About The Position

At Daniel Defense, Only the Best Build the Best… Daniel Defense engineers and manufactures the world’s finest weapon systems and accessories. Our mission to honor God and defend freedom is accomplished by serving customers and providing top quality solutions to our military, law enforcement and civilians that are seeking premium firearms for home defense, hunting, and sport shooting. In the position as Manufacturing Engineering Technician 1, you will be responsible for the following duties:

Requirements

  • High school diploma or general education degree (GED); with typically 4-6 years of prior manufacturing experience or a combination of experience, education and/or training to sufficiently and successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Two-year technical degree or approved apprenticeship in related coursework (i.e. computer numeric control mill or lathe) is a plus.
  • Proficient in multiple competencies relevant to the job.
  • Works within established procedures associated with the specific job function under moderate supervision.
  • Has knowledge of metalworking tools, work holding and other common concepts, practices and procedures within the field.
  • Teamwork and the ability to cooperate and work proactively with others is a must.
  • Working knowledge of GD&T, machine tool programming languages (G & M codes) and blueprint reading.
  • Must have an understanding of basic programming strategies; be able to interpret machine tool programming languages (such as G & M codes) to anticipate machine action, to use “Distance to Go”, and to use feed rate and spindle speed overrides to perform troubleshooting and changeovers.
  • Know how to identify which tools create which features in a given process.
  • Ability to identify source of visual or dimensional defects, trouble shoot and correct them.
  • Know how to properly assemble tooling for a specific purpose and evaluate for runout.
  • Understand work-holding and tool clamping.
  • Align work-holding or adjust work coordinates for proper machine function.
  • Great attention to detail and excellent record keeping skills.
  • Self-motivated; willing to put in extra effort, hours as needed and manage time efficiently.
  • Demonstrated ability to recognize and work in accordance with our Company Values.
  • It is understood employees may be assigned to other departments, functional groups, and/or shifts as deemed necessary by management

Responsibilities

  • Responsible for demonstrating commitment to and leadership of environmental health and safety principles, policies and procedures.
  • Perform all of the essential functions of a Machinist 1.
  • Conform to and operate within the framework of all applicable operator work instructions, SOPs, quality, and safety procedures.
  • Proficient at the operation of all machines and processes in multiple cells throughout the facility.
  • Clear and correct common machine alarms including Automatic Tool Changer alarms.
  • Troubleshoot machine issues affecting part production or quality.
  • Optimize programs and process to improve cycle time and increase capability.
  • Perform repetitive inspection of parts using precision instruments such as micrometers, height gages, calipers and indicators.
  • Maintain proper housekeeping of work area; Keep all machines, tools, and equipment and work surfaces free of oil, grease, etc.
  • Rely on instructions and pre-established guidelines to perform the functions of the job under the supervision of machinists, programmers, engineers and engineering management.
  • Set-up and prove out programs from programmers.
  • Train machine operators in the performance of their assigned duties.
  • Expected to be a contributor to the company standards on high integrity, safety, fair and equitable treatment and a positive work environment.
  • Participates in the company’s efforts to continuously improve Safety, 6S, Quality, Delivery and Productivity.
  • Other responsibilities as deemed appropriate or necessary by management.
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