CNC Engineer

Job Summary: The overall purpose of the CNC Engineer is to provide CNC solutions and new technology introduction to current and new products.  This includes understanding the Industrial Engineering impact of process flow and ROI.   The CNC Engineer will develop and often create fixturing for both CNC and assembly processes.  The CNC Engineer will be a component of the engineering department and will work closely with the engineering, production, and maintenance functions on a day to day basis. They will assist in providing CNC and new technology solutions to complex manufacturing processes and bring to life concept ideas provided by Product Engineers and Marketing Executives.

Essential Functions: 

Main duties

• Design, fabricate, and implement tool fixturing for Guitar Manufacturing Process. This includes, but is not limited to, new product prototypes, general process improvements and new technology integration.
• Implement best practices for CNC processing of wood products.
• Implement a training programs for new and current CNC operators.
• Understand, track, and communicate facility CNC capacities and optimization.
• Create and implement CNC change over, set-up, and quality checking instructions.
• Create and manage a cutting tool replacement system and PM schedule 
• Ability to produce both large & small machined parts using CNC & Manual Lathes, Vertical and Horizontal Boring Machines
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings & specifications
• Study drawings, manuals, specifications and instructions to determine dimensions and tolerances of finished work-piece, sequence of operations and set-up requirements
• Ability to use precision measuring tools such as micrometers, calipers, and dial indicators
• Proofread all supplied documents for pertinent data to ensure all of the necessary information is present for down line processes before release for manufacture
• Design plans using computer-aided design (CAD) software
• Assist and perform preventative maintenance work on all CNC machines and areas where Maintenance Department lacks in knowledge, as necessary
• Order tooling necessary for production processes as well as manage change outs of tooling to ensure quality within the facility is maintained
• Knowledgeable in the capabilities of each of the machine tools in the facility

Other duties

• Employee can be asked to perform other duties that are reasonable within the area of expertise

Required Skills/Abilities: 

Skills and Competencies

• Superior computer and CAD/CAM skills
• Expert in machining processes in a CNC environment
• Proficient in reading CNC G-code Language
• Results oriented and driven, with a track record for delivering to plan
• Self-managed, willing and able to make decisions in the company’s best interest
• Detail-oriented, innovative, and customer-focused
• Active Listening; Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate
• Ability to work independently to provide solutions

Knowledge

• Knowledge and experience in MasterCam, CAD software modeling; AutoCAD, Fusion 360, SolidWorks
• Knowledge of a variety of construction and finish materials including solid woods a plus

Education and Experience:

• 4+ years of experience in a CAD/Drafting capacity preferred
• AA/BS degree (or equivalent) or College/Technical Certificate
• Machining and Tooling Experience: 5 years minimum (Required)
• Mastercam Knowledge: 1 years (Preferred)
• Ability to read and write G-Code (Required)
• CAD/CAM Knowledge: 3 years (Required)
• Bachelor's (Preferred)
• High School Diploma/ GED (Required)

Additional Details or Requirements:  this could be Work Environment, Travel, etc.

Internal:

• Manufacturing locations

External:

• None

Travel Requirements

• Periodic travel to and between the company’s manufacturing locations may be required (5-10%)

Physical Demands:

• Basic physical stances and actions (sitting, standing, walking)
• Physical requirements include the ability to stand for 8-10 hours per day and lift up to 50 lbs

The company’s Job Descriptions are not intended to be a complete detailed account of all expected/anticipated activities. We operate in a fast-moving and competitive global