What are the responsibilities and job description for the Manufacturing Engineer position at Kenda Tires?
Job Overview
The Manufacturing Engineer will plan manufacturing improvements, solve manufacturing issues, and grow our machining abilities. The ideal candidate is motivated, self-driven, and completes all job functions with minimal supervision. The initial focus of this position will be building our CNC Department to be fully functional and utilizing full machine capacity.
Benefits
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The Manufacturing Engineer will plan manufacturing improvements, solve manufacturing issues, and grow our machining abilities. The ideal candidate is motivated, self-driven, and completes all job functions with minimal supervision. The initial focus of this position will be building our CNC Department to be fully functional and utilizing full machine capacity.
Benefits
- Generous Pay commensurate with experience and/or education
- Benefits package includes medical, dental, vision, life, accident, critical care, and short-term & long-term disability insurance
- 401K retirement program with employer match
- Paid holidays, sick and vacation time
- Employee purchase pricing on auto, power sport, and bicycle tires
- Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering Technology degree, or similar relevant education
- Intermediate to advanced ability to create and manipulate solid models in a 3D CAD software; preferably Fusion 360 and Autodesk Inventor (latest version)
- Proficient in Microsoft Office 365, especially Excel, Word, and Outlook.
- Experience in machining, finishing, and heat treating tool steel
- CAM programming: 2 years (Required)
- CNC programming: 3 years (Required); Doosan control experience is a plus
- Familiarity and skill with interpreting technical drawings and blueprints; Including GD&T
- Skilled at troubleshooting and resolving mechanical or logistical problems that arise
- Must have strong attention to detail and be very organized
- Ability to work independently and closely follow procedures
- Excellent communication skills
- Should have a positive and professional attitude
- Available to work overtime when required
- Capable of standing for extended periods of time
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds for short periods of time
- CMM experience is a plus
- PLC experience is a plus
- Program, operate, and oversee the CNC equipment, operators, and associated keep stock
- Read technical drawings and set up the machines in accordance with these blueprints
- Use Fusion 360 to 3D model and create cutting paths and program machines
- Train CNC operators in all required CNC methodologies
- Use measurement tools to ensure products meet design specifications
- Design and implement solutions for existing and new manufacturing equipment and train staff on new manufacturing solutions
- Design and oversee production of press tooling, fixtures, and other production equipment
- Support maintenance in troubleshooting manufacturing equipment
- Determine and implement solutions to prevent manufacturing downtime
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