Leads new product introduction from prototype through mass-production readiness. Defines manufacturing processes, assembly methods, documentation, quality controls, layouts, fixtures, and validation activities. Performs hands-on builds and testing, troubleshoots process issues, conducts root-cause analysis, improves yield, cycle time, cost, and quality, and coordinates customers, suppliers, and internal teams. May work in cleanrooms and travel overseas for customer builds, product transfers, or supplier activities.
Who are we?
Frencken Mechatronics is involved in the development and assembly of industrial systems or the semiconductor industry, the healthcare market, and a wide range of analytical applications. The high-quality precision mechanical parts, machine assemblies, and vacuum systems are assembled in both clean room and non-clean room environments. As a service provider, Frencken Mechatronics also produces high-quality precision components and modules for leading clients in the high-tech industry.
- Lead and coordinate New Product Introduction (NPI) activities from project kick-off, prototype build, pilot run to mass production readiness.
- Organize and participate in NPI project kick-off meetings with internal teams and customers to define project scope, timeline, and deliverables.
- Act as the technical focal point for NPI projects between customers and internal cross-functional teams.
- Provide DFM/DFA feedback to customers during design review to improve manufacturability and assembly efficiency.
- Define manufacturing processes, assembly methods, and test procedures for new products.
- Develop manufacturing documentation including Process Flow (PF), Process Control Plan (PCP), PFMEA, Work Instructions (WI), and production layouts.
- Establish process parameters, quality control points, and inspection criteria for production.
- Support production line setup, workstation configuration, and process validation during NPI builds.
- Perform hands-on assembly and testing of modules during prototype and pilot builds. Monitor build results and identify manufacturing risks, yield impact, process gaps, and improvement opportunities.
- Design and develop jigs, fixtures, and special tools to support assembly, testing, and production efficiency.
- Execute production improvement programs focusing on process optimization, cycle time reduction, cost improvement, and quality enhancement.
- Lead Root Cause Analysis (RCA) and implement corrective actions for engineering or process-related issues.
- Liaise with customers, suppliers, and internal teams to resolve technical issues and ensure timely closure.
- Support internal, external, and customer audits related to NPI processes and documentation.
- Able to work in cleanroom environments when required.
- Willing to travel overseas to support customer builds, product transfers, or supplier technical activities.
- Perform ad-hoc engineering assignments as assigned by management.
- Lead build reviews and post‑build retrospectives to drive maturity improvements. implement process capability targets.
Skill set:
- Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
- Experience in establishing manufacturing processes including process flow development, workstation setup, and production line layout.
- Experience with SolidWorks or other CAD software is an advantage.
- Strong troubleshooting and technical problem-solving skills.
- Good understanding of BOM structure and product configuration.
- Able to read and interpret mechanical drawings with strong understanding of GD&T.
- Familiarity with manufacturing documentation (PFMEA, PCP, WI, PF) is preferred.
- Strong communication, coordination, and project management skills.
- Data & SPC (control charts, capability, Pareto) Issue resolution with structured problem‑solving (e.g., 8D/DMEDI)
What do we offer?
Frencken is characterized by an informal and collegial atmosphere where every individual is important. We ensure that you feel at home with us quickly. You will work in a fascinating, challenging high-tech company, within a team of colleagues who are just as passionate as you are.
We reward that passion with a good salary, excellent employment conditions and plenty of opportunities for further development.
Interested in this vacancy? Apply now!
Notice to recruiters and placement agencies:
Please do not submit any resumes to any person or email address at Frencken Group prior to having a signed agreement from Human Resources. Frencken Group is not liable and will not pay placement fees for candidates submitted without approved request. Furthermore, any resumes sent to us without prior agreement and request in place will be considered your company’s gift to Frencken Group and may be forwarded to our recruiters for their attention.
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