Manufacturing Engineer - Nesco Resource, LLC

Nesco Resource is looking to hire a Manufacturing Engineer at their client in Waterbury.  

Engineers shall be capable of understanding, creating, and editing CNC code used to machine both turned and milled products. Previous understanding and working ability with CAM software is a requirement.

Hands on ability working with both CNC miller and lathes is a requirement, including tool setting, fixture setup, tool offset adjustment, program try out, inspection of the resultant product and methods of adjustment to eliminate deviations. Experience with automation systems and Swiss style CNC lathes a plus.

Engineers shall be capable of creating and troubleshooting multi-step manufacturing processes, have a though understanding of GD&T, Specifications (AMS, SAE, etc.) and Lean practices. Engineers shall have the ability to independently troubleshoot problematic processes to create and implement structured countermeasures issues.

Requirements

• Troubleshoot problematic manufacturing processes.
• Existing processes may be producing sub-standard products, non-compliant products or may need excessive maintenance.
• Help create functional processes.
• Support proposed manufacturing steps in order to produce a product in the most efficient manner possible.
• Create and edit CNC programs.
• Create new and edit existing CNC programs utilizing both manual "G code” programming and CAM software.
• Help create successful inspection processes.
• Support creation of inspection methods and gauges for new and modified manufacturing components and processes.
• Perform successful Continuous Improvement activities on existing processes.
• Perform investigations into problematic processes, create and implement countermeasures to issues discovered utilizing established LEAN tools.
• Interact successfully with peers and co-workers of all levels to resolve issues and improve processes.
• Work with all staff members as part of the process formation and investigative process so that new and modified processes will have the maximum positive impact on the Company.
• Support the design of multistep manufacturing processes to produce a specified product to all internal and external customer requirements and to Microbest economic constraints.
• Have a good working skill set using CAM software.
• Microbest uses SolidWorks and SURFCAM software.

• Minimum of 5 years working in a CNC machining environment
• A "Self-Starter”.
• 5 years "hands on " experience working with CNC lathes and millers.
• Ability to take personal ownership of a project and drive it to successful completion.
• Fully understand GD&T.
• The ability to both manually and via CAM software, edit "G code” CNC programs both at CNC machines and via remote terminals.
• MS Office product expertise.
• Exposure and understanding of Lean manufacturing philosophy.
• Experience with variable CNC programming is helpful.
• Microbest uses Okuma and Fanuc CNC controls, experience using these is helpful.

Working conditions
This position will require time spent on a partially air-conditioned manufacturing floor and in a climate-controlled office.
Considerable time will be spent on the manufacturing floor working directly on machinery and with shop floor personnel.

Nesco Resource offers a comprehensive benefits package for our associates, which includes a MEC (Minimum Essential Coverage) plan that encompasses Medical, Vision, Dental, 401K, and EAP (Employee Assistance Program) services.
 
Nesco Resource provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.