Engineering Technician

Location: Falconer, NY

Salary Range: $54,000 to $64,000

About SKF:

SKF has been making the world spin since 1907!

SKF is an industry-leading manufacturer dedicated to a culture of belonging, where our people flourish in an equitable environment that promotes leadership development and career growth. SKF bearings played an integral role in helping Mars Rover collect rock and regolith samples on the planet’s surface.

As an SKF team member, you will join 40,000 colleagues from more than 130 countries developing bearing technology and services that make rotation more reliable and sustainable. Sustainability is at the heart of everything we do. SKF aims to have net zero greenhouse gas emissions at all our production facilities by 2030.

SKF products keep vehicles rolling, power the machines that put food on your table, and even reach into the cosmos as part of the Mars rover mission. Founded in Sweden in 1907, today SKF is publicly traded on the Nasdaq Stockholm with annual sales in 2020 of approximately $10 billion.

Summary:

SKF Aerospace is a first-tier supplier to the global aviation industry and much more. We design and manufacture complex, high-performance, high-value bearings in steel and advanced ceramics. Our production group, technologies, and products are at the heart of the aerospace industry and the world’s leading aircraft jet engine and gearbox manufacturers at our Falconer, NY location. The Associate Engineering Technician is responsible for manufacturing Marflex Elastomeric Bearings and other bearing development or LRIP projects. The job includes all aspects of successfully manufacturing the bearings to customer requirements including material & supply ordering, schedule management, machining, and final inspection.

Responsibilities: 

• Perform all tasks associated with the manufacture of Marflex bearings including, machining of primary components, elastomer coating, assembly, molding, finish machining and inspection. 
• Manufacture fixtures, molds, gauges and other components used in the manufacture of Marflex products using CNC and manual machine tools such as lathes, milling machines, grinders, etc. 
• Ability to edit CNC programs. 
• Perform all operations necessary in the manufacture of any new development prototypes or LRIP (Low Rate Initial Production) opportunities.
• Maintain production schedules for the PD&T area
• Work with purchasing to order materials, tooling, and supplies to achieve on-time deliveries.
• Maintain a safe and clean work environment.
• Other duties as assigned. 

Job Requirements:

• Associate Degree in Machine Technology and/or a minimum of 3 to 5 years of CNC machining experience. 
• Strong computer skills, including proficiency in MS Office (Excel, Word, CAD, etc.)
• Good organizational skills, 5S/Lean manufacturing knowledge
• Experience working within an ISO certified environment is a plus.
• Excellent communication skills and teamwork with the ability to share ideas and knowledge
• Must be a self-motivated person capable of achieving goals with minimal direction or supervision.

What You’ll Love About SKF:

Rest and Relaxation. Enjoy a generous PTO policy and 13 paid holidays.

Work/Life Integration. SKF supports work/life integration, home, family, community, personal well-being and health. 

Diversity in the Workplace. ?At SKF, we strive to embed Diversity, Equity and Inclusion in everything we do. By developing a culture of belonging, our people can flourish; leading to an inclusive, equitable environment that promotes leadership, engagement and innovation.

Best in Class Benefits. SKF cares about the wellbeing of our employees. Comprehensive healthcare options to fit your needs and opt out payment.  Added benefits include company paid life insurance, STD, LTD. Supplemental benefits include critical illness coverage, tuition reimbursement, employee discount programs, and much more!

Invest in your Future. Participate in our 401K program that boasts a 10% employer contribution: 100% match up to 5% of your elected contribution (100% Vested) plus an additional 5% company contribution.

Reports to: Production Supervisor 
Location: Falconer, NY
Job ID: 20930

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