Manufacturing Engineering and Test Manager

JOB TITLE:
Manufacturing Engineering and Test Manager

Company:
One Stop Systems, Inc. (NASDAQ:
OSS)

REPORTS TO:
Vice President of Production and Operations

Headquarters Location:
Escondido/San Diego, CA

Why Join Us? At One Stop Systems, we are committed to innovation and excellence. Join our team and contribute to cutting-edge projects in a dynamic and supportive environment.

Company Overview:

One Stop Systems, Inc. (Nasdaq:
OSS) is a San Diego-based publicly traded technology company and global leader in enterprise class compute solutions for AI/ML, sensor fusion, and autonomy at the demanding edge. OSS designs and manufactures the highest performance compute and storage products that enable these rugged AI, sensor fusion and autonomous mobile capabilities without compromise. These hardware and software platforms bring the latest enterprise class data center performance and technology to the harsh and challenging applications, whether they are on land, sea or in the air.

OSS products include ruggedized servers, compute accelerators, flash storage arrays, and storage acceleration software. These specialized rugged and compact products are used across multiple industries and applications, including commercial autonomous applications, as well as aircraft, drones, ships, and vehicles within the defense industry.

The company has annual sales in excess of $60 million, is profitable, cash flow positive, enjoys a solid cash position without domestic debt and has target growth plans in excess of 20% a year. Our markets have significant tail winds being driven by the high priority within the DOD to add AI and/or Autonomous capabilities throughout the military theater as well as strong economic pull within the commercial segment. The market opportunity for OSS types of products is expected to grow to over $2 billion in size.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Annual salary range $130,000 to $150,000
• Potential for Stock Equity
• 401K Matching
• Competitive Benefits Package including Medical, Dental, and Vision
• Three weeks of PTO
• 11 Paid Holidays

Reporting Relationships

The Manufacturing Engineering and Test Manager reports to the VP of Production and Operations.

POSITION OVERVIEW:
As the Manufacturing Engineering and Test Manager at One Stop Systems, you will play a pivotal role in driving quality, efficiency, and innovation within our manufacturing and testing processes. Leveraging your extensive experience in process improvement, quality assurance, and team leadership, you will ensure that our operations meet the highest standards of excellence. Your expertise in Lean Six Sigma methodologies and data-driven decision-making will be crucial in optimizing workflows and enhancing production capabilities.

DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Quality and Process Improvement:
  
  • Utilize in-process and final inspection yield data to implement DMAIC projects, driving continuous quality improvements.
  • Advocate for a paperless environment and electronic tracking of work orders, aiming for real-time tracking with discrete operations.
  • Identify and eliminate the 8 types of waste, constantly working towards process optimization.
  • Oversee production acceptance testing to ensure product quality and adherence to specifications, optimizing testing procedures for efficiency and accuracy.
  • Evaluate new product designs to ensure they are optimized for manufacturability, identifying potential production issues and recommending design modifications to enhance efficiency and quality
• Data Management and Reporting:
  
  • Create reports leveraging ERP data to increase visibility of core metrics and production velocity.
  • Support the transition to real-time data visibility by developing Power BI dashboards for Operations.
  • Develop and maintain comprehensive documentation to support the transition of new designs from engineering to production, ensuring all necessary information is available for a smooth and efficient handover.
• Test Lab Management:
  
  • Organize and maintain the test lab, ensuring adherence to 5S principles, optimal layout and flow, and proper tooling and equipment control.
  • Identify obsolete production and test equipment, making recommendations for new acquisitions and automation opportunities.
• Lean and Continuous Improvement:
  
  • Serve as the Lean Champion, responsible for training and mentoring the team in Lean philosophy.
  • Own preventative maintenance and calibration of production and test equipment, ensuring compliance with acceptance test procedures and documentation.
  • Identify and implement improvements in testing and production procedures to enhance efficiency, reduce costs, and improve product quality.
• Workflow and Efficiency:
  
  • Evaluate and recommend improvements for workflow from receiving, kitting, production, testing, final inspection, and shipping.
  • Leverage Infor Factory Track manufacturing automation solutions to streamline production, inventory management, and labor cost control.
• Team Leadership:
  
  • Lead and develop the manufacturing engineering and test team, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and operational excellence.
  • Conduct capacity analysis and create reports to model demand, job orders, bookings, and forecasts.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Proven experience in a high-tech manufacturing environment, quality assurance, and process refinement.
• Strong background in Lean Six Sigma methodologies (certification preferred).
• Proven experience in leading Kaizen events, implementing change initiatives, and utilizing lean tools such as 5S, Value Stream Mapping (VSM), Kanban, Total Productive Maintenance (TPM), and Just-In-Time (JIT) to drive continuous improvement and operational efficiency.
• Proficiency in data analytics and dashboard creation using Microsoft Power Platform (Power Apps, Power Automate, Power BI).
• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and strategic planning skills.
• Ability to lead and mentor a team, promoting a collaborative and innovative work environment.
• Strong critical thinking and problem-solving abilities.
• Minimum 10 years of relevant experience.
• Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent experience.

Preferred Experience:

• Experience with ERP and MES systems.
• Experience with quality management systems and standards, including AS9100, ISO 9001, and ISO 14001.
• Experience managing and optimizing test labs, including 5S implementation and tooling control.
• Proven ability to lead DMAIC projects, improving quality and efficiency.

COMPETENCIES:

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