Manufacturing Engineer - Military veterans preferred

This role is responsible for translating customer technical data into a method of manufacturing and process operational instructions and procedures for production of customer designed parts.

Major Areas of Responsibility:

• Develop CAD models and prints outlining the sequence of operations and work instructions for manufacturing processes according to customer specifications and contracts.
• Create Bill of Materials (BOM) and Methods of Manufacture (MOM) work travelers and job routings in the manufacturing software environment.
• Research suppliers for raw material and special process (heat treatment, coatings, testing, etc.), adhering to customer specifications.
• Estimate manufacturing costs, evaluating standards for set-up and run-times. Make data driven recommendations for process improvements or cost estimating of new products and services.
• Troubleshoot manufacturing process issues.
• Utilize knowledge of various machines, engineering practices, materials, and CNC machining processes to develop best manufacturing practices.
• Leveraging lean principles, recommend process procedures and modifications to improve production efficiencies, manufacturing techniques and production yields for new and repeat parts.
• Stay abreast of the latest manufacturing techniques. Research appropriate tool/work holing, and latest inserts that improve precision and reduce production costs.
• Assist other functions as needed.

Requirements:

• Degree in Manufacturing or Mechanical Engineering
• SolidWorks expertise. Certified SolidWorks Professional a plus
• Experience with ERP manufacturing software, EPCIOR is a plus.
• 3+ years of manufacturing experience, preferably in an aerospace or precision CNC machining environment - Swiss screw, turning, multi-axis milling, and grinding.
• Strong data driven mindset -analyze process, job cost, and engineering data to drive decision regarding manufacturing set-up, run time and optimal lot sizes.
• Understand and apply lean manufacturing principles.
• Strong PC skills.
• Strong organizational, verbal, and interpersonal skills.

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to sit/stand for long periods of time.
• Ability to walk long distances through the building.
• Ability to push/pull up to 25 lbs.

At HORST we offer a variety of benefits including but not limited to:

• Competitive PTO Package
• Paid Company Holidays
• 401K Match Program
• Medical, Dental, Vision Benefits
• Tuition Reimbursement/Assistance Program