Job description
- Support new product development by evaluating new tools and completing the New Item Creation (NIC) process
- Acquire specifications/drawings/testing/application data
- Assist with the creation of equipment design, manufacturing and test specifications
- Perform Product testing on new and existing tools
- Internal lab testing
- 3rd party external testing
- Field testing
- Product quality and warranty reduction
- Track top warranty items for assigned commodities by number of defects and cost
- Identify opportunities for improving tool performance, functionality and durability
- Lead the root cause analysis of product failures and implement corrective actions
- Perform bin audits to understand product failures
- Present warranty reduction projects at quarterly management warranty review
- Attend supplier review meetings and provide Engineering and Quality feedback to the scorecard
- Perform data analysis for new and existing warranty agreements with suppliers
- Respond to Customer Service requests for engineering and quality expertise through the Epost-it process
- Author field communications for quality related concerns
- B.S. in Engineering or Engineering Technology, preferably Mechanical
- Experience in manufacturing quality
- Experience in material testing and comparison to industry standards
- Experience with SolidWorks 2D print creation and 3D modeling
- Certified SolidWorks Associate (CSWA)
PREFERRED
- Certified SolidWorks Professional (CSWP)
- SolidWorks simulation experience
- Hands-on automotive experience with an excellent working knowledge of automotive tools
- Experience with material testing equipment
- Ability to interpret and understand ASTM standards
- Experience with problem solving strategies (5 Whys)
- 10% travel or less. May include one international trip per year
- Proficient with Microsoft Office suite (specifically Excel and Access)
- Database / business intelligence system query writing and analysis
- Current passport
- Warranty reduction goal of two successful projects per quarter
- On-time measures for new item creation process
- Customer service response times
- On-time delivery of product development projects
- Strong self-management skills
- Problem solving
- Organization
- Planning and prioritization
- High level of energy and self-motivation
- Strong ability to influence
- Ability to present and communicate to all levels of the organization
- Assertiveness
- Gaining consensus and commitment of peers and suppliers
- Conflict resolution
- Negotiating skills
Matco Tools, a wholly owned subsidiary of Vontier Corporation, is a distributor of quality professional automotive equipment, tools, and toolboxes. Matco began operation in 1946 and, since 1979, has sold products directly to professional mechanics, enthusiasts, and those who value quality tools through a network of independent franchised mobile distributors who operate in all 50 states, Puerto Rico, and Canada. Products are also sold to central purchasing operations and other institutional customers through industrial sales representatives and via the internet. Matco is a franchising company, a distribution company, a financing company, a manufacturer of industry leading toolboxes, and a leading supplier of automotive technology solutions employing approximately 600 associates in the United States, Puerto Rico and Canada. For more information on Matco Tools, visit www.matcotools.com.
BENEFITS
Annual bonuses/incentives (depending on position)
Immediate company benefits (medical, dental, vision, life, etc.)
401k with company match
401k defined contribution after 1 year of service
High level of employee engagement
Walking path and gym equipment onsite
Food trucks on site during the summer
Dress for your day - every day casual/jeans
Employee discounts
15 days vacation + 4 floating holidays + 8 paid holidays
Paid maternity & paternity leave
Tuition reimbursement
Hybrid work environment (2 days remote)
Annual Day of Caring for employees to volunteer
Discounts on tools
Annual team building events
WHO IS VONTIER
Vontier is a $3B global industrial technology company focused on smarter transportation and mobility. Our six operating companies—Gilbarco Veeder-Root, Global Traffic Technologies, Teletrac Navman, Matco Tools, Hennessy Industries, and DRB Systems—are united by a powerful purpose: mobilizing the future to create a better world. Our portfolio of trusted brands includes market-leading expertise in mobility technologies, retail and commercial fueling, fleet management, telematics, vehicle diagnostics and repair, and smart cities. Vontier’s pioneering solutions advance safety, security, efficiency, and sustainability worldwide.
Energized by our shared purpose and values, we have a strong culture shaped by a deep organization-wide commitment to inclusion, diversity, and equity (ID&E) and environmental, social, and governance (ESG). Eight vibrant global employee resource groups serve as powerful focal points for connection, community, and advocacy, and we actively support community causes through Vontier Cares. We offer flexible remote and in-person, open-space work options.
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