Job Description
Job Overview:
**Dynamic Manufacturing is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to join our growing team! ** The Manufacturing Engineer must be highly technical and is directly responsible for developing processes in the CNC Machining/Tooling Department, focusing on improving product quality, productivity, operational flow, lead time, and reducing product cost. The individual will provide leadership and cultivate an environment that supports teamwork, continuous improvement, and innovation.
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ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Ensure machines are running at optimal efficiencies.
Ability to Quote and estimate cycle times from a print or cad model.
Coach and train operators as required
Adjust set-ups and programs to improve yields and cycle times.
Communicate all work in progress and inform upper management of potential problems with agreed deadlines.
Develop and maintain performance measurements, and standard operating procedures.
Increase productivity and reduce scrap.
Suggest and participate in selection of new process equipment, techniques, and methods.
Develops flow of operations and processes through part completion not limited to the development of job travelers or work sheet routers.
Works closely with Quality to assist in the development of inspection frequency.
Promotes all company safety rules and requirements.
WORK APTITUDES:
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
Machine Shop environment experience
5 to 10 years of progressive CNC machining experience
Experience with lathes and mills
Experience with CNC programming in a CAD/CAM environment.
Experienced with shop floor programming, editing, etc..
Experience with advanced machining concepts and current technology of machining.
Experience with capacity planning
Ability to effectively communicate at all levels of the organization.
Proven leadership ability with strong interpersonal skills. Must have a positive attitude and be very energetic. Must be able to work with a diverse workforce, team concept, and have an open mind.
Strong problem-solving skills and detail oriented.
Experience with TPM, Setup Reduction and Kaizen concepts
Knowledge of Quality Control (including basic GDT & SPC) and in-process inspection practices.
Knowledge of cutting tools, press tooling (pierce, blank, form tools) desired.
Experience with ERP/MRP II systems.
Proficient with Microsoft Office and manufacturing software.
Bilingual (English/Spanish) desired but not required
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Design / select tooling, fixtures, and gauges to deliver quality machined parts from CNC mills and lathes
Program, setup and operate CNC machines using modern CAD / CAM software and or shop floor programming at the CNC Machine control.
Ensure part conformance using measurement tools including micrometers, indicators, height / depth gauges, comparators, and calipers
Recommend new tools as required
Develop set-up sheets and work procedures for machinists
Optimize set-up times, cycle times and flow through the shop
Analyze and recommend changes to workflow and layout of equipment to maximize efficiency and product flow.
Recommend additional machines as needed to grow the business
Create maintenance / upgrade programs to ensure machinery continues to run effectively
Manage competing demands and tight deadlines to ensure high levels of customer satisfaction
Develop and maintain supportive, professional relationships with designers and engineers; collaborate with designers and engineers to suggest design improvements for machinability of parts
Maintain a safe, clean, and orderly work area using 5S principles.
Communicate clearly and effectively; treat people with dignity, respect, and fairness; maintain confidentiality.
Perform other duties as assigned
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed in this job. This is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. The management of Dynamic Manufacturing, Inc. reserves the right to amend and change responsibilities to meet business and organizational needs.
