Manufacturing Technician
If you are an operations professional looking for continuous growth, Emerson has an exciting opportunity for you as a Manufacturing Technician! Based in our Reno, NV location, you will provide support and development of solutions for our manufacturing production operations to drive improvements in safety, quality, delivery, and cost position. This individual will work closely with other functional groups to deploy solutions to better serve our internal and external customers.
In This Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be:
- Determining the most efficient way to manufacture valves, valve parts and components based on the manufacturing capabilities of the plant.
- Creating the system routings for parts and work instructions for manufacturing operators to follow.
- Creating CNC programs for the different manufacturing machines in the plant to process raw materials or semi-finished goods into valve parts and components.
- Determining through computer modeling or time studies the system rates for parts and components.
- Setting up new parts in the ERP system.
- Aiding in new product development through design for manufacturability.
- Supporting product assembly, including root cause analysis for fixing processes of component assembly and testing.
- Sourcing capital equipment for replacement and new projects.
- Supporting/leading cost reduction projects.
Who You Are:
You look for obstacles and develop excellent contingency plans. You find and champion the best creative ideas and actively move them into implementation. You experiment with a range of existing technologies while applying new and emerging options that can enhance organizational outcomes. You orchestrate multiple activities simultaneously to accomplish a goal. You seek ways to improve processes, from small tweaks to complete reengineering.
For This Role, You Will Need:
2+ years of experience in manufacturing environment with machine shop and assembly operations experience OR a eqivalent combination of education and experience
- Proficiency in one or more types of 3D CAD software (AutoCAD, Autodesk Inventor, SolidWorks, ect)
- Understanding of Operations planning systems (MRP, ERP), tools, and applications
- Knowledge of 5S+1, lean manufacturing practices, and continuous improvement
- Ability to read prints, work with CAD systems and understand engineering requirements
- Well versed knowledge in material grades
- Proficiency in metal manufacturing processes including cutting, plasma cutting, surface grinding, welding and painting
- Understanding of part costing
Preferred Qualifications That Set You Apart:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Manufacturing, Industrial, or Mechanical Engineering or related field
- 2+ years of experience with any ERP system (Oracle/SAP)
- Six Sigma Green Belt/Black Belt
Physical Role Requirements:
- While performing duties, may be required to stand, walk, stoop, bend, twist, and/or lift up to 40 pounds
- Exposure to manufacturing plant conditions and elements, including but not limited to noise, dust, dirt, oil, and grease
- Will perform all duties using required safety guidelines including wearing appropriate, personal protective equipment i.e., safety glasses with side shields, safety shoes and hearing protection while in production facility as required
- May be required to work at different workstations as per business needs
Our Culture & Commitment to You:
At Emerson, we prioritize a workplace where every employee is valued, respected, and empowered to grow. We foster an environment that encourages innovation, collaboration, and diverse perspectives—because we know that phenomenal ideas come from great teams. Our commitment to ongoing career development and growing an inclusive culture ensures you have the support to thrive. Whether through mentorship, training, or leadership opportunities, we invest in your success so you can make a lasting impact. We believe teams with varied strengths, working together are key to driving growth and delivering business results.
We recognize the importance of employee wellbeing. We prioritize providing flexible, competitive benefits plans to meet you and your family’s physical, mental, financial, and social needs. We provide a variety of medical insurance plans, with dental and vision coverage, Employee Assistance Program, 401(k), tuition reimbursement, employee resource groups, recognition, and much more. Our culture offers flexible time off plans, including paid parental leave (maternal and paternal), vacation and holiday leave.