Summary
• Document complete process flow of new projects / components including estimated process times.
• To generate process files needed to support manufacturing of various parts and components.
• To perform mechanical design tasks in CAD as needed for manufacturing, drafting Solid Model parts,
tooling, fixture assemblies, and drawings. (Design, Solid Models, Drawings)
• To provide engineering support by troubleshooting manufacturing process and machining issues and
implementing timely solutions to maintain the continuity of production flow.
• To monitor and debug new methods, equipment, and procedures to ensure total system efficiencies.
• Ability to generate CNC programs primarily for single & multi-axis lathes, and/or vertical, horizontal, 4
and 5-axis machining centers, with Fanuc and Siemens controls.
• Successfully implement self-generated programs, error free code, and meaningful set-up sheets.
• Generate ROI calculations and present to supervisor for cutting tool or workholding suggestions.
• Project management skills to order cutting tools and fixture components as needed.
• Continuous Improvement implementation via self-observations or instructions by others.
• Provide SolidWorks and or ESPRIT training and mentoring to associate engineers.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
• Responsible for all facets of NPI (new product introduction) and repeat product processes.
• Develop and maintain manufacturing plans for new and existing products within the ERP system.
• Review engineering documents. (Drawings, CAD-models, MBD/DPD/PMI, Specifications, etc.)
• Review changed / revised engineering documentation for manufacturability and engineering changes
for impact to fixture and process.
• Create Solid Models & CAD drawings for inspection, manufacturing process, fixtures, tooling, assembly,
other parts related devices, workstations, etc. Extracting MBD/DPD/PMI model data. (ie: SolidWorks)
• Create CNC Machine Programs & Process Documentation (NC code, setup sheets, tool list, process info,
In-Process inspection, etc.). (ie: ESPRIT CAM, Excel)
• Provides constant communication between Engineering and Operations.
• Support Operations by providing technical support, interpretation, and engineering data.
• Support Engineering by providing feedback, data, and other information needed to process parts.
• Support startup of new products, coordinate & support other departments and team members.
• Review and recommend improvements to manufacturing processes.
• Identify need for established work procedure and standardized method.
• Document and communicate work procedure and standardized methods as needed.
• Identify need for training and communicates need to appropriate manager.
• Consult with supervisors, engineers, programmers, and manufacturing to gather information about
process intent to provide proper support needed.
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Other Tasks
• Provide estimated manufacturing process and times to aid in quoting new & existing product, including
DFM (Design for Manufacturability) feedback to customers.
• Support customer visits through engineering expertise and project involvement.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
Required Education and/or Experience
• Associate Degree in Manufacturing Technology / Mechanical Engineering or related field, OR High
school diploma with equivalent combination of education and manufacturing experience.
• 2 years of experience or training certification with CAD software (ex: SolidWorks/AutoCAD).
• 2 years of experience or training certification with CAM software (ex: ESPRIT/MasterCam).
• 2 years of work experience in CNC machining/manufacturing on 3-axis verticals and/or lathes.
• 2 years of work experience developing manufacturing processes and routing into an ERP system.
• Working knowledge of MS Office Excel, Outlook, Word, OneDrive, BOX, Adobe Acrobat, & ERP systems.
• Experience with the business side of operation (quoting, customer relations, production planning, etc.)
• On the job training/growth will be provided for motivated applicants.
Required Skills, Certifications, etc.
• Self-Starter / Self-Motivated / Flexible / Detail-Oriented.
• Reliable and dependable.
• Ability to work in a team environment and organize and document data for others to use.
• Accurate and thorough with strong attention to detail; monitors own work to ensure quality.
• Positive internal and customer focused attitude.
• Works well in a fast paced and rapidly changing environment.
Language Skills
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions,
procedures, drawings, and customer and industry specifications.
• Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization.
• Ability to communicate well with others internally / externally, written and verbal.
Mathematical Skills
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common
fractions, and decimals.
• Ability to calculate machining cycle times and run rates in various time formats.
Preferred Skills, Certifications, etc.
• Experience working with an ERP system to enter Job Routers and maintain templates for repeat orders.
• Working knowledge of services such as Heat Treating, Plating, Cleaning, & Non-Destructive Testing.
• Experience with reading and applying customer & product specifications for manufacturing.
• A good understanding to apply GD&T tolerancing and digital MBD/DPD/PMI data to drawings.
• Experience in various machining processes for a wide range of materials from Aluminum to Inconel.
• Mechanical Inspection skills using various inspection equipment, height gages, and CMM’s.
• Working with Aerospace parts, special alloys, close tolerances <0.0003”, complex GD&T.
• Operate and/or program 5-Axis Machines and Mill-Turn Machines.
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Physical Demands
• Depending on the assignment, may require ordinary ambulatory skills sufficient to visit other locations;
or the ability to stand, walk and manipulate (lift, carry, move) light to medium weights of 10-50 pounds.
Requires good hand-eye coordination, arm, hand, and finger dexterity, including ability to grasp, and
visual acuity to use a keyboard, operate equipment, and read technical information