Equipment Engineer

About Supermicro :

Supermicro® is a Top Tier provider of advanced server, storage, and networking solutions for Data Center, Cloud Computing, Enterprise IT, Hadoop / Big Data, Hyperscale, HPC and IoT / Embedded customers worldwide. We are the #5 fastest growing company among the Silicon Valley Top 50 technology firms. Our unprecedented global expansion has provided us with the opportunity to offer a large number of new positions to the technology community. We seek talented, passionate, and committed engineers, technologists, and business leaders to join us.

Job Summary :

Production Engineer is responsible for facilitating improvement projects and Kaizen (Rapid Continuous Improvement) events to eliminate waste and increase efficiencies in various functional areas of the manufacturing processes (manufacturing processes, yield improvements and cycle time improvements). The position will require skill sets to break down complex operations with a process oriented mindset, analyze and assist in the implementation of the plants strategic plan, provide project management support, and employee training and development.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Manage installation, calibration, and qualification of new production and test equipment ensuring alignment with production requirements and internal quality standards.
• Design, develop, and implement manufacturing equipment and tooling, including sourcing and coordination with external vendors, while adhering to ethical procurement practices.
• Plan and execute equipment and tooling-related projects, providing support for New Product Introduction (NPI) and process validation activities, ensuring all changes are documented and controlled.
• Perform routine inspection and preventive maintenance to ensure equipment reliability, minimize downtime and maintain a safe working environment.
• Troubleshoot and resolve equipment and tooling issues, implementing effective corrective and preventive actions with thorough documentation.
• Develop and maintain comprehensive equipment-related documentation, such as Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), maintenance logs, and troubleshooting guides ensuring all information is accurate and accessible.
• Analyze equipment performance data to continuously improve efficiency, reduce failure rates, and enhance Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE) through data-driven decisions.
• Collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams (Production, Quality, Process Engineering, Facilities) to support operational goals and drive continuous process improvements.
• Work closely with vendors and suppliers for spare parts procurement, technical support, and equipment upgrades, ensuring all transactions comply with internal controls and ethical guidelines.
• Operate and maintain general utility systems, including compressed air, Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC), and other facility equipment, ensuring proper functioning and safety.
• Ensure full compliance with all relevant safety, environmental, and internal operational standards including those related to quality management systems and information security.

Qualifications

EEO Statement

Supermicro is an Equal Opportunity Employer and embraces diversity in our employee population. It is the policy of Supermicro to provide equal opportunity to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or special disabled veteran, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or any other legally protected status.

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