Manufacturing Engineer

JOB DESCRIPTION

Job Title :   CNC ProgrammingManufacturing Engineer                           Reports To : Operations Manager

Department :   Engineering                                                           FLSA Status :   Exempt

Job Code :                                                                                 Salary Grade :  Salary

MIBA Industrial Bearings U.S. is a global leader in the design and manufacture of hydro-dynamic bearings. Working for MIBA, the candidate will be responsible to support the strategic growth of the hydrodynamic bearings’ product line at the Columbus NE site and provide support to the Grafton WI site.

SUMMARY OF ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS :

The CNC Programming Manufacturing Engineer will be leading a cross functional team responsible for developing, implementing, and optimizing CNC programs for various machining operations. This role requires an advanced understanding of machining processes, materials, and tooling, as well as the ability to interpret technical drawings and CAD models. The ideal candidate will partner and collaborate closely with design engineers and machinists to ensure programs meet specifications and quality standards. Additionally, the CNC Programming Manufacturing Engineer will troubleshoot and resolve issues related to CNC programming, conduct test runs and simulations, and continuously improve machining processes to enhance productivity and reduce cycle times.

The CNC Programming Manufacturing Engineer is responsible to identify opportunities through analysis, manage project development from initiation to closure, develop proposals, conduct studies, work with process improvement and cost reduction, plan and perform research, design, development, or other manufacturing engineering assignments to develop new methods, with a emphasis on automation.

The Manufacturing Engineer is capable to interact with Designers, Process Technicians, Programmers and Operations for implementation of improvements. The opportunity for the Manufacturing Engineer to develop into a leadership role is available.

The Manufacturing Engineer is expected to behave ethically, work safely and as a team, and focus on our customer satisfaction.

SPECIFIC DUTIES, ACTIVITIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO :

• Develop, implement and optimize manufacturing processes to safely and efficiently machine components
• Creation of CNC programs to machine complex parts on machining and turning centers up to 5 axis and support of validation and prove out activities.
• Create manufacturing operation specifications and supporting documents such as standard operation procedures and work instructions, machine setup drawings, cutting tool specifications, and production cycle time and manufacturing rate process sheets.
• Provide technical support to production CNC machining operations and personnel.
• Lead problem solving and root cause analysis investigations to address operational issues including : ergonomic / safety risks, quality concerns, manufacturing efficiency and cost savings improvements, and process bottlenecks.
• Provide technical support for manufacturing quality control and ISO compliance certifications.
• Assist and lead the investigation and justification of the purchase of new software, machinery, tooling, and related equipment to ensure the latest technology and manufacturing practices are being utilized to improve operations and support activities.
• Responsible to reduce product cost through process improvement, buy versus make, design, and technology
• Recommend and lead Value Added Value Engineering activities for manufacturability and cost reduction
• Assist or conduct CI activities to continuously improve site performance
• Assist in the more difficult and technical problems affecting manufacturing and projects.
• Collaborate with design engineers and machinists to ensure programs meet specifications and quality standards.
• Other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS FOR POSITION :

We offer a competitive salary package that is dependent on qualifications and experience as well as good benefits and a bonus potential.

PHYSICAL / MENTAL REQUIREMENTS :

WORK ENVIRONMENT :

Work environment is typically considered within a MIBA AG location during normal or extended business hours to include offices, manufacturing plants and repair facilities.  Work environment may also include customer sites and meeting venues.

EEO

It is the policy of MIBA to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, color, religion, gender, sex, sexual orientation, genetic information, marital status, status regarding public assistance veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local LAW. In addition, MIBA will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities