Manufacturing Engineer - Machining (Engineering)

We Think BIG about our Engineering team! Our Brad Foote Gearing division is searching for a Manufacturing Engineer to join our team in Cicero, IL. The Manufacturing Engineer will work closely with the production floor to troubleshoot production challenges, assist with workflow through the plant and create routings and work instructions. Experience working in a machine shop with an understanding of turning, milling, and gear cutting is highly desired. ISO9001 experience is required and AS9100 is a big plus! Come join our team!

RESPONSIBILITIES AND ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Develop detailed routings, work instructions and engineering prints related to CNC machining and CNC gear hobbing
Develop and improve processes for manufacturing gear related products
Assist manufacturing supervisors with tooling and applications
Assist in the selection of correct speeds and feeds on CNC machine tools and gear hobbing, gashing and general machining
Troubleshoot machining operations on the shop floor, assisting supervisors with problem solving and process improvement
Assist with the qualification and setup of first article qualification
Analyze costs, processes, planning and functional controls to insure continuous improvement to cost, quality and delivery
Research and understand manufacturing process improvement technologies and innovations
Work with tooth grinding operators to interoperate gear micro geometries
Work with CMM/GMM operators to accurately inspect gear micro geometries
Troubleshoot machine tool problems and assist maintenance with repair and diagnosis
Assist in plant layout of machine tools for product flow and efficiency
All other duties as assigned