Manufacturing Engineer

Job description:

Job Title: Manufacturing Engineer

Department: Engineering

Reports to: Engineering Manager

Position Overview:

The manufacturing engineer is primarily tasked with the assistance of
both engineering and production personnel to ensure that conforming
products are shipped to the customer base at minimal
cost and lead time. The successful candidate shall provide analytical
and strategic support to manufacturing operations, serve as liaison
between engineering and production departments, and troubleshoot
problems resulting from in-process product nonconformances.

Essential Job Functions:

- Interface with process engineers and production personnel to
troubleshoot issues arising from manufacturing operations

- Investigate nonconformances

- Implement corrective actions

- Work with management to efficiently optimize and execute workflow
schedules resulting from planned manufacturing sequences and lead
times to expedite production operations

- Work with management to coordinate quality control objectives and
activities to resolve production problems, maximize product
reliability, and minimize cost

- Design novel tooling as necessary

- Consult on the need for new hob cutters, shaper cutters, and
grinding wheels

- Verify operational requirements prior to machine tool setup

- Provide technical support for machine tool setup

- Work with department management to maximize department productivity

- Advise Director of Manufacturing of departmental training needs;
conduct training when appropriate

- Employ a multitude of inspection techniques to measure part and
assembly features

- Assist in determining tooling and fixturing needs

- Analyze dimensional changes resulting from special processes

- Analyze blueprints and work instructions

- Complete all necessary paperwork as required in a timely & accurate
manner

Benefits:

- Medical, Dental, Prescription, Eye

- Paid vacation and paid personal time

- Life insurance, 401K, FSA

- Education opportunities

Physical Demands:

- Ability to lift/carry 10-20 pounds

(upward pulling)

- Lift/carry Occasionally

- Stooping Occasionally

(bending body downward and forward by bending spine at the waist,
requiring full use of the lower extremities and back muscles)

- Reaching Frequently

(extending hands and arms in any direction including upward and
downward)

- Walking Occasionally
(with normal breaks)

- Sitting Occasionally

(with normal breaks)

- Standing Frequently

(with normal breaks)

Environmental Conditions:

- Noise intensity level exposed with this job Loud

- Exposure to fumes, odors, dusts, and gases Occasionally

- Exposure to hazard of moving mechanical parts Occasionally

This position requires use of information which is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or the Export Administration Regulations (EAR)., Non-U.S. persons selected must meet eligibility requirement for access to export-restricted information. The ITAR/EAR defines a U.S. person as a U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e. Green Card Holder), or Refugee.

In compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, you, as a new employee, as a condition of your employment, must complete the Employment Eligibility Verification Form I-9 and present documentation establishing identity and employment eligibility.

Qualifications:

Skills/Requirements:

- Knowledge of inspection and measurement; recognition of appropriate
technique and repeatability is essential

- Ability to assess machine tool capabilities

- Strong mechanical aptitude

- Working knowledge of practical material characteristics, including,
but not limited to, hardness and machineability

- Working knowledge of special processes, especially the thermal
treatment of steel

- Ability to efficiently communicate technical information

- Ability to identify strengths and weaknesses in company personnel

- Basic math & geometry skills

- At least 5 years of experience in precision-machined component
manufacturing with strong preference to gear manufacturing

Why is This a Great Opportunity:

An opportunity to work with a truly culture-focused employer. The client has a reputation of keeping all members fully aware and included of all non-confidential project details. This isn't a role where you only complete required tasks, but where you stay involved with the impact of your project. During the interview process, family is invited to attend to view the workspace and ensure everyone is comfortable.

• Medical, Dental, and Vision: The company covers 90% of family medical premiums (PPO plan) and pays 100% of family dental and vision premiums. All benefits are effective the first of the month after your start date.
• Retirement: A 401k plan with a 50% company match on contributions up to 6% of your income.
• Paid Time Off: Paid vacation, personal time, bereavement, and jury duty are all available in your first year. The company also observes 9 paid holidays and 2 bonus holidays.
• Other Benefits: Company-paid life insurance, company-paid short-term disability, and educational assistance are also provided.