Manufacturing Process Engineer

Zero-Max•Plymouth, MN

40d

About The Position

Zero-Max continues to be a trusted and leading manufacturer of high-quality mechanical components which are used in machines in numerous industries around the world. For over 70 years, Zero-Max has earned a reputation for delivering high quality, customizable, premium products that improve customer results. We have a highly motivated and talented team that is committed to being responsive, conducts business with honesty and integrity, and holds themselves accountable to our customers and each other. Our Core Values: 1. Provide best in class service and solutions 2. Hold ourselves accountable 3. Do the right thing Zero-Max is a newly renovated office and manufacturing facility located on scenic grounds in Plymouth, MN. We are proud of our employees’ years of service and are dedicated to offering competitive benefits and pay, including: Robust health, dental, and vision plans A company-wide bonus program 401(k) plan with a generous 6% match plus a 4% discretionary profit-sharing plan Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) Employer paid Short-term & Long-term disability insurance Training, mentorship, and coaching from leadership Healthy work/life balance A continuous improvement culture Other fringe benefits in a fun and welcoming environment that sets us apart from most companies! Zero-Max is currently recruiting for a Manufacturing CNC Process Engineer At Zero-Max the Manufacturing CNC Process Engineer will develop and optimize and improve machining processes and manufacturing capabilities for efficient fabrication of machined parts, assemblies and finished products. In addition, monitor production efficiencies and analyze and maintain production standards.

Requirements

7+ years of machine shop experience working in a precision machine shop environment; and/or equivalent combination of education and experience
Experience in CNC milling and turning operations
Experience with CAD/CAM software and understanding of machining principles with knowledge of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing
Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and other documents such as safety rules and operating and maintenance instructions.
Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
Ability to communicate effectively with groups of customers, employees, or managers of organization
Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference, and fundamentals of plain and solid geometry and trigonometry.
Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.
Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

Nice To Haves

Experience programming, setting up, and/or operating precision machinery
Ability to program CNC equipment and write CNC programs
General knowledge of mechanics and the latest machining technology
Ability to schedule and plan
Experience in dealing with complexity, informing others, knowledge of Manufacturing Methods and Procedures
Experience with Manufacturing Quality, Product Development, presenting technical information,
Experience with Epicor ERP will be considered as a plus

Responsibilities

Analyze and improve existing machining processes to reduce waste, decrease downtime, and improve productivity
Create manufacturing estimates for sale proposals, from engineering documentation
Create machining processes for new products. This includes determining sequences of operation, calculating ideal feed and speed rates, and designing fixturing and tooling
Participate in development of new products, research of new materials and technologies, product enhancements and expansions
Review engineering design documentation, including drawings for manufacturability, for assembly and for quality (DFMA/DFQ)
Solicit feedback from Engineers, Machine Operators and Assemblers to continually improve the manufacturing methods
Provides support to manufacturing in expanding in-house fabrication capabilities, in acquisition and deployment of new tools and equipment
Analyzes, resolves, and assists operators in solving manufacturing problems
Live the Zero-Max Core Values including providing best in class service, holding themselves accountable, and doing the right thing.

Benefits

Robust health, dental, and vision plans
A company-wide bonus program
401(k) plan with a generous 6% match plus a 4% discretionary profit-sharing plan
Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
Employer paid Short-term & Long-term disability insurance
Training, mentorship, and coaching from leadership
Healthy work/life balance
A continuous improvement culture
Other fringe benefits in a fun and welcoming environment that sets us apart from most companies!

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