Makino is a world leader in metal-cutting and machining technology. As a leader in advanced manufacturing machine tool technology, Makino enables its customers to realize the highest level of quality with the fastest time to market. When companies make the parts that matter for automotive, aerospace, medical, die-mold and other industries worldwide, they make them with Makino.
Execute turnkey projects ranging from single, stand-alone machine turnkeys to multi-machine, multi-million-dollar turnkey systems. This position focuses on the execution of the turnkey projects with significant hands-on experience with the implementation of the machining process on the Makino CNC Machining Centers. Communicate with the Project Manager and / or Site Coordinator on project activities. This position does require travel to customer sites sometimes up to 75% during a project.
What will I be doing :
Prepare Machine for Project @ Makino
- Prepare CNC Equipment and Area for Turnkey Implementation
Layout machine cell area for an efficient implementation of the machining process
Confirm Makino machine setupCharge machine with coolant and verify machine grid shiftsSetup Cutting ToolsAssembly, preset and inventory all cutting tools
Implement Machining Process @ Makino
Dial-in Machining ProcessInterpret inspection results and make necessary adjustments
Perform Machining Process RunoffConduct all machine operations to machine parts
Execute small batch "mini-runs" to verify process repeatabilityPerform final system process runoffsPrepare Machining Process for Approval & ShipmentConduct cell teardown. (Remove tools, fixtures, and clean machine)
Label and pack toolsVerify Part Quality @ Makino
Verify Parts Meet Inspection RequirementsInspect parts using manual gages
Evaluate inspection dataConduct a Gage Repeatability & Reproducibility StudyAnalyze Gage R&R data
Customer Interaction Requirements
Provide technical status updates (Presenting process data or discussing issues on the issue list.)Provide / review Engineering Service Reports. (Done weekly to track progress)Tasks @ Customers
Duplicate or validate the following tasks performed @ Makino. These tasks apply to the machine runoff at Makino and additional machines that are installed and runoff only at the customer's facility.Confirm Makino machine setups for machines installed only at the customer
Charge machine with coolant and verify machine grid shiftsSetup additional cutting tools and fixturesDial-in machining processPerform machining process runoffVerify parts meet inspection requirementsPresent runoff data to Project Management and CustomersValidate cycle time on all machinesComplete customer machine operation and process training. (Create a list of who, when, and what.)Coordinate with customer resources on the installation and setup of the Makino machining centers and machining processFinalize Turnkey Project
At each project's completion, the following tasks are requiredCapture a full back-up of all machines in the cell. (Parameters, settings, CNC programs.)
Compile final documentation to be delivered to the customer. (Tool drawings, Fixture drawings, Offset adjustments, etc.)What skills / abilities should I have?
Ability to present a professional imageHigh level of machining aptitude or knowledgeLogical troubleshootingRational decision-makingMS Office proficiencyWritten and conversational communicationTrigonometry, geometry, and general math knowledgeHands-on mechanical aptitudePrecision measuring equipment to include manual gages and basic CMM knowledgePart print reading and GD&T knowledgeWhat are the education requirements?
Preferred post-secondary education and / or tech school. Experience in a co-op, internship, full / part-time job in a manufacturing environment is a plus.
