Manufacturing Engineer

Prototek Digital Manufacturing

Job Location:

Menomonie, WI - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 30+ days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

About Prototek
Prototek is a leading national provider of digital based manufacturing services including CNC machining precision sheet metal fabrication EDM and additive manufacturing services. Prototek serves a variety of customer end markets including aerospace defense medical robotics electronics consumer and general industrial. Prototek has manufacturing locations across the United States includingfacilities in New Hampshire Wisconsin California and Pennsylvania. Prototek is ISO 9001:2015 and AS9100D:2016 certified as well as ITAR more information visit.

Job Summary
The Manufacturing Engineer position is responsible for improving operations quality assurance and processes in a state-of-the-art manufacturing facility and ensuring that the production of customer product is done with highly efficient and productive methodologies. The position will also develop support and optimize manufacturing operations for CNC Sheetmetal and Additive technologies.

Essential Functions

Lead projects that analyze review and improve processes including those in CNC machining additive manufacturing metal fabrication post-processing finishing and quality control.
Continual Improvement of day-to-day manufacturing operations to reduce costs and waste to improve quality and profits utilizing Lean Manufacturing principles.
Troubleshoot manufacturing processes including internal review CAPA audits or complaints.
Utilize technical expertise on manufacturing best practices and implement new and innovative methods to improve manufacturing operations.
Develop and maintain documented procedures necessary to ensure consistent output of high-quality products including corrective and preventative maintenance plans.
Analyze production workflow to improve utilization optimize efficiencies and reduce bottlenecks.
Review product drawings CAD data and other specifications to confirm that all customer requirements can and have been met.
Provide feedback to customers on their product drawings in regard to design for manufacturability (DFM).
Review measuring and qualification activities to ensure proper results are determined recorded and reported and that issues with nonconforming products are communicated to the appropriate person.
Maximize operational efficiencies by estimating costs and production times for small and larger scale manufacturing opportunities.
Investigate new manufacturing machinery material testing equipment and metrology systems and report to management for acquisition.
Implement processes to properly operate maintain and report data (FAI FAIR PPAP) collected with these systems.
Develop and support data security and workplace safety programs
Maintain professional and technical knowledge by attending educational trainings
Maintain a safe clean and organized work environment
Other duties as assigned

Technical Competencies

Proficient knowledge of prototyping and manufacturing capabilities specific metal working and additive manufacturing
Proficient knowledge of ERP and Quality Management Systems
Proficient knowledge of CMM systems and 3D scanning metrology
Proficient knowledge of the ISO 9001 and AS9100 standards
Proficient computer literacy including Microsoft Office and CAD related software

Behavioral Competencies

Demonstrate motivation and accountability to achieve individual and department goals; work effectively under pressure with limited supervision
Demonstrate effective written and verbal communication skills to tactfully collaborate with team members
Organize prioritize and manage multiple medium to high complexity projects in a cross-functional environment
Grasp intermediate to complex concepts anticipate possible problems and generate solutions with proficient problem-solving skills
Ability to respond and adapt quickly to changing circumstances and facility needs
Strong attention to detail and commitment to produce high quality parts
Demonstrates teamwork by sharing knowledge and offering assistance

Education and Experience:

Bachelors degree in Engineering or related field required Masters degree preferred
2 years of experience in related Manufacturing environments
5 years experience in aerospace manufacturing and or other higher regulated industries

Physical Requirements & Professional Experience:

Ability to sit for extended periods of time
Ability to use hands and fingers to operate computer and handle/feel small and large parts
Ability to focus vision for: close vision color vision depth perception and adjusting to sharp focus
Ability to lift up to 10 lbs occasionally throughout work week

Work Hours/Travel:

1st shift work schedule Monday Friday
Remote available upon approval
Up to 20% travel required

What Prototek Offers:

Career advancement opportunities
Flexible Schedule
Competitive pay scale
Paid time off (PTO) starting at 80 hours with annual increase for each year of service
9 paid Holidays annually
Education reimbursement program
Health dental vision life and short-term disability insurance
Company paid life and long-term disability insurance
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
401(k) match: 100% of 3% and 50% for 4% and 5%

Additional Information:
Prototek maintains International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) compliant operations in United States based facilities. This position is subject to ITAR which requires U.S. Person status. ITAR defines U.S. Person as U.S. Citizens lawful permanent residents or foreign nationals granted refugee or asylee status.

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Required Experience:

Senior IC

About PrototekPrototek is a leading national provider of digital based manufacturing services including CNC machining precision sheet metal fabrication EDM and additive manufacturing services. Prototek serves a variety of customer end markets including aerospace defense medical robotics electronics ...

Lead projects that analyze review and improve processes including those in CNC machining additive manufacturing metal fabrication post-processing finishing and quality control.
Continual Improvement of day-to-day manufacturing operations to reduce costs and waste to improve quality and profits utilizing Lean Manufacturing principles.
Troubleshoot manufacturing processes including internal review CAPA audits or complaints.
Utilize technical expertise on manufacturing best practices and implement new and innovative methods to improve manufacturing operations.
Develop and maintain documented procedures necessary to ensure consistent output of high-quality products including corrective and preventative maintenance plans.
Analyze production workflow to improve utilization optimize efficiencies and reduce bottlenecks.
Review product drawings CAD data and other specifications to confirm that all customer requirements can and have been met.
Provide feedback to customers on their product drawings in regard to design for manufacturability (DFM).
Review measuring and qualification activities to ensure proper results are determined recorded and reported and that issues with nonconforming products are communicated to the appropriate person.
Maximize operational efficiencies by estimating costs and production times for small and larger scale manufacturing opportunities.
Investigate new manufacturing machinery material testing equipment and metrology systems and report to management for acquisition.
Implement processes to properly operate maintain and report data (FAI FAIR PPAP) collected with these systems.
Develop and support data security and workplace safety programs
Maintain professional and technical knowledge by attending educational trainings
Maintain a safe clean and organized work environment
Other duties as assigned