Manufacturing Engineer Technician

What You’ll Do

• Lead and coordinate efforts between engineering, machine shops, plant facilities, maintenance, vendors, tool inspection, tool crib and manufacturing.
• Conduct process studies; observe and/or run equipment for trials, engineering runs, new equipment startup, control and measure selected parameters, collect data, summarize data.
• Aid in key Manufacturing Engineering assignments including; process development, tooling inspection review, new equipment set up, BOM and specification reviews and changes, capital project management.
• Complete work orders, engineering notice requests, requisitions, shop and facilities requests.
• Tool up and adjust machines, identify and resolve issues and provide expertise to the floor.
• Support implementation of new processes and machine designs by assembling, debugging, modifying and/or installing equipment.
• Product gaging.
• Manufacturing process and equipment troubleshooting and failure analysis.
• Solve complex problems with engineers.

Experience You Bring

• Skilled in machine setup, adjustment and operation.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints.
• Knowledge of production processes, ability to run a variety of production machines.
• Knowledge of gaging techniques, ability to use micrometers, calipers, production gages.
• Good problem solving skills and analytical ability.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills.
• Basic writing skills (for status reports).
• Self-motivated.
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks.
• Personal computer skills; including Outlook and Excel.

You Might Have Experience In The Area Where The Opening Exists

• Associate Degree, Vo-tech or Certification.
• 3 years ammunition production experience.
• Understanding of lean manufacturing concepts.

Physical Requirements

• Standing, moving about, climbing, stooping, kneeling, crouching and handling work on, load, and adjust machines.
• Lifting and moving items up to 50 pounds on a frequent basis.
• Manual dexterity required for adjusting machines.

Mental Requirements

• Strong reading comprehension skills.
• A basic understanding of machinist's math required.
• Flexibility and adaptability to set and change schedules and priorities on short notice.
• Reasoning and analytical skills to deal with experimental work.
• Ability to synthesize ideas and evaluate results.

Equipment Used

• Manufacturing equipment.
• Machine Shop equipment - Lathe, mills, drill press, and polishing tools.
• Measurement and Inspection tools – caliper, micrometer, OAL gage, indicators, bore gages, etc.

Working Environment

• All activities performed inside.
• Exposure to noise, vibration, mechanical hazards, explosive materials, dust, dirt, fumes & odors, and mists and oils when in manufacturing areas.
• Work Environment Employee work assignments may include tasks working with and/or exposure to potentially hazardous areas, including flammables and explosives.
• Safety training is provided to all employees to ensure compliance with company and federal regulations.

Pay Range

$27.07 - $37.88

Benefits

• Medical and dental.
• Vision.
• Disability and life insurance.
• 401K.
• PTO.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Gear discounts.
• The ability to add value to an exciting mission!

Equal Opportunity Employer

Minorities/Females/Protected Veteran/Disabled