WLCT87M - Manufacturing Engineer (Finance)

Position Summary:
Seeking candidate that can work with our engineering and operations teams to create an efficient and cost-effective manufacturing process. This will include defining process instructions as well as supporting our CNC programmers to create an efficient programming process. They will be working with 5-axis mill-turn, horizontal and vertical lathes, and cylindrical grinding machines.

Essential Functions:

• Support Manufacturing
  • Devise efficient manufacturing process with fail safe in-process inspection methods and document all processes with work instructions that abide by Ward Leonard standards.
  • Design fixtures for new/existing parts and define manufacturing process of fixtures.
  • Work with CNC manufacturing team on new part process planning.
  • Maximizing machine uptime, efficiency, and quality to exceed goal of 90% OEE. Collect data with machine monitoring software and develop software to collect data and create KPI's for continuous improvement.
  • Able to understand CNC programming on Fanuc, OSP and Siemens controls.
  • Verify CNC program using simulation software.
  • Use SolidWorks to create Operation level prints.
  • Update engineering master in Visual ERP.
  • Ability to read blueprints/drawings with ASME Y14.5 GD&T
  • Troubleshoot and contribute to the resolution of any manufacturing issues at component or assembly level.
  • Support the Engineering Change process by reviewing drawings for manufacture.
  • Work with the Quality and Design team with NCM disposition and resolution.
  • Supporting function for other operation teams as needed to support process improvement and overall success.

• Maintaining of equipment:
  • Facilitate CNC machine maintenance schedule.
  • Reporting of necessary repairs as they arise.
  • Troubleshoot machine issues with CNC manufacturing and Maintenance teams.

Essential Functions cont.:

• Shop Floor Safety:
  • Monitor process flow to implement safety procedures as needed.

Education / Skills:

• Must be U.S. Citizen due to our government contracts
• High School Degree
• Experience with inspection and metrology tools including micrometers, calipers, optical comparators
• Expert user of CAD and 3D Modeling software - Solidworks experience required
• Bachelor's in engineering is preferred
• Knowledge of ISO 9001:2015
• Lean Experience
• Experience with programming of 5 Axis Machining Centers, Horizontal and Vertical Lathes, and Cylindrical Grinding using CAM software preferred.
• 5-axis milling, turning and grinding experience preferred

Physical & Environmental Requirements:

• Job requires long periods of sitting. Since overhead cranes are available in all work areas, Technicians are not required to lift more than 50 pounds.
• Keeps work area clean and free of scrap materials.
• Wears and complies with all Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) applicable to work area, including but not limited to eye protection and safety shoes.
• Follows all safety rules applicable to machine as stated on posted signs and in Company policy.