Position Summary:

We are seeking a Manufacturing CNC Programming Engineer to join our team in Mt. Orab, Ohio. This role will be responsible for developing CAM methodologies, creating solutions for highly technical problems, simplify setup procedures, tooling integration and create standard practices to improve the processes used in the making of CNC programs. This role will establish internal processes that safely ensures the production of high-quality products that meet compliance and project requirements. Responsibilities include driving continuous improvement throughout the shop by owning project timelines, improving throughput & cost, resolving technical/process issues, and drive lean initiatives throughout the shop. Lead and effectively interface with support teams to complete projects to meet EHS, Quality, Delivery, and Cost savings goals.

Work You’ll Do:
•    Create CNC machining programs from 3D models using CAD/CAM software.
•    Create Setup drawings and instructions.
•    Select cutting tools used in the CAM programs. 
•    Lead and/or participates in process improvement initiatives. 
•    Work with shop to improve the machining process. 
•    Use an ERP system to update time standards and scheduling. 
•    Coordinating with manufacturing engineers to optimize the manufacturability of products to achieve specified design.
•    Ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations
•    Implement, maintain, and continuously improve 5S methodology in assigned areas, drive culture change.
•    Prioritize and implement multiple concurrent process improvement projects, alone or as part of a multifunctional team, to drive customer satisfaction and business productivity.
•    Apply standard engineering techniques to assigned tasks and ensure that specific goals are met in terms of safety, quality, delivery, and cost to meet department goals.
Team:
•    This role will be a part of the Mt. Orab Manufacturing Engineering team reporting directly to the Manufacturing Engineering Manager.

Basic Qualifications:
•    High School diploma with a focus on math, computer science and engineering-related subjects.
•    5 plus years of CNC manufacturing work experience.
•    Knowledge of 3D CAD software, 3D CNC model-based programming, experience using machining processes, and familiarity with quality control methods.
•    Expert knowledge of cutting tools used in the metal machining process. 
•    Ability to read and understand Engineering drawings and specifications.
•    Demonstrates ability to plan, communicate and execute.
•    Effective at managing multiple priorities under tight deadlines.
•    High attention to detail and accuracy.
•    Understanding of lean manufacturing principles and process improvement techniques.
Preferred Qualifications:
•    Associate’s degree in manufacturing, industrial, or mechanical engineering.
•    Previous work experience as a CNC programmer using 3D CAD software, 3D CNC model-based programming.
•    Experience using CAM Simulation software to prove out CNC programs before sending to the shop.

Physical Demands: 

To perform this job successfully, the physical demands listed are representative of those that must be met by an employee. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand, walk, use hands to handle and feel, reach with hands and arms, talk, and hear. The employee may occasionally be required to crouch. The employee may occasionally lift items as heavy as 25 lbs. Specific vision abilities may include the employee’s ability to see near and far distances. 

Who we are:

Milacron is a global leader in the manufacture, distribution and service of highly engineered and customized systems within the $27 billion plastic technology and processing industry. We are the only global company with a full-line product portfolio that includes hot runner systems, injection molding, extrusion equipment. We maintain strong market positions across these products, as well as leading positions in process control systems, mold bases and components, maintenance, repair and operating (“MRO”) supplies for plastic processing equipment. Our strategy is to deliver highly customized equipment, components and service to our customers throughout the lifecycle of their plastic processing technology systems.

EEO:

The policy of Milacron is to extend opportunities to qualified applicants and employees on an equal basis regardless of an individual's age, race, color, sex, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression or veteran status.  We are committed to being an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer and offer opportunities to all job seekers including individuals with disabilities.  If you need a reasonable accommodation to assist with your job search or application for employment, email us at [email protected]. In your email, please include a description of the specific accommodation you are requesting as well as the job title and requisition number of the position for which you are applying.