Manufacturing Engineer - Programming

Shaping the future with innovative technologies – that is the claim of SCHUNK. To this end, the experienced automation and production specialist is pushing the further development and digitalization of its product and service portfolio in order to make industrial processes more efficient, transparent and sustainable. The family-owned company with headquarters in Lauffen/Neckar is a global leader in tool holding and work holding, gripping technology and automation technology.

Approximately 3,700 employees in 8 plants and 34 directly owned subsidiaries and distribution partners in more than 50 countries throughout the world ensure an intensive market presence.

• Create, validate, and maintain CNC machine programs using CAM software to ensure repeatable, high-quality product production.
• Create and manage tooling inventory, selection, lifecycle, cost, and structure by means of the tool management system to support efficient machining operations.
• Oversee program management for manufacturing processes, ensuring consistency and traceability across product lines.
• Troubleshoot machinery uptime issues and drive toward permanent, cost-effective, long-term solutions.
• Research, design, and develop manufacturing processes including production flow, assembly methods, and equipment utilization.
• Analyze products and processes to achieve cost reduction, quality improvement, and increased efficiency.
• Collaborate with quality and design engineering to define and establish process capability and control methods.
• Influential in achieving plant quality objectives and implementing engineering changes.
• Drive new product introduction (NPI) projects to ensure smooth ramp-up and integration into production.
• Maintain an active presence on the shop floor to provide hands-on support through tooling, fixturing, CAM programming, and method standardization.
• Support day-to-day production activities to meet customer product demand.
• Create and maintain accurate manufacturing documentation.

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• Bachelor’s degree in Industrial, Mechanical, or related Engineering field, or a combination of education, training, and relevant experience.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in a manufacturing engineering or CAM programming role, with a focus on CNC machining and process development.
• Proficient in machining for Turning and Milling; experience with multifunction mill-turn machines is preferred.
• Skilled in CAM programming with simulation capabilities to validate and optimize machining processes.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing methods and component-level production; able to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Experience managing tooling systems and CNC program libraries, with attention to cost, lifecycle, and structure.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, GD&T, manufacturing order instructions, and technical documentation.
• Able to write process documentation and reports that are easy to follow and implement.
• Ability to calculate and analyze production costs, maintenance expenses, and other key manufacturing metrics.
• Ability to read, interpret, and understand blueprints, shop drawings, and engineering documentation.
• Skilled in diagnosing and troubleshooting machine or system issues using manuals, schematics, and technical resources.
• Proficiency in verbal and written communication to effectively collaborate with co-workers, management, and cross-functional teams.
• Proficient in PC applications including Excel, email, and word processing tools.
• Experience with CAD/CAM software.