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Located on the beautiful Central Coast of California, and now also in Layton, Utah, Rantec Power Systems Inc. is a custom designer and manufacturer of power supplies for the military and aerospace markets. We are an engineered solutions company, with expertise in all aspects of power supply design, manufacturing, and test. Our core strengths are providing innovative and reliable solutions for demanding applications. Our customers include upper-tier defense contractors who value commitment and performance. Rantec is regularly recognized for exceptional performance in the areas that matter most to our customers: On-time-delivery, quality products, responsive personnel, and a cooperative environment. Our Vision is to establish ourselves as a premier power conversion solutions provider for the defense industry yielding superior shareholder value.
Performing all the activities from design to final product delivery at a single location requires us to have a workforce with a wide-ranging set of skills and experience. Our success is determined by the quality and commitment of Our People. Each Rantec employee brings a unique perspective to the organization that helps us achieve our goals. At our core, Rantec is a values-driven culture that strives to make a positive impact in our employee’s lives both inside and outside of work through Our Values.
With a presence in San Luis Obispo County for nearly 50 years, Rantec has long made an impact in the area we call home. Rantec organizes various opportunities throughout the year for employees to give back and make a difference in their surrounding communities. Rantec regularly connects with schools and universities in the area and is constantly represented at local outreach events for Veterans.
As a valued member of the Rantec team you’ll be offered competitive wages and great benefits including: Medical, Dental, Vision, Vacation, Holidays, PTO, Paid Parental Leave, Tuition Assistance, 401K with matching contributions up to 6%, Profit Sharing, Flexible Spending Accounts, Free Snacks and Drinks in our cafeteria, Vanpool availability, Peer-to-Peer recognition, and Years-of-Service Awards. In California and Utah, we are on the 9/80 alternative work week schedule providing every other Friday off (3-day weekends every other week), with a free catered lunch on payday.
Come join the Rantec team and see why Our Vision, Our People, and Our Values set us apart from our competitors.
The Area Supervisor supports personnel management of the Electronic Assemblers and Line Leads of multiple Work Centers or Cells. They are accountable for solution being in place to resolve Assembler Level Challenges/roadblocks. They ensure the workforce is in place, trained, and employees’ tactical development plans are in place. They manage the hiring, onboarding, training, and skill matrix of Assembler personnel.
The Cost Accounting Assistant position at Rantec supports the Cost Accounting Manager by gathering, organizing, and maintaining accurate cost data used in pricing and financial processes. This role focuses on data collection, validation, and administrative support in a fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate is highly detail-oriented, organized, and able to manage multiple priorities.
The Data Analyst is responsible for the ongoing support, enhancement, and optimization of the Company’s ERP system, BI tools, and related software systems. The role partners closely with Operations (Engineering, Manufacturing, Materials, Quality) and IT personnel to translate business needs into effective system and reporting solutions, troubleshoot application and database issues, and improve data-related processes. The Data Analyst supports system implementations and upgrades, user access management, documentation, and vendor/consultant coordination while adhering to data governance, compliance, and corporate IT standards.
Gain valuable hands-on experience while being a part of a team that foster’s innovation, employee involvement. Perform task and project level assignments including design/development, analysis, and manufacturing support of power supply development for defense and aerospace applications.
Gain valuable hands-on experience while being a part of a team that fosters innovation, employee involvement. Perform task and project level assignments including design/development, analysis, and manufacturing support of power supply development for defense and aerospace applications.
Under general to minimal supervision, perform a variety of power supply assembly tasks in accordance with workmanship standards. This role covers a large breadth and depth of electronic assembly tasks, processes, soldering, machine operation, material uses, operating equipment, and hand tools. Employees in this role must be able to learn and grow within the manufacturing team.
Under general to minimal supervision, perform a variety of power supply assembly tasks in accordance with workmanship standards. This role covers a large breadth and depth of electronic assembly tasks, processes, soldering, machine operation, material uses, operating equipment, and hand tools. Employees in this role must be able to learn and grow within the manufacturing team.
Under general to minimal supervision, perform a variety of power supply assembly tasks in accordance with workmanship standards. This role covers a large breadth and depth of electronic assembly tasks, processes, soldering, machine operation, material uses, operating equipment, and hand tools. Employees in this role must be able to learn and grow within the manufacturing team.
Under general supervision only the Human Resources (HR) Business Partner will provide HR generalist support of the company’s strategic objectives. They will partner with Rantec leaders (directors, managers, supervisors) consistent application of the organization’s policies and procedures. They will exercise discretion and independent judgement in matters of significant including leave of absences, internal investigations, employee relations, recruitment and selection, performance management, compensation and benefits, employee engagement, wellness, training and development, and safety ensuring full compliance with California employment law as well as other states, as required
This position serves as a key resource for HR Leadership, managers and employees regarding day-to-day HR matters and is expected to exercise independent judgment in recommending compliant and practical solutions consistent with company policy and applicable employment laws.
The Industrial Engineer Intern would focus on floor plan and layouts for the Materials department with the primary focus on the Shipping / Receiving area and the bulk storage location.
This position involves collaborating with cross-functional teams, developing and executing meticulous test plans, developing and maintaining test equipment, and providing technical guidance during test activities.
Gain valuable hands-on experience while being a part of a team that fosters innovation, employee involvement. Perform task and project level assignments including design/development, analysis, and manufacturing support of power supply development for defense and aerospace applications.
Under general supervision, perform a variety of maintenance, repair and adjustment of assembly and production equipment. Coordinate a facility Preventive Maintenance (PM) program for production equipment, generate maintenance records and update the maintenance database. Maintain the tools, supplies and work areas dedicated for the PM program. Must apply a working knowledge of pneumatic, hydraulic and electromechanical systems during maintenance and repair of equipment. Perform Facility based repairs and Preventative Maintenance. Basic knowledge of electrical, plumbing and hand tools.
Manufacturing Engineering Intern will work within production space to contribute and learn. Gain valuable hands-on experience while being a part of a team that foster’s innovation, employee involvement. Perform task related to electronic assembly, tooling design, assembly instruction, and document updates of power supply development for defense and aerospace applications. This position will work alongside Manufacturing and Process Engineers as they encounter challenges. During the Summer period a project will be assigned which improves product on time delivery, reduced production cost, and eliminate defects.
Gain valuable hands-on experience while being a part of a team that foster’s innovation, employee involvement. Perform task and project level assignments including design/development, analysis, and manufacturing support of power supply development for defense and aerospace applications.
Provide technical and administrative leadership to the Mechanical Engineering, PCB Design/Layout, and
Drafting teams. Establish priorities, assign resources, and manage project execution within the
Mechanical Engineering work group. Oversee the design, layout, and packaging of power supplies and
electronic assemblies for harsh operating environments in accordance with customer specifications,
documentation requirements, and Rantec quality procedures. Establish, maintain, and improve
mechanical engineering design standards, guidelines, and procedures.
The Operations Intern will support manufacturing operations through work-in-process tracking, production floor follow-up, and operational analytics. This position will work with Operations, Planning, Manufacturing, Materials, Quality, and Program Management to improve visibility into open work orders, physical WIP location, production constraints, material availability, and schedule risk.
A key part of this role will be spending time on the production floor locating WIP, verifying work order status, following up on stalled jobs, and helping ensure production status information is accurate and current. The Operations Intern will also assist with developing and maintaining Qlik reports, dashboards, and supporting analysis using data from Rantec’s ERP system.
During the summer period, a project will be assigned that improves production visibility, supports on-time delivery, reduces manual reporting effort, and helps identify opportunities to improve manufacturing flow.
Takes a lead role in developing internal design guidelines for printed wiring board (PWB) designs. Performs a full range of design tasks to produce PWBs for Rantec’s power supply products. Applies a thorough material science knowledge of the interactions and characteristics of materials used in PWB manufacturing and the impact of material choices on design decisions. Interface with PWB manufacturers to ensure Rantec’s designs are compatible with the manufacturing processes of the PWB. Produce the schematic, design the component layout of the circuit board, and create documentation to support manufacturing.
The Production Control Intern will work cross-functionally with the Planning, Production, and Inventory
Control groups to monitor and drive improvement to work-in-process (WIP) levels. This person will gain
valuable hands-on experience while being part of a team that foster’s innovation, employee engagement,
and fact-based results. The main objective of this position will be to categorize, analyze, and improve
Rantec’s inventory levels by driving reductions in WIP levels, primarily focusing on aging work orders.
This will consist of physical consolidation and organization of product across the manufacturing facility,
and communication to essential personnel on how to progress it forward in its relative manufacturing, test,
or inspection process.
The Test Technician is hands-on with final product and sub-assemblies, paying careful attention to detail will be the last line of defense between design or production problems and the customer. The Production Test Technician will use a wide variety of tools, instruments, and automated test systems.
The Rantec Repairs Service Manager’s primary responsibility is to ensure the business unit is meeting goals that contribute to the overall success of the Company. The position has a broad range of responsibilities; from establishing policies and procedure for the business segment; creating and implement strategies to achieve targets; assuring that the day-to-day operations supporting the segment are operating effectively.
Gain valuable hands-on experience while being a part of a team that foster’s innovation, employee involvement. Perform task and project level assignments including design/development, analysis, and manufacturing support of power supply development for defense and aerospace applications.
The Test Engineering team at Rantec is tasked with keeping the production test environment up and running smoothly to allow our Test Technicians to provide accurate and consistent results. Test Engineering plays a crucial role in ensuring power supplies are properly tested with quality and functionality. This position involves collaborating with cross-functional teams, developing and executing meticulous test plans, developing and maintaining test equipment, and providing technical guidance during test activities.
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