Plan, direct, and support manufacturing processes in a CNC machining environment. Research and resolve production problems, establish, and implement standard requirements for equipment, tooling, and methods. Determine best utilization of equipment, material, and personnel.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Provide engineering support to business/production unit
Develop, evaluate, design and improve manufacturing methods, materials and tooling
Analyze, plan, and design layout of equipment and workspace for maximum efficiency
Confer with planning and design staff concerning product design and tooling to ensure efficient production methods
Quote internal and external business opportunities
Confer with vendors to determine product specifications and arrange for purchase of equipment, materials, or parts
Estimate production times and related costs to provide information for management decisions
Confer with management, engineering, and other staff regarding manufacturing capabilities, production schedules, and other considerations to facilitate production processes
Apply statistical methods to evaluate and improve process capability and estimate future manufacturing requirements and potential
COMPETENCIES NECESSARY FOR SUCCESS:
Knowledge of CNC machine tools, programming, controls, and capabilities
Knowledge of cutting tools, work-holding, and fixturing methods
Skilled in manufacturing process review/development
Strong understanding of lean process improvements
Work with integrity and uphold organizational values
Develop strategies to achieve organizational goals
Meet challenges with resourcefulness original thinking and creativity
Prioritize and plan work activities and uses time efficiently
Meet challenges with resourcefulness, original thinking and creativity