An established advanced manufacturing company is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to support production operations, improve manufacturing processes, and drive continuous improvement initiatives. This is an excellent opportunity for an engineer with CNC machining and manufacturing experience to influence operational performance while working on complex, high-precision components for industry-leading customers.
Client Details
Our client is a well-established precision manufacturing organization based in the greater Massachusetts area, supporting customers within highly regulated sectors including aerospace, medical technology, and defense. Operating from a modern manufacturing facility equipped with advanced machining and fabrication capabilities, the company specializes in producing complex, high-quality components using a wide range of materials and manufacturing technologies.
The business is known for its commitment to quality, continuous improvement, and employee development. With a collaborative team environment and a strong investment in manufacturing excellence, employees are encouraged to contribute ideas, improve processes, and advance their careers within a growing organization.
Description
- Act as the primary link between engineering and manufacturing teams to ensure efficient production execution.
- Review non-conforming product issues and determine appropriate disposition, rework requirements, and corrective actions.
- Troubleshoot manufacturing challenges and implement process improvements to increase efficiency, quality, and throughput.
- Develop and improve manufacturing documentation, work instructions, and process standards.
- Identify opportunities to reduce setup times, optimize cycle times, increase tool life, and improve overall equipment effectiveness.
- Support the design and implementation of tooling, fixtures, and gauges to enhance manufacturing performance.
- Collaborate with suppliers and external vendors to monitor quality and improve service and delivery performance.
- Lead continuous improvement initiatives using Lean manufacturing principles and workplace organization methodologies.
- Implement corrective and preventive actions to resolve root-cause issues and prevent recurrence.
- Work closely with production personnel to support day-to-day manufacturing operations and technical problem-solving.
- Drive operational excellence through process optimization, waste reduction, and productivity improvements.
Profile
- Experience supporting manufacturing operations in a precision machining environment.
- Strong understanding of CNC machining processes, machine setup, tooling, and programming concepts.
- Ability to interpret engineering drawings and Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (GD&T).
- Experience with CAD/CAM software and solid modeling tools.
- Knowledge of process improvement methodologies and Lean manufacturing principles.
- Strong troubleshooting and root-cause analysis skills.
- Ability to communicate effectively with engineering, production, and supplier teams.
- Experience with multi-axis machining, turning, Swiss machining, or metal finishing processes would be advantageous.
- Self-motivated and proactive approach with a focus on quality, safety, and continuous improvement.
- Excellent organizational and problem-solving abilities.
Job Offer
- Competitive compensation package.
- Weekly payroll.
- Robust healthcare coverage including medical, dental, and vision benefits.
- Company-paid life insurance and disability coverage.
- 401(k) retirement plan with a generous company match and rapid vesting schedule.
- Paid holidays, vacation allowance, and sick leave.
- Employee referral incentives.
- Flexible scheduling options to support work-life balance.
- Ongoing training, professional development, and career progression opportunities.
- Collaborative, team-oriented culture focused on innovation and continuous improvement.
- Opportunity to work on advanced manufacturing projects for highly technical and regulated industries.
- Long-term stability within a growing and quality-focused organization.
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