Manufacturing EngineerWauseon Machine / McAlister Design and Automation • Wauseon, OH, United States

Manufacturing Engineer

Wauseon Machine / McAlister Design and Automation • Wauseon, OH, United States

1 day ago

Job type

Full-time

Job description

Description

Process Development & Optimization

Design, develop, and optimize CNC lathe machining processes, with emphasis on turning operations for complex precision components.
Evaluate and enhance existing manufacturing processes and routing to reduce waste, improve cycle time, and increase throughput.
Lead continuous improvement initiatives leveraging Lean tools such as SMED, TPM, Standard Work, and 5S.
Collaborate with operations and quality teams to drive first-pass yield, OEE, and cost reduction improvements.
Troubleshoot equipment, process, and tooling issues to ensure consistent production flow and quality.

CNC Programming & Tooling

Develop, validate, and continuously improve CNC lathe programs using Mastercam and SolidWorks.

Collaborate directly with machinists to optimize feeds, speeds, and tool paths for performance and tool life.

Support fixture and tooling design, ensuring manufacturability and repeatability.

Serve as the technical liaison between engineering, estimating, operations, and quality on machining strategies and process capability.

Quality Assurance & Continuous Improvement

Implement and sustain process control and inspection methodologies to ensure compliance with customer and AS9100 / ISO9001 standards.

Conduct root cause analysis on nonconformances and lead corrective and preventive actions (CAPA).

Champion process capability studies, PPAP documentation, and FAI reviews for new product introduction (NPI).

Cross-Functional Collaboration

Partners with estimating, sales, and operations to define process routing, cycle times, materials, and tooling requirements.

Collaborate with customers and design engineers to ensure GD&T interpretation, manufacturability, and cost-effective solutions.

Work closely with maintenance to drive Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) and improve equipment reliability.

Support daily management systems (Tier boards, KPIs, and bowler metrics) to track progress and accountability.

Documentation, Reporting & Training

Maintain accurate documentation for setups, process sheets, and tooling libraries.

Prepare and present reports on process improvements, cost savings, and performance metrics.

Develop and deliver operator training, SOPs, and work instructions for new equipment or processes.

Actively participate in professional development and Lean / technical training to stay current on best practices.

Requirements

Qualifications :

Bachelor's degree in manufacturing, Mechanical, or Industrial Engineering (or equivalent technical discipline). Or 15 years of experience with AS in Engineering.

Minimum 5 - 7 years of experience in manufacturing engineering, preferably within precision machining or aerospace / defense environments.

Strong proficiency in CNC programming (G-code, M-code) and CAM software (Mastercam required; SolidWorks preferred).

In-depth knowledge of machining principles, materials, cutting tools, and fixture design.

Experience implementing Lean manufacturing, process improvement, and problem-solving methodologies.

Familiarity with ERP systems (JobBOSS experience a plus).

Strong analytical, mathematical, and troubleshooting skills.

Desired Soft Skills & Core Competencies :

Demonstrated leadership and ownership in driving results across operations.

Exceptional communication skills-able to interface confidently with machinists, engineers, and executives alike.

Detail-oriented, hands-on, and data-driven, with a continuous improvement mindset.

Proven ability to work cross-functionally in a high-accountability, team-oriented environment.

Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with multi-axis turning / milling or Swiss-style machining.

Familiarity with GD&T, AS9102, and AS9100 / ISO9001 quality systems.

Understanding of advanced machining technologies (probing, automation, tool life monitoring, or adaptive machining).

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