Manufacturing Cost and Process Specialist
About The Position
XCAL Tools is seeking a Manufacturing Specialist to support manufacturing operations through technical knowledge, production support, job costing, process analysis, and problem solving. The position works closely with Operations, Engineering, Quality, and Management to understand customer requirements and determine effective, economical manufacturing methods. It evaluates materials, machining operations, labor requirements, equipment capabilities, and associated costs. This is a hands-on, cross-functional role split between office work and the manufacturing floor. The specialist supports production and management by evaluating jobs, developing manufacturing approaches, identifying improvement opportunities, and providing accurate information for costing and decisions. Practical manufacturing knowledge, problem-solving ability, and willingness to learn are emphasized over a particular degree or career path. Relevant experience may include machining, metallurgy, manufacturing engineering, estimating, job costing, or production planning.
Requirements
- Experience in manufacturing, machining, fabrication, metallurgy, engineering, estimating, costing, production planning, or a related field.
- Strong understanding of manufacturing processes and equipment.
- Ability to read and understand engineering drawings and specifications.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to understand and evaluate labor, material, machine time, and other manufacturing costs.
- Comfort working directly with production personnel and management.
- Strong computer skills and ability to work with spreadsheets, production data, and other analytical tools.
- Ability to learn new processes, equipment, and systems quickly.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- High level of ownership, follow-through, and attention to detail.
Nice To Haves
- A degree in engineering, manufacturing, metallurgy, business, or a related field is beneficial, but is not required for candidates with relevant practical experience.
Responsibilities
- Evaluate new and existing jobs to determine manufacturing requirements, processes, labor, equipment, materials, and estimated costs.
- Develop and maintain accurate job costing and manufacturing models.
- Work with Operations and Engineering to determine appropriate methods for putting jobs into production.
- Analyze machining and manufacturing processes to identify opportunities to improve productivity, quality, cost, and efficiency.
- Provide technical support to production when questions or problems arise.
- Assist with determining machine capabilities, routing, cycle times, tooling requirements, and labor requirements.
- Evaluate material types, grades, and properties and their impact on manufacturing processes and costs.
- Review production results and compare actual performance against estimated costs and expectations.
- Assist with quoting, estimating, and evaluating potential new business.
- Work with Process Engineering and Business Analytics to develop accurate and useful manufacturing data.
- Identify manufacturing issues and work with appropriate personnel to develop practical solutions.
- Assist with continuous improvement projects throughout the facility.
- Develop and maintain documentation to capture manufacturing knowledge and processes.
- Serve as a technical resource to Operations, Management, and other departments as needed.
Benefits
- Medical coverage with a standard PPO plan and deductibles as low as $1,500.
- Wellness credit up to $750.
- Free concierge primary care.
- Voluntary 401(k) plan currently matching up to 12%.
- Voluntary dental and vision plans.
- Free telemedicine services.
- Basic life insurance.
- Long-term disability coverage.
- Short-term disability coverage.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
No Education Listed
