Advanced Manufacturing Engineer -- CNC Methods & Tooling

Job Description

Job Description

Is this you?

• Do you turn complex drawings into robust routings and fixtures?
• Can you program mills and lathes (3–5+ axis) and squeeze out cycle time without sacrificing quality?
• Do you enjoy solving machining challenges and standardizing best practices?

If you’re nodding yes, Trace‑A‑Matic offers a friendly, clean, and safe, climate‑controlled workplace where your expertise powers our mission: achieving excellence in complex precision machined components and total customer satisfaction. And when the company succeeds, we share 50% of profits with employees, paid quarterly through our Gainsharing program.

What you’ll tackle

• Plan the sequence of machining and assembly operations from customer orders and technical data (drawings, specifications, purchase orders).
• Develop shop routings, op sheets, tooling plans, and process docs that deliver quality and throughput.
• Align processes with available equipment for efficient, effective manufacturing.
• Specify, design, or procure special tooling/fixtures and equipment to meet cost and schedule targets.
• Program CNC equipment to meet dimensional, finish, and timing requirements.
• Serve on Corrective Action and MRB Boards, driving resolution and prevention.
• Troubleshoot and resolve machining and tooling issues.
• Create or revise manufacturing drawings using CAD methodologies.
• Value‑engineer products and processes to reduce cost, lead time, and cycle time.
• Adhere to company policies/procedures, as well as military and contractual requirements.
• Perform other duties as needed.

Your toolkit

• SolidWorks; Microsoft Suite
• GD&T mastery
• Working knowledge of MRP, kitting, batch sizing, configuration control, workflow routings

Experience that sets you up for success

• BS in Engineering required; equivalent experience considered
• 7+ years in manufacturing preferred

Hands‑on proficiencies

• GD CNC tooling; troubleshooting
• CNC programming; CAD; CAD/CAM
• G‑Code; M‑Code
• CNC setup & changeover
• Precision measurement & hand metrology
• Production run setups

Machines and software you’ll encounter

• CNC Mill (3–4 axis VMC): Fanuc, Mazak, Haas, Okuma, Doosan, DMG Mori Seiki
• CNC Lathe (2–4 axis): Mazak, Haas, Okuma, Doosan, DMG Mori Seiki
• CAM: Mastercam, Mazatrol
• CNC Mill (5+ axis VMC): Fanuc, Mitsubishi, Mazak, Haas, DMG Mori Seiki
• CNC Lathe (5+ axis): Mazak, Okuma, Doosan, DMG Mori Seiki

Why you’ll love it here

• 10 Paid Holidays; Service‑Based PTO
• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
• 401(k) with company contribution
• Gainsharing — 50% of company profits shared quarterly
• Weekly pay and performance merit raises
• On‑site Fitness Center & Medical Clinic
• Career development and growth opportunities
• Exciting, fast‑paced environment with cutting‑edge equipment and processes

Bring your methods expertise to Trace‑A‑Matic and help us push precision further, faster.