capacity position is responsible for appropriately documenting design and processes related to the product. Position will be responsible for the construction and maintenance of Bills of Material.

Position will utilize Solidworks® and PDMWorks® to create and store drawings electronically that can then be viewed, printed, or programmed directly into automated manufacturing systems.
Position will also prepare variations and changes to current design drawings
Ad-hoc projects as needed

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIE:
None.

Education and Experience:
Level 5: Associate’s degree (A.A.) or equivalent from two-year college or technical school; or six months to one year related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Language Skills:
Level 3: Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization.

Math Skills:
Level 4: Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference, and fundamentals of plane and solid geometry and trigonometry. Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.

Reasoning Ability:
Level 4: Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference, and fundamentals of plane and solid geometry and trigonometry. Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.

Certificates, Licenses, & Registrations:
GD&T per ASMEY14.5-1994 or later desirable.
Ceritified Solidworks Professional desirable.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Minimal time will be spent, standing, walking, stooping, kneeling and crouching. Some time will be spent reaching with hands and arms, and talking and hearing, lots of time will be spent sitting, using hands to finger, handle or feel. Lots of time will be spent lifting up to 10 lbs, and minimal time will be spent lifting up to 50 lbs. The following vision requirements are needed:

Ability to adjust focus (ability to adjust the eye to bring an object into sharp focus)
Color vision (ability to identify and distinguish colors)
Close vision (clear vision at 20 inches or less

WORK ENVIORNMENT:
Minimal time will be spent near fumes or airborne particles, near toxic or caustic chemicals, in outdoor weather conditions, with risk of electrical shock, and with explosives. And some time will be spent working near moving mechanical parts. Moderate noise can be expected.

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