Manufacturing Engineer in Bloomfield, CT – (job id: 1682927475)

Job title: Manufacturing Engineer Company: Kamatics Corporation Job description: Manufacturing Engineer Requisition ID 2022-7123 Category General Engineering Segment Kaman Aerospace Shift Shift 1 # of Openings 1 Overview We have a need for a self-motivated, results driven Manufacturing Engineer to join our team in Bloomfield, Connecticut. Our Manufacturing Engineers provide the Operations team with technical support, develop manufacturing process layouts as well as tool and fixture designs, and ensure that all production methodology meets customer requirements, productivity, and quality expectations. Additionally, a Kamatics Manufacturing Engineer conducts product development projects within designated cost, quality, and time lines. Kaman Specialty Bearings & Engineered Products, a division of Kaman Corporation, is a leader in the design and manufacture of high technology mechanical products used in aviation, marine, hydropower and other industrial applications. Essential Duties and Responsibilities • Use knowledge of manufacturing processes and machine methodology; provide detailed drawings or sketches as guidance for drafting personnel to complete process sequencing. Use knowledge of cutting tool technology, fixture design, machining, and CNC programming techniques, to establish best practices for production. Continuously work with Machinists to improve machining efficiencies. Responsible for the sustainment of standard machining techniques. • Utilize lean manufacturing methods to enhance manufacturing efficiencies and reduce costs. Perform research for equipment acquisition; develop Return on Investment (ROI) reports for equipment acquisition justification. • Develop manufacturing methods and work instructions on new products or new equipment to meet productivity and quality requirements. Ensure processes yield product that meets cost and quality expectations, with reliability and consistency. Determine tools, jaws, speeds, feeds, and fixtures to support manufacturing operations. Develop machining programs using Computer Aided Manufacturing systems, to meet production expectations of productivity, quality, and safety. • Train Production Engineers (PE) in support of knowledge base growth and development. • Provide primary support to Value Stream assigned; train with Sr. Manufacturing Engineer to develop capability to support all Value Streams as requested. Provide a high level of service to all internal and external customers; share knowledge and lessons learned. Contribute to positive teamwork environment. • Act as a troubleshooter for assembly / machining process / manufacturing problems. Resolve problems and work with Applications Engineering, Purchasing, Sales Representatives, Product and Process Suppliers, and customers to resolve issues. • Maintain clean and safe work environment. Follow safety and environmental procedures and regulations. Report safety and environmental incidents to supervisor. • Perform other duties as assigned. Accomplish related results as needed. Qualifications Education: BS Degree in Industrial Technology or Mechanical Engineering. Experience: 3-5 years' manufacturing engineering / machine shop experience. Proficiency with Computer Aided Manufacturing programs is essential. Knowledge Essential to the Position: • Computer Aided Drafting (CAD); Unigraphics (Solid Modeling) is preferred • Tool knowledge and design fixtures • ISO procedures Physical Demands: • Occasional (15%-40%) lifting and moving materials up to 50 lbs. • Frequent bending/twisting • Frequent grasping items and tools • Frequent mental and visual attention • Continual standing Other: • Will be required to work overtime and weekends to meet customer needs • Travel - occasional #KAM #LI-KR1 Kaman Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Minority/Female/Individuals with Disabilities/Protected Veteran and Affirmative Action Employer Kaman Corporation considers for employment and hires qualified candidates without regard to age, race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, protected veteran or disability status or any factor prohibited by law. Kaman Corporation and all of its related companies fully endorse equal opportunity for all. Kaman provides reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in job application procedures and/or process. Please inform us if you need assistance completing any forms or to otherwise participate in the application process. For more information, please click here for a notice that provides information concerning the laws and procedures for filing complaints of violations of the laws with the Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs (OFCCP). Positions at Kaman require access to information or technology that is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulation (ITAR) and the Export Administration Regulations (EAR). These laws limit access rights for non-US Persons or other unauthorized individuals. Therefore, applicants may be required to provide proof of U.S. Citizenship, U.S. Permanent Residence, or U.S. Immigration Status. All such inquiries are asked solely to comply with ITAR and EAR export licensing requirements. PI213558005 Expected salary: Location: Bloomfield, CT Job date: Mon, 01 May 2023 07:51:15 GMT Apply for the job now! Apply tot his job Apply To this Job