This position is responsible to service shop production needs. These needs include but are not limited to: development of part programs, runoff of high-tech multi-axis project programs, new manufacturing methods, and new supplier identification. Also responsible for Machine Shop Programming
Scope and Responsibilities:
Essential duties include, but are not limited to the following:
- Performs detailed analysis to process manufactured parts.
- Plans manufacturing processes, routings, programming, tooling and equipment for each application.
- Exercises good, independent judgment to achieve optimum results.
- Participates in cost estimates, changes to current methods and creation of new methods, including cost savings calculations.
- Processes Engineering Change Orders (ECO).
- Identifies new suppliers in order to reduce cost, lead time and flex the workload.
- Maintains a safe, clean and orderly working area and addresses any issues, as required.
- Recommends changes to improve the efficiency of the department.
Education and/or Experience:
- Associate's degree in Machining, Manufacturing/Industrial Engineering or Machinist Apprenticeship preferred. 2-5 years related experience and/or training in a manufacturing environment.
Skills Required:
- Ability to process parts for multiple types of machines (at least two types).
- Ability to program at least one type of current control systems and ability to learn additional types within six months, as needed in the future.
- Ability to learn and use Lean tools to analyze key processes and make improvements.
- Ability to manage quality issues with Castings.
- Good interpersonal skills and the ability to interact with all levels of management and shop personnel.
- Strong teaming skills and the sense of urgency.
- Demonstrated creative problem-solving.