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Dynamic Manufacturing is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to join our growing team! The Manufacturing Engineer must be highly technical and is directly responsible for developing processes in the CNC Machining/Tooling Department, focusing on improving product quality, productivity, operational flow, lead time, and reducing product cost. The individual will provide leadership and cultivate an environment that supports teamwork, continuous improvement, and innovation.

At Dynamic Manufacturing, we offer:

• An Engaging Work Environment
• Opportunities for Advancement
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Competitive Pay (we pay weekly!)
• Comprehensive Benefits Package & 401(k) Match
• Generous Paid Time Off, and more!

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Design / select tooling, fixtures, and gauges to deliver quality machined parts from CNC mills and lathes
• Program, setup and operate CNC machines using modern CAD / CAM software and or shop floor programming at the CNC Machine control.
• Ensure part conformance using measurement tools including micrometers, indicators, height / depth gauges, comparators, and calipers
• Recommend new tools as required
• Develop set-up sheets and work procedures for machinists
• Optimize set-up times, cycle times and flow through the shop
• Analyze and recommend changes to workflow and layout of equipment to maximize efficiency and product flow.
• Recommend additional machines as needed to grow the business
• Create maintenance / upgrade programs to ensure machinery continues to run effectively
• Manage competing demands and tight deadlines to ensure high levels of customer satisfaction
• Develop and maintain supportive, professional relationships with designers and engineers; collaborate with designers and engineers to suggest design improvements for machinability of parts
• Maintain a safe, clean, and orderly work area using 5S principles.
• Communicate clearly and effectively; treat people with dignity, respect, and fairness; maintain confidentiality.
• Ensure machines are running at optimal efficiencies.
• Ability to Quote and estimate cycle times from a print or cad model.
• Coach and train operators as required
• Adjust set-ups and programs to improve yields and cycle times.
• Communicate all work in progress and inform upper management of potential problems with agreed deadlines.
• Develop and maintain performance measurements, and standard operating procedures.
• Increase productivity and reduce scrap.
• Suggest and participate in selection of new process equipment, techniques, and methods.
• Develops flow of operations and processes through part completion not limited to the development of job travelers or work sheet routers.
• Works closely with Quality to assist in the development of inspection frequency.
• Promotes all company safety rules and requirements.
• Perform other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
• Machine Shop environment experience
• 5 to 10 years of progressive CNC machining experience
• Experience with lathes and mills
• Experience with CNC programming in a CAD/CAM environment.
• Experienced with shop floor programming, editing, etc..
• Experience with advanced machining concepts and current technology of machining.
• Experience with capacity planning
• Ability to effectively communicate at all levels of the organization.
• Proven leadership ability with strong interpersonal skills.  Must have a positive attitude and be very energetic.  Must be able to work with a diverse workforce, team concept, and have an open mind.
• Strong problem-solving skills and detail oriented.
• Experience with TPM, Setup Reduction and Kaizen concepts
• Knowledge of Quality Control (including basic GDT & SPC) and in-process inspection practices.
• Knowledge of cutting tools, press tooling (pierce, blank, form tools) desired.
• Experience with ERP/MRP II systems.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office and manufacturing software.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) desired but not required

WHY CHOOSE DYNAMIC?

Dynamic Manufacturing is a family owned and operated organization formed in 1955 by John Partipilo. Our organization specializes in the manufacture of automotive, off-road, industrial and racing powertrain products. This includes Torque Converters, Transmissions (Automatic, Manual, Hybrid models) and Transfer Case Assemblies.

Our organization started with a single retail facility and a dream. Today, we serve the aftermarket and several OE customers. Our operations consist of almost a million square feet of floor space and 1,000+ extremely talented employees encompassing turnkey operations from engineering, total machining operations, through assembly and dynamometer testing.

We are an equal opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination/harassment 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.