PerkinElmer is a global corporation focused on improving the health and safety of people and the environment. The Company reported revenue of $1.8 billion in 2007, has approximately 8,500 people serving customers in more than 150 countries and is a component of the S&P 500 Index. Additional information is available at www. perkinelmer.com.

A business unit of PerkinElmer Illumination, Opto Technology develops, manufactures, and markets precision LED illumination systems for a wide range of OEM customers. Opto Technology’s LED products have included dental and surgical lamps, high-intensity fiber optic illuminators, airfield and wind-tower signaling lights, and multi-wavelength sources for clinical analyzers.

Opto Technology’s size (approximately 50 employees), track-record of growth, and unique product focus can provide the right candidate an excellent environment for career success.

We are currently seeking a Manufacturing Engineer who will perform specific duties that will ensure a smooth-operating, high-flow manufacturing environment. The Manufacturing Engineer will perform a wide variety of tasks, relying on experience and good judgment to accomplish all manufacturing goals. The candidate is expected to use a wide degree of creativity and advanced problem solving skills to make continuous improvements.

The following are the essential functions of the position:

1. Develop, evaluate, and improve manufacturing methods

2. Understand all processes in manufacturing and maximize efficiencies

3. Confer with design staff to ensure new products fit current manufacturing processes

4. Design tooling and fixturing to support new products

5. Interface with vendors to order parts, equipment, and machinery

6. Interact with other production personnel to ensure consistent product flow

7. Recommend quality improvements to current processes

8. Perform time studies and load standard rates into ERP system

9. Write and revise standard operating procedures

10. Generate ECOs for revision control of product specific documents

Minimum Requirements: Opto may waive any of the following where it deems there is a job-related equivalency for such minimum requirements.

1. Bachelor’s Degree (BSME, BSEE) required; Master’s Degree preferred.

2. Knowledge of current industry manufacturing concepts, practices and procedures.

3. Ability to apply various problem-solving techniques to achieve positive results.

4. Strong PC skills, as well as appropriate oral and written communication skills.

5. Experience working in a Lean Manufacturing environment strongly preferred

6. Experience working in an ISO 9001 or equivalent environment strongly preferred

Opto offers a comprehensive benefits program including health, dental, long-term disability, short-term disability, and life insurance; flexible spending accounts, 401(k), direct deposit, training and development, PTO, paid holidays, etc.

PerkinElmer is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Contact:

Brenda Maday

HR Manager

Brenda.Maday@perkinelmer.com

Local candidates only – no relocation offered!

No third party recruiter calls!