Manufacturing EngineerDESCRIPTION DATE: Mar 2026
POSITION PURPOSE:Assists in the planning, directing, and coordinating manufacturing processes and tooling, as well as CNC programming and machine setup.
Full-Time, M-FSalary Range:$70k - $115 DOE
Machines you will work with:Tsugami Swiss
Star Swiss
Miyanos
Mori Seiki Lathes
Doosan Lathes & Mills
Robodrill Mills
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:- Assist in the development of routing instructions for new and existing jobs.
- Assist in improving efficiencies for new and existing work, including improvement of tooling, processes, part quality and employee training.
- Recommend methods of improving employee efficiency and reducing waste of material and utilities, such as restructuring, job duties, reorganizing workflow, relocating workstations and equipment and involved in purchase of equipment.
- Reduce tooling costs; assist in development and maintenance of control system standardizing tools.
- Resource for Supervisor and Technical Leads in correcting tooling and machining process problems. Assist in problem solving and troubleshooting of manufacturing problems in the manufacturing area.
- Develop, evaluate and improve manufacturing methods, utilize knowledge of product design, materials, and parts, machining processes tooling and production equipment capabilities, and quality control standards.
- Assist in maintaining CNC department efficiency; may operate, set up machines, program for new or existing jobs, train and/or otherwise using expertise to assist in the smooth running of the CNC department.
- Assist the Engineering Manager in planning the use of facilities, equipment, materials and personnel to improve efficiency of operations and to identify areas of duplication.
- Assist the Engineering Manager in analyzing and planning requirements, workflow, layouts of equipment and workspace for maximum efficiency.
- Assist in estimating production time, perform time studies, evaluate the way work is performed for maximum efficiency.
- Setup, program and operate CNC machines as required.
- Perform other duties as assigned or necessary.
REQUIREMENTS:- A Bachelor of Science degree in an engineering discipline is a plus, or a combination of work experience and education considered
- Minimum of 5-10 years of experience in a fast-paced manufacturing environment required
- Must have extensive knowledge of manufacturing processes in a manufacturing environment
- Manufacturing engineering experience in a high mix / high-volume environment preferred
- Demonstrated workflow and productivity improvements
- Experience using technology to improve material flow
- Robotic experience a plus
- Mastercam experience preferred
- Turning center with live tooling and vertical milling with 4th-axis programming and setup experience necessary
- Knowledge of six sigma methodology is preferred
- Must have strong written and verbal communication skills
- Strong analytical skills and ability to interpret data
- Strong decision making, problem solving and organizational skills
- Exhibit core values of integrity and accountability
- Maintain a clean, orderly and efficient work area
- Demonstrates ability to read, write, speak, hear and interpret documents and instructions from both verbal and written English
- Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds safely
- Physical demands include standing, bending, sitting and kneeling
- Regularly possess manual dexterity for assembly of tooling, small parts and working with equipment and controls
- Vision requirements include (corrective or non) close range, distance, color, peripheral and depth
WORKING CONDITIONS:The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee may encounter while performing essential functions:
- General office environment
- Exposure to moderate noises
- Temperature variances
- Exposure to fumes, chemicals and airborne particles
Benefits & Perks of joining the MicroPrecision Team:- Competitive, experienced-based wages
- $2,000 Sign-On Bonus
- $2,000 Referral Bonus
- Quarterly Incentive Bonus Program
- Paid Weekly
- Climate-controlled facility
- PTO accrual begins upon hire - up to 3 weeks in first full year!
- 11 Holidays
- Education Assistance - up to $5,000 per year per employee
- Career Advancement - ongoing training & opportunity for internal growth
- Company lunches, annual pig roast
- Onsite no cost annual flu shots
- Tool Purchase Program
- Safety Shoe Reimbursement up to $150 per year
- No cost Prescription Safety Glasses
- Uniform rental & laundry services available
- Summer Internships for local High School students & for employee's kids
- State Certified Apprenticeship Program
- Casual work environment
- Free coffee, hot chocolate, fruit & ice cream
- Benefits begin first of the month following 30 days
- Medical Plan
- Health Savings Accounts
- Near site clinic with zero-dollar health services, primary care, preventive care, walk-in visits, labs, prescriptions
- 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with 5% company match & 100% vested immediately, pre-tax & after-tax options available
- Company paid Life Ins - equal to annual salary
- Life Ins optional - up to $500,000
- Company paid Short Term Disability
- Dental Ins
- Vision Ins
- Flex Spending Account
- Dependent Care Flex
- Critical Illness Ins
- Accident Ins
- Long Term Disability
- Legal Plan
- ID Shield
- Pet Ins
- Hospital Indemnity
- Employee Assistance Program - no cost & confidential
- Travel Assistance
- Financial Planning Resources & onsite no cost Financial Advisor apts
