Plating Engineer (Manufacturing) in Hauppauge, New York at Central Semiconductor LLC

About Central Semiconductor

Central Semiconductor LLC, an AEM company, is a leading manufacturer of high-quality discrete semiconductor solutions, including surface mount and bare die devices. With a strong reputation for innovation and reliability, Central serves a broad range of industries requiring both advanced technology and continued support for legacy systems. Headquartered in Hauppauge, NY, and founded in 1974, Central maintains its position as a trusted partner by delivering tailored semiconductor solutions for today’s most demanding applications.

Position Summary

Reporting to the Director of Operations and working under limited supervision, the Plating Engineer is responsible for all TWM engineering/process related activities, TWM new product development related activities, overall TWM product quality and reliability, and takes the lead for all TWM continuous improvement and risk mitigation activities. This is a full-time, onsite opportunity. There is no remote work arrangement or location assistance available for this position.

Position Details

• Provides TWM application and product support to Customer Service/Sales.
• Establishes and maintains process instructions, engineering and product drawings, design records, and coordinates with Quality Department to establish appropriate screening and acceptance procedures and acceptance criteria.
• Provides technical training to operators and technicians involved with TWM plating and is the mentor coach for the entire product line.
• Establish a safe working environment for all TWM employees. Works with the Safety Manager and Regulatory Manager of AEM/Central to ensure that the TWM/Plating Line remains in compliance with all statutory and regulatory requirements.

Key Positions Responsibilities and Accountabilities

All TWM and Plating Line activities including:

• Support all AEM TWM plating and related operations to ensure highest possible quality and on-time delivery objectives are met
• Specifies all equipment and equipment implementation for TWM plating
• Responsible for the generation and maintenance of process instructions necessary for plating
• Review purchase orders and related purchase order documents for the generation of Quality Planning Sheets (QPS) to ensure no customer requirements are missed
• Responsible for new TWM product qualifications and TWM pre-evaluation activities
• Evaluates and specifies plating processes as applicable to a wide range of passive and active electronic components and coordinates new plating chemical/raw material qualifications and supplier approvals with Quality and AEM Purchasing Departments
• Takes the lead supporting Quality with Failure Analysis (FA) and internal/external Corrective Action Request (CAR) activities
• Establishes and documents Preventative Maintenance (PM) plans for TWM plating and related processing and testing/screening equipment
• Adheres to all safety requirements and enforces compliance
• Interacts professionally with co-workers and vendors; understands internal customers; and strives to maintain good relations with others
• May assist in other areas or perform other duties as required by business demands

Benefits of working with our team:

• This role is full-time, non-exempt
• Based in Hauppauge, NY this is an onsite role
• We offer competitive pay based on knowledge, skills, and relevant experience
• Benefits for eligible employees include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401K with company match

Organizational Overview

AEM, headquartered in San Diego, California, (change based on company & location) is a portfolio company of Industrial Growth Partners (IGP), a private equity firm focused exclusively on middle-market industrial manufacturing and niche services businesses. Through its industry leading brands AEM, Renaissance Electronics, and Central Semiconductor, AEM serves niche applications across a diverse array of attractive markets including satellite, aerospace, defense, industrial, medical, EV/Battery, and telecom.

AEM is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with disability.

Education and/or Experience Requirements:

· B.S. in Chemical Engineering or related Engineering degree

· Minimum of 2 years experience in electro-plating operations. Specific to electronics industry end applications a plus.

· Status as a US Person as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)