SoundTraxx has need of some help! Full time positions offer paid holidays, sick days, vacation and a fully-paid health care plan after 90 days. Our hours are 9:00am to 5:30pm Monday through Friday.

Embedded Systems Engineer
We are in need of an embedded systems engineer to design, develop, document and test embedded real-time software and hardware in areas of motor control, digital audio processing and data communications. Successful candidate will have a BSEE/CS or equivalent, strong communication skills and experience with structured software development using C and Assembly language.

Compensation
A competitive salary will be offered to the successful candidate along with full benefits and relocation assistance. Interested persons should mail their resume and salary requirements to SoundTraxx, Human Resources, 210 Rock Point Drive, Durango, Colorado 81301.  You may also fax to (970) 259-0691 or email to HR@soundtraxx.com.

Assemblers
We are in need of several reliable person(s) to join our production team.  Good manual dexterity and good eyesight (corrected) a must. Soldering skills a plus, but will train the right person. Duties of this position will vary depending on applicants skill level, but may include making wire assemblies, testing, programming and packaging the finished products. Attention to detail and the ability to follow both verbal and written instructions a must. Salary commensurate with experience. Apply in person at SoundTraxx, 210 Rock Point Drive, Durango, Colorado.

Production Manager
Summary
We have an immediate opening for a Production Manager at our manufacturing plant in Durango, Colorado.  This key position will be responsible for overseeing the day-to-day production activities related to the manufacture of consumer electronic products and directly supervises 5-10 production employees. 

Qualifications
The ideal candidate must be a hands-on individual who possesses a high level of drive, energy and integrity.  Strong leadership qualities and team building skills are essential. The individual should have the ability to motivate subordinates and peers to work toward common objectives.

It is also important that the individual have an attention to detail with good analytical and problem solving skills to manage the many processes under their watch. Excellent oral and written communication skills and the ability to draft reports and procedures are required.

The company is embarking on a strategic transition towards lean manufacturing processes and disciplines. The ideal candidate must be a change facilitator and possess demonstrated leadership qualities as a Kaizen leader with a proven background in implementing Lean Manufacturing concepts and experience in teaching, facilitating and coaching organizations in the tools and techniques of Lean Manufacturing.

Qualified applicants will have a four-year degree in Manufacturing, Mechanical, Industrial or Electrical Engineering and 3+ years of supervisory experience in an electronics manufacturing environment.

A working knowledge of Lean Manufacturing practices and experience with advanced PCBA Manufacturing, SMT, lead-free solder, PCB rework and test is required.

Core Responsibilities
The Production manager will be responsible for maintaining the availability of finished goods by determining, monitoring and updating production priorities, managing staff and equipment, and working with planning and purchasing to ensure material requirements are met.

Duties of this position will include:

• Managing production personnel by planning, assigning and directing work; interviewing and training employees; coaching and counseling employees; rewarding and disciplining employees; communicating job expectations; appraising and reviewing job contribution; planning and reviewing compensation.
  
  
• Achieving operational objectives by contributing production planning information and recommendations; preparing and completing action plans; implementing production, productivity, quality and customer-service standards; recommending technology solutions to improve profitability; identifying and implement process changes to improve manufacturing efficiency.
  
  
• Determining production priorities by reviewing customer orders and production schedules; analyzing equipment, material and employee availability; coordinating schedules with sales and purchasing.
  
  
• Leading the introduction, maintenance and evaluation of lean manufacturing techniques.
  
  
• Maintaining a positive work environment and ensuring compliance with safety standards and established policies and procedures.
  
  
• Management of production equipment maintenance process.
  
  
• Evaluating production performance and providing regular reports to the management team.

Compensation
A competitive salary will be offered to the successful candidate along with full benefits and relocation assistance. Interested persons should mail their resume and salary requirements to SoundTraxx, Human Resources, 210 Rock Point Drive, Durango, Colorado 81301.  You may also fax to (970) 259-0691 or email to HR@soundtraxx.com.