Engineering Technician II

About the Role

As a Machinist, you will program, operate, and set up both manual and CNC machines in a small machine shop. You will collaborate with the assembly team and engineering group to assemble prototype machinery and test equipment for the Brewer Development Department. Activities include setting up machine shop equipment, programming, machining parts to specifications using machines such as lathes, mills, water jet, and Bridgeport, maintaining shop equipment, and assisting with improvements to operational and safety guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical expertise for all machining operations using drawings, machining instructions, and experience.
• Set up, adjust, and operate lathes, mill centers, and/or Bridgeport to perform precision machining operations.
• Design fixtures, tooling, and experimental parts to meet special engineering needs.
• Bend sheet metal as needed to support builds or modifications.
• Assemble and disassemble equipment for troubleshooting and root cause analysis.
• Use basic mechanical hand tools.
• Coordinate with management and engineers to ensure projects are built on time and according to design specifications.
• Proactively identify problematic manufacturing issues such as equipment concerns, process inefficiencies, and part quality changes.
• Maintain equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements.
• Ensure all operations comply with appropriate quality assurance standards.
• Maintain safe, clean work areas and comply with all safety requirements.
• Support machine retrofits and tooling upgrades.
• Follow all Keurig policies and procedures.

Current Equipment

• Global Max water jet
• 2025 Haas UMC-500
• 2024 Haas VF2-ss with 4-axis
• 2011 Bridgeport with digital readout
• 2018 Toolroom Protak Lathe

Requirements

• 5+ years’ experience working as a machinist and programming NC lathes and mills (10+ years preferred).
• High School Diploma or GED.
• Ability to read and understand blueprints and technical drawings.
• Familiarity with geometric dimensioning and tolerance (GD&T).
• Ability to work in both metric and standard notation.
• Experience performing quality checks with micrometers, calipers, inside mics, depth mics, and gauge blocks/pins.
• Good English written and oral communication skills.
• Excellent organization skills; able to manage multiple priorities/projects simultaneously.
• Positive attitude with the ability to work in a fast-paced, high-growth environment.
• Computer skills using Microsoft Office.

Preferred Qualifications

• Lean Manufacturing experience.
• Demonstrated outstanding leadership ability.
• Ability to identify operational issues and offer solutions.
• Familiarity with Fusion 360 or Mastercam.

Physical Requirements / Working Conditions

• Must be able to lift 50 pounds on a regular basis.
• Ability to frequently kneel, squat, bend, and stoop.
• Ability to twist, kneel, and reach overhead.
• Up to 5% travel required.

Pay

Salary Range: $49,400 - $80,000. Actual placement within the compensation range may vary depending on experience, skills, and other factors.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision
• Disability coverage
• Paid Time Off (including paid parental leave, vacation, and sick time)
• 401k with company match
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Mileage Reimbursement
• Annual bonus based on performance and eligibility