Essential Functions

• Provide technical support to the machine shop pertaining to machines, processes, tooling, work holding fixtures, programming, and overall troubleshooting.
• Develop and optimize CNC programs and associated tooling for machine tools with Fanuc, Haas, Omni Turn and Okuma controllers, supporting routing changes, new products, new processes, and process improvement.
• Assist Engineering and Operations with effective equipment layout.
• Ensure tooling capability, assist in product startups, tooling standardization, work cell integration, assist with planning projects from inception through production and assists with manufacturing issues.
• Assist in the specification, selection, and procurement of machinery and equipment necessary for manufacturing processes; from specialized tooling to full CNC work centers, and support bringing the new equipment to full production.
• Design and develop manufacturing processes and equipment, related fixtures, and tooling to reduce cost, lead time, change over, processing time, capacity constraints, and defects. Includes implementation of lean manufacturing initiatives.
• Performs other related duties and special projects as required and assigned by the Department Manager.

Required Skills

• Use analytical skills to evaluate and interpret data
• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, draw valid conclusions and implement corrective actions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form.
• Ability to draft reports and business correspondences and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information to various groups of managers, clients, customers, and the public
• Ability to use advanced calculations to determine the current and potential productivity of a process
• Extensive proficiency using Microsoft Office products, more specifically access, excel, and projects.

Qualifications

• To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty at a prominent level of proficiency and within our core value system.
• Assertiveness – Ability to act in a self-confident manner to facilitate completion of a work assignment or to defend a position or idea.
• Motivation – Ability to inspire oneself and others to reach a goal and/or perform to the best of their ability.
• Safety Awareness – Ability to identify and correct conditions that affect employee’s safety.
• Accountability – Ability to accept responsibility and account for his/her actions.
• Communication/Oral – Ability to communicate effectively with others using the spoken word.
• Analytical Skills – Ability to use thinking and reasoning to solve problems.
• Problem Solving – Ability to find a solution for or to deal proactively with work-related problems.
• Technical Aptitude – Ability to comprehend and convey complex technical topics and specialized information.
• Ability to multi-task, working on several projects simultaneously in an organized fashion.
• Dependable - Must consistently demonstrate dependability, a great work ethic, initiative, ownership of issues, problem-solving abilities, and an exceptional attitude.
• Flexibility - Demonstrate the ability to be flexible, accept innovative ideas and input positively, and be open to new work approaches and processes.

Education/Experience Requirements

• Two year or four-year technical degree or certification from an accredited college or university with concentration in engineering or mechanical technology highly desired. Will consider other degree or relevant experience in application.

• Five (5) plus years of work experience within a manufacturing setting servicing automotive, industrial, sheet metal and other materials, (such as PTFE). Advanced mathematical abilities are required to effectively examine 3D models, dimensional prints, CAM software, CNC programs, and part measurements. Ability to work with fundamentals of plane and solid geometry and trigonometry. Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations
• Knowledge of the Quality Management System policies, goals, and objectives after training. Assist with systems based on Lean principles and practices to meet or exceed the requirements of the established QMS and all other standards required to serve our target markets.

Physical Requirements

N = (Not Applicable) Activity is not applicable to this position.

O = (Occasionally) Position requires this activity up to 33% of the time (0 - 2.5+ hrs./day)

F = (Frequently) Position requires this activity from 33% - 66% of the time (2.5 - 5.5+ hrs./day)

C = (Constantly) Position requires this activity from 66% - 90% of the time (5.5 - 7.5+ hrs./day)

Physical Demands:

Stand – C

Walk – C

Sit – O

Manually Manipulate – F

Reach Outward – O

Reach Above Shoulders – O

Climb – N

Crawl – N

Squat/Kneel – O

Bend – O

Lift/Carry:

     1-50lbs. – F

     51-100lbs. - O

Push/Pull – O

Other Physical Requirements:

     Vision (Color, Peripheral, Depth) – C

     Sense of Smell – C

     Sense of Touch – C

     Ability to wear PPE – C