Manufacturing Engineer

Responsible for developing, optimizing, and maintaining CNC manufacturing processes to ensure efficiency, quality, and cost-effectiveness. You will work closely with cross‑functional teams including design engineers, machinists, and quality assurance teams to support production goals and continuous improvement initiatives.

• Develop and implement efficient CNC machining processes, including tooling, fixtures, and programming for multi‑axis CNC machines.
• Create and optimize CNC programs using CAD/CAM software, ensuring compliance with product specifications and quality standards.
• Analyze manufacturing workflows and identify opportunities to improve productivity, reduce cycle times, and minimize waste.
• Collaborate with design engineers to ensure manufacturability of new products, offering DFM (Design for Manufacturability) input during the design phase.
• Lead troubleshooting and root‑cause analysis for manufacturing issues, implementing corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
• Evaluate and select CNC equipment, tooling, and technologies to support production needs.
• Establish and maintain process documentation, including work instructions, setup sheets, and standard operating procedures.
• Train and mentor machine operators and other staff on CNC processes, best practices, and quality standards.
• Support Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives, including 5S, Six Sigma, and Kaizen projects.
• Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements in all manufacturing processes.

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in CNC machining and process engineering.
• Extensive hands‑on experience with CNC machine programming, setup and operation. This includes advanced skills like probe and macro programming.
• Proficiency in CAD/CAM software (e.g., Solid Works CAD, Esprit CAM, NX CAM, or equivalent) including simulation software (Vericut).
• In‑depth knowledge of multi‑axis CNC machining (e.g., 3, 4, and 5‑axis mills, and multi‑axis mill‑turn lathes).
• Strong understanding of GD&T (ASNI Y14.5) and blueprint reading.
• Extensive knowledge and use of common metrology & measurement systems.
• Experience with Lean Manufacturing principles and process optimization.
• Excellent problem‑solving skills and ability to perform root cause analysis.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills, with the ability to collaborate across departments.

• Bachelor's degree in manufacturing engineering, mechanical engineering, or a related field.
• Experience with PC-DMIS CMM programming and/or automation engineering.
• Experience in firearms manufacturing.
• Familiarity with ERP/MRP systems (preferably Epicor) for production planning.
• Certifications such as Six Sigma Green Belt, AS9100, or ISO 9001 experience.

You should be proficient in:

• CNC Programming
• Process Engineering
• CAD/CAM Software

• CAD Software (Solidworks, Siemens NX)
• CAM Software (Esprit, Surfcam, Siemens NX)
• CNC Mill (5 axis VMC) (Okuma, Dmg Mori Seiki)
• CNC Lathe (5 axis) (Okuma, Index)

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