Manufacturing Engineer IV

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We are seeking an experienced CNC Programming Contractor to support complex manufacturing operations by developing optimizing and verifying CNC programs for machine controls including Fanuc Siemens and Okuma using CAD/CAM platforms such as Mastercam Siemens NX and Esprit 2000 along with verification software including Vericut. The ideal candidate will have strong experience programming and troubleshooting advanced macro-based routines including Fanuc Macro B Okuma Macros Renishaw probing macros and Siemens macros with the ability to improve machining efficiency accuracy and process reliability. Candidates must have hands-on experience in a manufacturing environment and practical machining expertise with exotic materials and large-scale components weighing up to 50000 lbs. This contractor will also be responsible for developing operator standard work inspection and quality documentation and establishing standard tooling consumption rates and minimum inventory requirements to support consistent production-ready operations. Strong collaboration skills process discipline and the ability to work independently in a high-precision heavy-manufacturing setting are essential.

Roles and Responsibilities

Generate and maintain CNC programs utilizing Mastercam/Siemens NX/Esprit 2000 or other software. This could include multi-axis milling turning and/or grinding.
Verify new CNC programs prior to release on the shop floor utilizing Vericut.
Provide CNC related support to M.E. (Manufacturing Engineer) and provide operator training during new / rebuilt machine startup and / or process improvements.
Provide daily operator support in the form of CNC programming and troubleshooting support to the shop floor.
Support and implement tooling & fixturing requirements associated with CNC machine tools.
Generate and support workstation instructions (methods) for CNC related issues.
Initiate and lead process improvement projects to improve safety quality cost and delivery.
Provide effective communication to appropriate team members when needed.
Work effectively as an individual and in a team-based environment in a matrixed organization.
Work effectively in a fast-paced environment while embracing and driving positive change inside and outside the organization when appropriate.

Required Qualifications

Bachelors degree in engineering from an accredited university (or a high school diploma/GED and at least 2 years of manufacturing or operations experience)
At least 2 additional years of experience in manufacturing or operations

Desired Characteristics

Strong oral and written communication skills.
High attention to detail and organization.
Demonstrated ability to analyze and resolve problems.
Ability to document plan market and execute programs.
Established project management skills.
Experience with Lean manufacturing principles
Experience with Mastercam/Siemens NX/Esprit 2000 CAM software Inventor NX or other 3D modeling software.
Basic understanding of geometric dimensioning and tolerancing.

Required Experience:

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