Manfacturing Engineering Technician

About the role

Kondex is looking for a 1st shift Manufacturing Engineering Technician/CNC Programmer. This role reports to the Manager of Manufacturing Engineering and is responsible for performing a variety of technical assignments in direct support of engineering and manufacturing efforts, including those efforts necessary to launch new products; fixture specification, CNC programming; defining process and operating parameters; investigation and evaluation of process capabilities and problems; expediting the design and construction of prototypes; equipment specification and purchasing; assisting with machinery repairs and maintenance; and ensuring that effective operator training is in place for new and revised processes.

Responsibilities

• Specify machinery and equipment for new products and product improvements, as assigned, and oversee its installation and startup
• Perform CNC programming in Mastercam CNC programming software, including 5 axis control programming
• Assist in the development of tooling, fixtures, and process controls
• Document all initiated process changes in an appropriate manner (work instructions, routings, etc) and maintain records of changes, as necessary
• Ensure effective operator training is in place for new and revised processes
• Perform CNC and robotic production support
• Construct prototypes for internal and field testing, as directed by Product Engineering
• Perform process (new product and process improvement) testing and prepare test reports, along with recommendations
• Render technical assistance in areas of design, construction and testing of components and processes
• Recommend suppliers and assist in qualifying new suppliers
• Assist with PPAP and APQP activities, such as capability studies, FMEA's, control plans, etc.

Requirements

• Associate degree in mechanical/manufacturing engineering or Journeyman status in appropriate technical discipline preferred. Additional experience may substitute for education preference.
• Technical training and experience using Mastercam CNC programming software or a comparable software, including 5 axis control programming required.
• 2-3 years of work experience in a technical role, with emphasis on multi-axis CNC programming
• Must be able to work independently, with minimal direction and supervision.
• Experience in designing or implementing cells, flow lines or other manufacturing processes
• Machinery maintenance or tool and die experience
• Experience reading company documents, such as blueprints and other instructions
• Proficiency in using 3D software, preferably SolidWorks
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office required; experience with MS Project is preferred

Skills

• Communication
• Team management
• Problem solving and decision making
• High standards
• Organizing and planning

Schedule

1st shift, Monday - Friday 6:00 am to 2:30 pm. Hours can fluctuate depending on customer requirements and training needs.