Furniture Manufacturing Engineer Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Hamilton Ohio
3475 Symmes Rd
Hamilton, OH 45015, USA

• Evaluates manufacturing processes by designing and conducting research programs; applying knowledge of product design, fabrication, assembly, tooling, and materials; conferring with equipment vendors; soliciting observations from operators.
• Develops and implements manufacturing processes by studying product requirements; researching, designing, modifying, and testing manufacturing methods, equipment, and new technologies; conferring with equipment vendors.
• Improves manufacturing efficiency by analyzing and planning workflow, space requirements, and equipment layout.
• Assures product and process quality by designing testing methods and control systems; testing finished product and process capabilities; establishing standards; confirming manufacturing processes; yielding in maximum efficiency.
• Assist in identifying and implementing corrective action for nonconforming parts.

• Programming of machine and measuring equipment; investigate programming equipment failures; diagnose faulty operations; provide solutions.
• Proactively analyze, identify, and enact procedures and/or processes to resolve production problems and/or minimize cost.
• Design of manufacturing equipment fixturing, tooling, gauging design. machine programming, quality engineering process design and implementation.
• Customer blueprint interpretation and internal print design and creation.
• Support Sales and Supply Chain with customer requirement on value-added process manufacturing.
• Support Quality with quality engineering processes.
• Support customer quoting activity including providing cost estimations, process selection, cycle time development, and identification of risks.
• Prepares product and process reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing information and trends; maintain product and process data through writing computer programs, entering data, etc.
• Complete design and development projects by training and guiding technicians; provide manufacturing engineering information by communicating solutions/answers to requests/questions.
• Lead and participate in Research and Development (R&D) programs aimed at expanding current capabilities.
• Maintain professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops, reviewing professional publications, establishing personal networks, and participating in professional societies.
• Contribute to team effort by accomplishing related tasks as needed.

This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Reduce cycle times and improve throughput
• Improve first-pass yield (FPY)
• Successfully launch new programs and processes
• Contribute to a collaborative, high-performance shop environment

• Strong Manufacturing Engineering skills and capabilities
• Strong communication (oral and written) can communicate across all levels of the organization.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Strong analytical and interpretations skills.
• Ability to perform in an environment fostering teamwork and results.
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office Suite.
• Proficient in the use of CAD/CAM. Preferably SolidWorks, Mastercam, Fusion 360, and/or Mazatrol.

• Four-year degree in manufacturing or mechanical engineering (or related) required.
• 4+ Years of CAD Experience – SolidWorks Preferred
• 4+ Years of CAM experience – Mastercam Preferred
• 4+ Years of programming, operating, and process development for 3/4/5 – axis CNC milling machines
• Experience with 3/4/5 axis milling machines, surface grinders, turning, wire EDM, CMM experience a plus
• Experience holding tight GD&T tolerances (0.0010” or less)
• Experience working with difficult materials or high-value components
• Experience with developing fixturing strategy for complex parts

Ability to read and comprehend engineering instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to write simple correspondence. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization.

Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs.

Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. 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 use hands to handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to sit. The employee is occasionally required to stand and walk. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, and ability to adjust focus.

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. 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 occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts, fumes, or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, and risk of electrical shock. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

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