Machining and Quality Engineer

Job Title: Machining and Quality Engineer

The Machining and Quality Engineer will be responsible for overseeing machining operations, ensuring quality control, and collaborating with suppliers to enhance manufacturing processes. The ideal candidate should have hands-on experience in CNC and manual machining, quality inspections, and new product development. The role requires proficiency in design software, measuring instruments, and project management.

• Operate and manage CNC Turning Centers, Vertical Machining Centers, manual lathes, drilling machines, and grinding machines.
  
• Manufacture parts from prints or existing parts and ensure compliance with specifications.
  
• Collaborate with suppliers to determine critical part features and assess manufacturability of designs.
  
• Review and recommend modifications to customer part specifications to support cost-effective production.
  
• Perform daily inspections to ensure parts meet quality standards based on drawings and specifications at both in-house and vendor locations.
  
• Handle all measuring instruments, including but not limited to:
  
• Vernier Caliper
  
• Micrometer
  
• Digital Height GaugeDigital Height Master
  
• Coordinate Measuring Machine (CMM)
  
• Maintain QC documentation using Excel spreadsheets and generate quality reports.
  
• Participate in new product development and prototype manufacturing.
  
• Create and interpret 2D and 3D part drawings using AutoCAD and SolidWorks.
  
• Train associates in machining operations and best practices.
  
• Develop and fabricate fixtures for prototype fabrication.
  
• Troubleshoot machining and quality issues with effective problem-solving skills.
  
• Manage projects efficiently while meeting deadlines.
  
• Work on both short-term and long-term production schedules.
  

• Strong hands-on experience in machining, both CNC and manual operations.
  
• Ability to support daily machining operations for production parts.
  
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and SolidWorks for creating 2D drawings and 3D models.
  
• Experience in executing outsourced machining projects by coordinating with multiple vendor departments.
  
• Ability to train and mentor associates in machining techniques.
  
• Strong communication and collaboration skills to work with internal teams and external suppliers.
  
• Detail-oriented with strong analytical and documentation skills.
  

• Bachelor's Degree/Diploma in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing, or a related field.
  

  
  

• Experience in the manufacturing industry with a focus on machining and quality control.
  

  
  

• Knowledge of lean manufacturing principles and process improvements.
  

  
  

• Ability to work under pressure and meet production deadlines.
  

  
  

• Familiarity with industry standards and compliance regulations.