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Bourns, Inc., a leading global supplier of reliable, high quality electronic components and solutions for over sixty-five years, seeks a Director of Engineering, Circuit Protection. This role offices at our Carrollton, Texas location. The Director of Engineering, Circuit Protection provides leadership to the Circuit Protection engineering team and Semiconductor, GDT, MOV, and Multifuse Product Lines. In this role, the Director of Engineering works closely with Product Managers of Semiconductor, Over Voltage Protection and Over Current Protection Product Lines, and the Circuit Protection Market Director to ensure the Division's technology roadmap is aligned with market and customers' future requirements. In addition, as the worldwide engineering team leader, the Director of Engineering is responsible for selecting key employees while supporting the development and promotion of internal resources for building and maintaining a team that demonstrates excellence.

This position reports directly to the Vice President- General Manager of the Circuit Protection Division.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Ensure new product and technology development focuses on technical leadership to deliver market differentiation in targeted market segments.
  • Responsible for the choice of technical direction for the implementation of products to meet the defined market requirements.
  • Plan, recommend and resource appropriate tools and design resources for the New Product Development team.
  • Oversee engineering assessment of new product ideas and estimate time and resources required to develop new products from design concept to a final product.
  • Oversee all technical aspects of design and technology development from product concept and definition through development and transfer to manufacture.
  • Ensure projects are managed with discipline and are completed on time and within the established budget.
• Organize and direct new product definition and development activities, coordinate with process and global manufacturing engineering with responsibility for all aspects of the new product development process from customer interface to production implementation.
• Design, maintain and monitor a Technology Roadmap in line with Division and product manager's strategy.
• Provide technical expertise to all Circuit Protection Operations in driving continuous improvement, cost reduction, yield and quality improvement, and supply chain development. This includes technical reviews at Circuit Protection production facilities to ensure the Operations has the technical support and expertise needed to produce quality products on time and within customer specifications.
• Provide technical guidance and leadership to Circuit Protection Product Managers to develop and execute short and long-term New Product Development plans for all market segments.
• Build and maintain an Engineering organization that secures the long-term success of the Division:
  • Define organization structure, roles, and responsibilities
  • Empower the engineering team to use six-sigma design and process and develop a plan to achieve the desired product quality level.
  • Ensure high quality and detailed engineering documentation required to support successful new product launch or product/process implementation per UL, TS 16949, and QS 9000 / ISO 9001 standards.
  • Advise design groups as they generate new ideas, design/process and promote a creative environment for breakthrough design, patentable ideas, and concepts.
  • Utilize concurrent engineering and worldwide teamwork to ensure best in time development while achieving product quality and performance requirements for time to market.
  • Ensure that employees and managers receive appropriate coaching, mentoring, and training
    • Regularly assess the performance of the organization through key performance indicators (e.g., New Products Output and Time to Market).
  • Establish meaningful, measurable goals for groups and individuals and continually review performance, recommend pay increases, and other actions to motivate and manage a high performing technical team.
• Contribute and support Product Managers New Product Development from concept to customer approval; monitor and assess the impact of technology and market trends in the field and make recommendations or act accordingly.
  • Ensure best in class support to internal and external customers:
  • Provide technical guidance on issues that may occur during production and require support for manufacturing initiatives to improve yields and production efficiencies, including cost reductio n recommendations to meet Product Line budgets.
  • Provide oversight for technical communication with existing and prospective suppliers and ensuring we have complete, accurate and timely information to our supplies.
• Partner with Marketing and Sales to ensure our Marketing and Sales team, and customers receive accurate and timely design collateral, application support, and problem resolution guidance from the engineering teams as and when required.
• Ensure proper maintenance of requisite engineering laboratory notebooks and documentation, while working with Corporate Legal to insure IP and patent activity is current and ongoing.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications Needed:

• Master’s in science in Engineering or proven equivalent experience.
• A demonstrated mastery of progressively responsible experience in the field of engineering management. International experience is desired.
• A thorough understanding of materials, processes, and engineering design associated with electrical, magnetic, and electromechanical products is required.
• Must be detail-oriented and data-driven.

As a key member of the Bourns Circuit Protect Team, you will have an opportunity to grow with the company and advance based on your results, performance, and hard work. We offer a competitive salary, excellent benefits and the opportunity to work in an expanding international company. To apply, please e-mail your resume and cover letter to our Human Resources Department at: BournsHR.Riv@bourns.com.

Equal Opportunity Employer: Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran

Bourns, Inc., a leading global supplier of reliable, high quality electronic components and solutions for over sixty-five years, seeks a Director Sales Americas – West. This role offices at our Riverside, California Worldwide Corporate location. The Director Sales Americas – West. manages, motivates, and directs the activities of the Western United States. Ensures that an effective sales setup exists within each region. Acts as the primary interface between sales and the product divisions of Bourns to develop, implement and achieve strategic sales plans and programs.

This position reports directly to the Vice President Sales Americas.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Manages and directs the activities of the organization to maximize profitable sales by product line.
• Provides leadership that inspires a winning "Get the Order" attitude throughout the specified region.
• Recommends changes in the component sales set-up in areas where performance consistently does not meet agreed upon goals.
• Primary interface between business unit management and sales, ensuring that both groups have a comprehensive understanding of developments in both arenas including product development.
• Develops goals and objectives for Component Sales Staff; executes actions necessary to achieve sales quotas and takes corrective measures as needed. Effectively builds and maintains a self-sustaining organization by mentoring and coaching direct reports.
• Monitors component sales training needs and utilizes identified resources to address them.
• Develops and maintains an active sales recognition program to motivate and reward component sales personnel that is timely and cost effective.
• Personally, interfaces with key accounts as needed in support of Component Sales operations.
• Communicates frequently with V.P. Sales - Americas to provide status reports, analysis of market trends, new sales programs, and long-range plans.
• Develops and implements a process for the identification and successful capture of emerging new product opportunities. Drives the "Design-Win" process.
• Maintains an effective component sales reporting scheme that keeps Bourns Management informed of all significant product sales issues, customer needs and barriers to profitable sales growth.
• Develops and implements data driven short- and long-range plans to achieve continuous improvement in the total component sales process.
• Evaluates and modifies administrative procedures, establishes policies and performs all personnel related activities
• Works with Business Unit Management to ensure that the overall component sales programs support their gross profit objectives.
• Job duties may require up to 50-60 % travel.
• Performs other related duties as required.

Qualifications Needed:

• Graduation from an accredited four–year college or university with an Electronics or closely related degree. Post Graduate related courses or degree preferred
• Twelve to fifteen years of demonstrated progressive experience, predominately in component sales.
• Must have strong business mindset and strong knowledge and successes in passives direct business as well as distribution channels.

As a key member of the Bourns Sales team, you will have an opportunity to grow with the company and advance based on your results, performance, and hard work. We offer a competitive salary, excellent benefits and the opportunity to work in an expanding international company. To apply, please e-mail your resume and cover letter to our Human Resources Department at: BournsHR.Riv@bourns.com.

Equal Opportunity Employer: Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran

Bourns, Inc., a leading global supplier of reliable, high quality electronic components and solutions for over sixty-five years, seeks a Global Manager of Supply Chain Excellence. This role can office at our Riverside, California, Carrolton, Texas or Auburn Hills, Michigan location. The Global Manager of Supply Chain Excellence will serve as the subject matter expert of the supply chain business process. This role is responsible for organizing, leading, and driving the standardization and improvement of key supply chain processes; documenting and disseminating internal and external best-practices, in collaboration with all relevant functional and business areas of the company.

This position reports directly to the Director of Business Process Excellence.

Primary Responsibilities:

1. Use internal and external best practices to standardize key supply chain processes.
2. Develop global supply chain KPI's and performance dashboard. Create infrastructure that allows efficient creation of reports relevant to key users of supply chain information.
3. Communicate, influence, and interact globally with all relevant functional, business areas and senior leaders to help optimize the global supply chain from a cost, responsiveness, and quality perspective.
4. Implement monitoring process that provides senior leaders with early warning of potential supply chain disruptions. Implement systematic stress test process to proactively identify and act on risk areas that may have significant financial impact to Bourns.
5. Provide supply chain strategic direction and support for a flawless new product development process.
6. Advise the Bourns purchasing council on relevant supply chain and procurement strategies to address key opportunities.
7. Help improve competency across Bourns in areas of supply chain such as: contract negotiation, strategic sourcing, contract review, supply chain management, inventory management, E&O reduction and supplier selection and development.
8. Global SI&OP champion to help drive standards in demand & supply reviews and demand planning process to support alignment of tops down and bottoms up forecasts.
9. Analyze and diagnose supply chain issues and make recommendations for resolution. Help the organization prioritize continuous improvement efforts based on impact to customers and financial risks to Bourns.
10. Implement supplier development programs as well as processes for evaluating and qualifying new suppliers.
11. Develop the systems and tools that enable supply chain functions at all sites to have fast and accurate access to relevant information that allows them to make agile and effective decisions.
12. Lead global supply chain related strategic projects.

Qualifications Needed:

• Bachelor's degree with masters in relevant areas preferred.
• APICS Certified in Planning and Inventory Management (CPIM), APICS Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP), ISM certifications or similar professional organizations are preferred.
• At least 15 years in multiple areas of supply chain management, including managing a global supply chain or strategic sourcing function.
• At least 5 years of experience in a leadership position driving standardization and improvement of supply chain processes.
• Strong background implementing systems and tools in a global environment is preferred.
• Expert use of supply chain related SAP module.
• Advanced project management skills.
• Exceptional analytical, collaboration, and communication skills.
• Strong negotiation abilities.

As a key member of the Bourns Quality Assurance team, you will have an opportunity to grow with the company and advance based on your results, performance, and hard work. We offer a competitive salary, excellent benefits and the opportunity to work in an expanding international company. To apply, please e-mail your resume and cover letter to our Human Resources Department at: BournsHR.Riv@bourns.com.

Equal Opportunity Employer: Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran

Bourns, Inc., a leading global supplier of reliable, high quality electronic components and solutions, offers exciting and challenging careers for growth-oriented professionals. Our goal is to satisfy our worldwide customer base while achieving sound growth with strong application solutions based on technological products of innovative design, superior quality and exceptional value.

We are seeking a Human Resources and Compensation Analyst to make significant contributions by supporting the HR compensation team in developing Bourns HR data analytics and configuring the Company's HRIS systems, databases, and applications.

The Human Resources and Compensation Analyst is responsible to:

• Data Analytics:
  • Develop, analyze and ensure that HR ad-hoc, monthly, quarterly, and annual reporting is accurate and delivered on time. HR reports include those related to recruiting effectiveness, employee turnover and demographics, global accident and incident trends, compensation analyses.
  • Support the development of meaningful metrics and measures to assess and evaluate the performance of the global HR Departments.
  • Collect and compile key HR metrics and data from various sources, including HR information systems (HRIS).
  • Generate reports from multiple HRIS modules and provide analysis to business users, HR team members, and Company leadership to identify business insights and areas for performance improvement.
  • Partner with Corporate IT and the Corporate HR team to support the global HR function, and with business partners to document report requirements, design, develop and deliver HR-related reports.
  • Continually enhance existing HR reporting processes through automation and quality control to ensure data accuracy.
  • Monitor the effectiveness of HR reporting products, modify current reports, or operationalize new information and reporting methods as needed.
• Compensation:
  • Administer the Bourns 401(k) plan, including bi-weekly payroll audits and the timely delivery of employer contributions and employee payroll deductions to the 401(k) plan administrator.
  • Support the processing of compensation surveys and develop resources for maintaining timely marketplace information to compile and report on data and other pay or performance-related information.
  • Support the completion of pay studies of exempt and non-exempt positions using a market-pricing evaluation system; document findings, provide recommendations for improvements and maintain records of validity of evaluation results.
  • Maintain and ensure the accurate and timely reporting of pay components and performance data from the HRIS and other systems.
• HRIS:
  • Partner with Corporate IT and HR leadership in developing reporting systems in SuccessFactors – Employee Central to create and maintain standardized real-time dashboards displaying global key performance metrics and insights for HR and business leaders in a visually appealing manner.
  • Recommend and coordinate enhancements of the HRIS.
  • Provide training on standard reporting to existing and new users of the Bourns HRIS.
  • Develop, communicate and maintain desktop procedures for standard report writing as necessary.
  • Provide project management support for assigned projects.

If you have the right experience along with the ability to work effectively with a globally distributed, multi-culture team we want to talk with you. The right candidate should have the following training and experience:
Education:

1. Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business, Statistics, Data Science or relevant field.

Other Skills:

1. Required Experience:
   1. Five or more years of analytics and statistical reporting experience within compensation or HRIS administration in a complex business.
   2. Experience working with compensation principles, practices, and procedures.
   3. Experience working with an HRIS enterprise system.
   4. Has mastered techniques to maintain the integrity and confidentiality of HR and payroll files and records and other compensation information.
2. Required Skills:
   1. Exhibits a strong work ethic, is detailed oriented, and has superior analytical, problem solving, and statistical analysis skills.
   2. Can collect, organize, analyze, and disseminate significant amounts of information with close attention to detail and accuracy.
   3. Able to work independently and proactively while displaying tact and discretion in handling information.
   4. Has excellent organizational and time management skills and demonstrates the experience and judgment needed to work as a team member and as an individual contributor.
   5. Has strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate with cross-functional departments and teams and work with all staff levels.
   6. When faced with issues, can make decisions and develop a course of action.
   7. Exhibits flexibility and the ability to deal with ambiguity.
   8. Capable of assessing processes and make recommendations for improvement.
   9. Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel (reporting, macros, pivot tables, charts) and Microsoft PowerPoint (creating graphics).
   10. Proficient with Microsoft Word and SharePoint.
3. Preferred Experience and Skills:
   1. Familiarity with HRIS Software, including compensation modules, learning management modules and performance management modules.
   2. Previous SAP SuccessFactors Employee Central and compensation module experience preferred.
   3. Familiarity with project management software.
   4. Preferred corporate office experience dealing with compensation matters across a global corporation.

The Human Resources and Compensation Analyst must:

• Be customer service-oriented, be able to prioritize effectively, and possess excellent follow-up skills.
• Be able to communicate orally and in writing in a clear and professional manner with all levels of employees, including executive management.

This position is located at the Bourns 'Corporate offices in Riverside, CA.

As a key member of the Human Resources team, you will have an opportunity to grow with the company and advance based on your results, performance, and hard work. We offer a competitive salary, benefits and the ability to showcase your technical acumen. Please apply by e-mailing your resume, cover letter and salary requirement to our hiring office at: BournsHR.Riv@bourns.com

Visit our website at: www.bourns.com. EOE/Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran

Bourns, Inc., a leading global supplier of reliable, high quality electronic components and solutions for over sixty-five years, seeks a Senior SAP SD/CRM Developer. The Senior SAP SD/CRM Developer will provide SAP application support for Sales and Distribution (SD) and Customer Relationship Management (CRM) processes worldwide.

This position reports directly to the IT Director.

Primary Responsibilities:

1. Responsible for project delivery, upgrades, enhancements, business process improvements and daily support of worldwide SD/CRM processes and functionality in SAP ERP system and Non-SAP software to ensure optimal system performance. This includes analysis, design, functional configuration, testing and maintenance support.
2. Develop SD master data, integration and data flow and sales processes, order management, scheduling agreements, pricing, tax determination, ATP, output determination, delivery, shipping, invoices, credit management and returns, and intercompany shipping and billing.
3. Work daily with business/end users to resolve production issues.
4. Oversee, either directly or functionally, other developers and software analysts in a team environment to carry out software development and support functions.
5. Perform complex unit and integration testing for process improvements in assigned modules from development to production, troubleshoot configuration to support short-term and long-term goals.
6. Develop and propose new ideas and advancements of new software concepts in support of corporate goals and objectives.
7. Interface with functional unit process owners and users to identify, define, and document operational needs and objectives, current operational procedures, problems, input and output requirements and levels of system access. Provide support in determining feasibility of a software and/or hardware system that fulfills requirements, are cost effective, business related, and operationally compatible. Conduct, direct and coordinate efforts relating to special or assigned new software studies and/or evaluations.
8. Create and update detailed business process procedures that can be easily understood by end-users.
9. Educate users and train in using SAP modules, systems and functionality.
10. Maintain problem and project information in SharePoint and Help Desk databases and track and document changes.
11. Work on cross-functional project teams for enhancements, upgrades, new acquisitions and future roll outs. Gather and document business requirements, designs process flow, creates business blueprints, design and develop all functional configuration, creation and execution of testing plans, production implementation and daily support for business/end users. Ensure all plans and issue identification are clearly communicated to business and IT management.
12. Communicate operational documentation and processes to the IT Operations and Help Desk

Qualifications Needed:

• BSCS or IT-related field or foreign equivalent
• Analyst or Engineer with at least 5 years in SAP SD/CRM processes
• Must have proven experience in global SAP sales applications
• Must have proven experience in developing and integrating SAP SD/CRM and SAP Sales Cloud/Hybris

As a key member of the Bourns Information Technology team, you will have an opportunity to grow with the company and advance based on your results, performance, and hard work. We offer a competitive salary, excellent benefits and the opportunity to work in an expanding international company. To apply, please e-mail your resume and cover letter to our Human Resources Department at: BournsHR.Riv@bourns.com.

Equal Opportunity Employer: Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran

 

Bourns, Inc., a leading global supplier of reliable, high quality electronic components and solutions for over sixty-five years, seeks a Software Analyst Senior. The Software Analyst Senior will work under limited supervision to create and maintain computer programs, program documentation, and operating instructions. This role will perform leadership responsibilities in the development of reusable programming solutions, participates in the systems design process, and frequently assume responsibility for project maintenance, major modifications, or development of systems. This position will provide support for operational application packages developed in-house, purchased, or in the cloud, and serve as the subject matter expert of the supply chain business process. This role consults with users to determine needs and defines user software requirements and determines feasibility of software to fulfill user requirements is cost effective, business related and operationally compatible.

This position reports directly to the IT Director.

Primary Responsibilities:

1. Perform complex analysis, designing and programming to meet business requirements.
2. Maintain, manage and modify Web and Windows software applications.
3. Understands and can develop software using the SAP Sales Cloud Software Development Kit (SDK).
4. Consults with users to determine requirements.
5. Completes feasibility studies regarding the development of in-house or the purchase of software that fulfills requirements including determining if the software is cost effective, business related and operationally compatible and efficient.
6. Understands and documents business processes.
7. Communicates project plans and status effectively to both management and business users.
8. Develop, maintain and manage systems, software tools and applications.
9. Resolve complex issues relating to business requirements and objectives.
10. Continues education through attendance to approved software seminars or courses, organizational meetings, etc. to maintain and gain up-to-date knowledge on software enhancements.
11. Analyze, develop and implement testing procedures, programming and documentation.
12. Analyze, design and develop modifications and changes to existing systems to enhance performance.
13. Maintain software versioning in company-controlled software libraries.
14. Effectively resolves programming problems by conducting a thorough analysis of the system and employing appropriate debugging techniques.
15. Contributes to the overall success of the database management system by participating in the development of SQL queries, tables, functions, procedures, packages, and triggers.

Qualifications Needed:

• Bachelors degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Business or combined equivalent education, work experience and skills in computer operations environment with strong knowledge of software systems.
• Requires three to five years of work experience with computer systems, specifically in Windows and Web software development, maintenance and support using Microsoft Development tools.
• Programming experience must include fluency in procedural, object-oriented, and functional programming concepts.
• Three years of experience with an RDBMS and SQL is required. Proficiency in understanding coding techniques, testing strategies, and application implementation is required.
• Two years of experience with SAP Sales Cloud Application Studio (SDK). Knowledge of Python Machine Learning language a plus.
• Strong analytical skills with both application implementation and operational support experience desired.
• Basic knowledge on handling HANA database to produce reports and creating applications is desired

As a key member of the Bourns Information Technology team, you will have an opportunity to grow with the company and advance based on your results, performance, and hard work. We offer a competitive salary, excellent benefits and the opportunity to work in an expanding international company. To apply, please e-mail your resume and cover letter to our Human Resources Department at: BournsHR.Riv@bourns.com.

Equal Opportunity Employer: Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran

Bourns, Inc., a leading global supplier of reliable, high quality electronic components and solutions for over sixty-five years, seeks a Staff Field Applications Engineer for our Western Region Market. In this role, you will provide comprehensive technical support for customer circuit and system designs in specific market applications.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Identify, define, and create optimum solutions to achieve market segment design-ins that utilize the full Bourns product portfolio.
• Own technical responsibility for design-in from identification of technical application to qualification and production of the technical solution.
• Provide comprehensive technical support for customers within the Western regions of the US in specific market applications.
• Facilitate new product development that generates technology-leading product road maps while maximizing the voice of the customer philosophy.
• In conjunction with Bourns Sales Team, drive total solution promotion towards maximizing company product content by identifying opportunities in new and existing applications, following up on leads, visiting accounts, and ensuring that customers have the most up-to date technical information.
• Apply technical acumen and understanding of component interaction to provide the best solution recommendation in a timely manner.
• Monitor and assess the impact of technology and market trends in the field and make recommendations to product and market management to capitalize on opportunities.

Qualifications Needed:
The successful candidate will have BSEE, with an MSEE preferred. A BS in a related field may be acceptable with appropriate electrical engineering experience. Requires a broad knowledge of design and applications and have at least 8 years of experience in the semiconductor, passive or electromechanical industries. Must possess excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively with all levels of customers and management.

This position is based in our Riverside, California facility, or home-based on the west coast, with an expectation of up to 50 % domestic travel and occasional international travel.

As a key member of the Engineering Team you will have, an opportunity to grow with the company and advance based on your results, performance, and hard work. We offer a competitive salary, benefits, and the ability to showcase your technical expertise, and your ability to build strong customer relationships. Please apply by e-mailing your resume, cover letter and salary requirement to our hiring office at: BournsHR.Riv@bourns.com.

Visit our website at www.bourns.com. Equal Opportunity Employer/Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran

The Bourns Automotive Division has played a leading role in the design, development and manufacture of potentiometric sensors since 1949. At our engineering centers in Riverside/California, Taufkirchen/Germany, and Auburn Hills/Michigan we develop and design an extensive range of customized automotive position, speed and torque sensors. These products are manufactured in Ajka/Hungary, Chihuahua & Tijuana/Mexico and Xiamen/China.

Our research and development work combined with close collaboration with customers help to ensure that our products meet the highest standards set for the automotive industry. Using state-of-the-art development software and world-class production methods, Bourns can provide innovative and cost-effective solutions to customer applications.

The Test Development Engineer position develops mechanical design for electro-mechanical test systems for evaluation of automotive sensing products. In this position you will:

• Apply a range of knowledge of; Engineering, Quality, Validation, Testing, and Measurement Systems Analysis to design and develop test equipment of high engineering content.
• Review and identify test equipment design ideas for existing and new product development opportunities based on customer supplied requirements. (RFQ's)
• Develops the appropriate Mechanical Design to organize functional test system development along with the EE Test Development Engineer for budget and timing planning in support of development projects.
• Upon award of business, along with EE Test Development Engineer, perform the mechanical design, procurement and assembly of Mechanical portion of the test systems with the assistance of Validation Engineer, Technicians, Designers, and Students to support the program timing.
• Assists in execution of the plan for test system qualification and release to the Central Test Lab personnel.
• Must be creative in solving technical mechanical problems with limited amount of data/information from component level through system level, supporting and assisting on projects where requested. May assist in activities to support the resolution of critical issues on existing product test systems.
• Advises test and product design group of ideas and designs which have either; been developed and have proven merit, or have failed and should be avoided, using good engineering and business judgment. Contributes knowledge of lessons learned via design review activities of required test systems.
• Identify, track, and resolve open issues for test projects under development.
• Create and maintain engineering documentation such as bills of material, specifications, test procedures, and usage manuals or work instructions as related to developed test equipment.
• Review and identify changes to detailed drawing sets and specifications from system design concept stage through release for use at the component and assembly level.
• Supports GR&R to verify test system conformance/capabilities.
• Perform test system failure analysis on new and existing test equipment and reports results as needed.
• Coordinate efforts with customer, and manufacturing engineering to provide necessary technical support for Functional and End-of-Line testing as required.
• Coordinate with external resources to ensure equipment requirements, budget, and timing are met. Coordinate with purchasing for order and delivery.
• Meet the requirements of the Concept to Customer (C to C) System.
• Maintain compliance to current ISO standards, IATF 16949 and customer specific requirements and Bourns product development processes as applicable. Support, promote, and perform in a manner consistent with High Performance teams, continuous improvement goals, and values of Bourns Automotive Division.

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering
• Minimum 3 years of related experience.
• Experience in CAD system usage. NX, or SolidEdge preferred.
• Experience in test equipment development for validation of electro-mechanical devices preferred
• Electro-mechanical product design experience a plus.
• Familiarity and capability with Small machine shop equipment a plus (Mill, Lathe, Drill Press, etc.)
• Ability to perform advanced mathematical calculations.
• Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variable in situations where only limited standardization exists.
• Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram or schedule form.
• Intermediate MS Office suite.
• Ability to work in teams and independently.

This position is located at the Auburn Hills, Michigan office.

Bourns offers a competitive compensation and benefit package including 401(k) with company match, profit sharing and retirement savings plan, education reimbursement, paid vacation, holidays, plus comprehensive medical and dental benefits.

For confidential consideration, please forward resume and cover letter to: kim.labarge@bourns.com

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Bourns, Inc., a leading global supplier of reliable, high quality electronic components and solutions, offers exciting and challenging careers for growth-oriented professionals. Our goal is to satisfy our worldwide customer base while achieving sound growth with strong application solutions based on technological products of innovative design, superior quality and exceptional value.

We are seeking a Manufacturing Engineer Manager to direct and oversee the efforts of the Bourns Engineering team which is responsible for the manufacturing of ceramic materials.

This role has the following Accountabilities:

• Organize the engineering team to provide manufacturing support for the Logan Ceramic Production Facility.
• Mentor the engineering team in effective project organization.
• Encourage the training and use of Kaizen methodology and a culture of continuous improvement.
• Teach the proper use of Six Sigma and other engineering tools and techniques.
• The engineering team is to provide production support and optimization of all operations involved in the manufacture of ceramic products.
• Individual area of responsibility is to focus on the production of spray dry powders and the final sintering of the ceramic product while providing the engineering support necessary to maintain production and quality levels and pursue continuous improvements.
• Formally prepare and present monthly reports to management on the effectiveness and productivity of the engineering team.
• Responsible for annual Performance Reviews of direct report engineers.
• Guide the analysis of non-conforming product to determine causes and initiate corrective action.
• Review and evaluate new methods, processes, and materials to optimize manufacturing.
• Produce detailed technical instructions that provide clear and understandable support for manufacturing operations and preferred methods.
• Diagnose and resolve equipment failures and/or problems.
• Review and evaluate new methods for cost reduction and improved product quality through automation and mechanization.
• Justify and purchase capital equipment to achieve cost and quality goals.
• Review Failure Analysis/Corrective Action Request initiate corrective action.
• Must be willing to work in manufacturing environment.

Qualifications Needed:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Manufacturing or Process Engineering, Ceramic Engineering, Materials Science / Engineering, or equivalent and applicable education, experience and/or training.
• Previous employment and work experience in ceramic production is highly desirable.
• Preferred knowledge in the production processes of batching, spray drying, forming, and firing.
• Must be familiar with statistical techniques such as SPC, Design of Experiments, and other Six Sigma Techniques.
• Possess strong analytical skills, problem-solving abilities, and is able to multitask and prioritize. Must have a strong work ethic and be culturally sensitive.
• Must have excellent and effective communication skills, both orally and written.

This position is based in our Logan, Utah manufacturing plant.

As a key member of the Team you will have, an opportunity to grow with the company and advance based on your results, performance, and hard work. We offer a competitive salary, benefits, and the ability to showcase your technical expertise, and your ability to build strong customer relationships. Please apply by e-mailing your resume, cover letter and salary requirement to our hiring office at: BournsHR.Riv@bourns.com.

Visit our website at www.bourns.com. Equal Opportunity Employer/Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran

Bourns, Inc., a leading global supplier of reliable, high quality electronic components and solutions, offers exciting and challenging careers for growth-oriented professionals. Our goal is to satisfy our worldwide customer base while achieving sound growth with strong application solutions based on technological products of innovative design, superior quality, and exceptional value.

Our Logan, Utah Ceramics Plant is seeking to fill the following part-time positions for the weekend shift 5:00AM-5:30 PM Saturday and Sunday:

1. Weekend shift lead/technician
2. QA auditor
3. Two (2) laser operators
4. Three (3) production operators

Tasks and Responsibilities

1. Weekend shift lead/technician – This position will be a direct report to the main Section Supervisor who oversees production and priorities during the week. They will be responsible to set shift assignments and priorities as needed to accomplish the overall production need as defined by the Section Supervisor. They will also be required to have the skill and ability to set-up the active production equipment and maintain its normal operation. This would include dry press, kilns, cell sorter, and laser. It is also expected that this shift lead be capable of performing the required tasks and operations of the QA auditor and able to serve as a back-up if the need arises.
2. The QA auditor is a direct report to the QA manager but is under the daily direction of the Weekend Shift Lead. This position is required to conduct in process audits during production and expected to verify conformity of finished product.
3. Two laser operators are direct reports to the Section Supervisor but are under daily direction of the Weekend Shift Lead. They are tasked with preforming all production tasks needed to manufacture laser product through the area.
4. Three production operators are direct reports to the Section Supervisor but are under daily direction of the Weekend Shift Lead. These operators will be tasked to perform operations in dry press, kiln operations, cleaning, cell sorting, and packaging as required and directed by supervision.

Please apply by e-mailing your resume, cover letter and salary requirement to our hiring office at: BournsHR.Riv@bourns.com Visit our website at www.bourns.com. Equal Opportunity Employer/Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran

Bourns, Inc., a leading global supplier of reliable, high quality electronic components and solutions, offers exciting and challenging careers for growth-oriented professionals. Our goal is to satisfy our worldwide customer base while achieving sound growth with strong application solutions based on technological products of innovative design, superior quality and exceptional value.

We are seeking a Clerk, Shipping/Receiving to make significant contributions by determining methods of shipment, utilizing knowledge of shipping procedures, routes and rates for shipment to outside processors, customers, and return of merchandise to vendors. Receive, check in, and deliver merchandise. Control incoming / outgoing production. This is a demanding job with substantial lifting, walking, and moving of product and material.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Work under general direction of designated supervisor and follow established procedures.
• Prepare product for shipments by selecting the proper containers for the intended shipment. Assemble cardboard containers or selects pre-assembled containers. Insert product or items into containers using spacers, fillers, and protective padding in such a manner as to maximize protection for the product to be shipped while balancing the volume of product to be shipped efficiently.
• Determine the preferred method of shipment utilizing knowledge of shipping, procedures, routings and rates.
• Ensure goods are shipped with most efficient and economical carrier by being cognizant of competitive rates and routes.
• Prepare and process all required documents for each shipment including International documentation and bills of lading.
• Receive incoming materials and product into stock. Verify associated paperwork and confirm the product count.
• Check in raw materials and supplies per Bourns policies and procedures. Verify associated paperwork and confirm the product count.
• Make appropriate entries on designated records noting exceptions, shortages or damage.
• Move incoming shipment to stock room, to requisitioner or to Receiving Inspection.
• Call trucking company for pick up or delivery.
• Wrap, seal, address, and weigh merchandise to be shipped, such as parts returned to vendors, materials designated for outside processing or other miscellaneous shipments.
• Receive signed receipts for pick up or deliveries from carriers.
• Assist in loading and unloading of trucks.
• Organize and store materials for future use.
• Handle all large shipments - including: Banding, weighing, lifting, etc.
• Forklift certified (Pallet jack).
• Handle all small non-product shipments, i.e., tooling, computers.
• Responsible for cleaning of outside dock, sweeping, shoveling, etc.
• Prepare crates (labeling, weighing, etc.) for shipment.
• Communicate with carriers on problems.
• Use own judgment as to when extra-ordinary shipments are processed so as not to inhibit the quality of shipping of regular product every day.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

This position is based in our Logan, Utah facility.

As a key member of the Logan Team you will have, an opportunity to grow with the company and advance based on your results, performance, and hard work. We offer a competitive salary, benefits, and the ability to showcase your technical expertise, and your ability to build strong customer relationships. Please apply by e-mailing your resume, cover letter and salary requirement to our hiring office at: BournsHR.Riv@bourns.com.

Visit our website at www.bourns.com. Equal Opportunity Employer/Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran