R&D Engineer, Supervisor

Founded in 1946 and headquartered in Milford, New Hampshire (USA), Hitchiner Manufacturing Co., Inc. is the premier supplier of complete-to-print, high-volume, complex thin-wall investment castings and fully-finished casting-based subassemblies and components to industry. The company leads the industry in volume production, reduced lead-times and just-in-time manufacturing. Hitchiner produces castings in hundreds of different alloys for a broad spectrum of global markets and customers that include the leaders in the automotive, aerospace, and other industries.
We offer an enriching environment where learning and growing become part of your career. Hitchiner is dedicated to fostering the professional growth and development of our employees. We offer upward mobility and internal promotions.
Benefits:

Hitchiner offers highly competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including:


Onsite Primary Care at the Hitchiner Health and Resource Center for convenient and no cost preventative, acute and chronic medical and behavioral health services for employees and their dependents.
Onsite state of the art Gym/Fitness Center, open 24/7 for all employees
Medical and Dental Insurance
Health Savings Account (HSA)
Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
Basic and Accidental Life Insurance (company paid)
Short-term and Long-term Disability Insurance (company paid)
401K (pre-tax and ROTH) with Excellent Company Match and Immediate Vesting
Company Profit Sharing Plan
3 weeks' Vacation to start; 4 weeks' Vacation at 5 Years; 5 weeks' Vacation at 10 years seniority
We set you up for success with our "Center for Excellence" onsite training center for new hires and existing employees to improve new learning and continuous growth
Training and Educational Assistance Programs

Prime Responsibilities and Major Factors in Evaluating Performance:

1.Lead the facility in implementing safe work practices and driving a safety-first culture.
2.Supervise a small team of experienced technicians with various abilities.
3.Investigates and initiates corrective actions for process/shop floor problems arising in the manufacturing, inspection and testing of development products and processes.
4.Coordinate deliverables with MCT's owners and customers to meet project milestones.
5.Establishes operating procedures, improves processing techniques and introduces new process equipment to the development facility. Interfaces with design/maintenance staff and technicians to ensure that the facility operates smoothly and efficiently.
6.Establishes and enforces the shop schedule balancing the priorities of the engineering staff.
7.Utilizes data acquisition software and sensors to improve the fundamental understanding of foundry processes and improve process control.
8.Perform in a multi-disciplinary research and development environment.
Assignments typically will include process development, materials testing, supervision, report preparation, and other activities requiring knowledge of principles and techniques commonly employed in the specific area of assignments.
Must be capable of delivering on commitments in a timely and efficient manner.
Additional Responsibilities:

1.May be involved in training and developing less experienced technical personnel.
2.Observe the Hitchiner code of conduct, safety and quality principles.
3.Perform other duties as assigned.
Minimum Acceptable Qualifications:

1. Bachelor's Degree in engineering.
2. 3 - 4 years or equivalent knowledge / experience.
3. Familiar with a variety of concepts within the mechanical, electrical and materials engineering fields. Must possess good communication and organizational skills.
4. Computer literacy is a must, including competency in general MS Office applications, technical computer modeling and statistical tools.
We consider applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, the presence of a non-job-related medical condition or handicap, or any other legally protected status.