Schutte Setup Tech

RW Screw • Massillon, OH

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The Schutte Senior Technician – Technical Lead is a senior-level machining role responsible for advanced setup, optimization, and technical ownership of Schutte multi-spindle machines. In addition to hands-on setup and troubleshooting, this role serves as a key technical resource for operators, drives process stability, and leads continuous improvement efforts across assigned machines and product families.

Requirements

• 5-10+ years of hands-on experience setting up Schutte or similar multi-spindle screw machines
• Strong experience with cam-driven machining, timing adjustments, and multi-spindle process control
• Proven ability to troubleshoot complex machining and process issues
• Strong blueprint reading skills, including GD&T interpretation
• Advanced knowledge of cutting tools, materials, feeds, speeds, and machine capabilities
• Experience with precision measurement tools and inspection techniques
• Strong problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills
• Ability to work independently and make sound technical decisions
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to work collaboratively across departments and shifts.
• Self-motivated, reliable, and detail-oriented with a strong commitment to safety and quality.
• Ability to work flexible shifts, overtime, and on call as required to support production operations.
• Capability to safely operate equipment such as lift trucks, scissor lifts, and man lifts

Nice To Haves

• Prior experience in technical lead, senior setup, or process engineering role
• Experience supporting quoting, cycle time development, or cost estimating
• Familiarity with ERP/MRP systems and routing structures
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to work collaboratively across departments and shifts.
• Self-motivated, reliable, and detail-oriented with a strong commitment to safety and quality.
• Ability to work flexible shifts, overtime, and on call as required to support production operations.
• Capability to safely operate equipment such as lift trucks, scissor lifts, and man lifts
• Experience supporting new product launches, PPAPs, or customer validations

Responsibilities

• Perform complete setups and changeovers on Schutte multi-spindle machines, including tooling selection, cam timing, pickoff operations, feeds, speeds, and process optimization
• Act as the technical lead for assigned machines or product families, ensuring stable, repeatable, and efficient processes
• Diagnose and resolve complex machining, tooling, timing, and material issues impacting quality or throughput
• Establish and maintain setup standards, tooling layouts, timing charts, and best practices
• Support and mentor setup technicians and operators, providing hands-on training and technical guidance
• Work closely with maintenance to improve machine reliability, uptime, and preventive maintenance strategies
• Operate and oversee one or more Schutte machines as needed.
• Maintain quality of workpieces after setups.
• Make advanced adjustments and tooling changes.
• Ensure machines are stocked and chips are removed.
• Maintain proper fluid levels.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of machines and work area.
• Interpret complex blueprints, customer specifications, and GD&T requirements
• Define inspection methods, control plans, and critical-to-quality characteristics specific to multi-spindle operations
• Lead first-article approvals and support internal and customer quality audits
• Drive root cause analysis and corrective actions related to scrap, rework, and process variation
• Ensure process capability meets or exceeds customer requirements
• Develop and refine machining processes for new and existing parts on Schutte equipment
• Optimize cycle times, tooling life, and changeover efficiency
• Identify and eliminate bottlenecks within multi-spindle operations
• Support process validation during new product launches and engineering changes
• Drive standard work documentation for setups and operations
• Lead or support kaizen initiatives focused on safety, quality, delivery, and cost
• Improve machine utilization and overall equipment effectiveness (OEE)
• Reduce scrap and variation through structured problem-solving methods
• Support 6S and visual management efforts on the shop floor

Benefits

• Overtime opportunities
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off and holidays

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: No Education Listed