Superior Thread Rolling ยท 8 hours ago
Manufacturing Engineer / Planner
Arleta, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$30/hr - $45/hr
3+ years expSuperior Thread Rolling Co. has been an industry leader in the Aerospace and Precision Machining business for over 70 years. The Manufacturing Engineer / Planner is responsible for creating engineering and planning packages for manufactured parts, writing detailed instructions, and generating inspection plans while driving continuous improvement in manufacturing processes.
Manufacturing
Responsibilities
Creates the engineering and planning package for manufactured parts
Writes detailed instructions for every step of the manufacturing process
Generates detailed inspection plans for all mfg. steps including CNC machining
Generates cost estimations for repeat work by analyzing previous results
Generates cost estimations for new work by estimating CNC machining cycles
Reviews blueprints, specifications, and customer purchase orders to ensure compliance
Implements lean manufacturing concepts and single piece flow into mfg. methods
Drives continuous improvement with process improvement projects
Releases new and repeat manufacturing plans to the floor for production
Develops, evaluates, and improves manufacturing methods, utilizing knowledge of product design, materials and parts, fabrication processes, tooling and production equipment capabilities, assembly methods, and quality control standards
Analyzes and plans setup times, cycle times and tooling requirements for maximum efficiency
Generates manufacturing sketches using Catia or Solidworks for rough machining, manufacturing clarity, masking instructions, etc
Confers with machine shop staff concerning part design and tooling required to ensure efficient production methods
Confers with vendors to determine product specifications and plan for purchase of services, materials, or parts using the computer to specify in detail the purchasing requirements
Writes purchase instructions according to specifications and quality standards
Estimates production times, outside processing requirements and relates costs to provide information for management decisions
Confers with management and other staff regarding manufacturing capabilities, production schedules, and other considerations to facilitate optimum production processes
Qualification
Required
Minimum 3 years combined CNC machining experience or planning experience in an Aerospace machine shop required
Blueprint reading skills and understanding of GD&T required
Knowledge of common inspection methods and tools required
Familiarity with common methods for CNC programming, fixtures, and order of operations is required
CAD experience in Catia or Solidworks required
Touch typing ability and proficiency with basic Office tools like Excel and Word required
Preferred
Experience with an MRP system desired
Knowledge of lean manufacturing, cellular concepts, and theory of constraints desired
Experience with grinding, thread rolling, fasteners, and mechanical testing desired
Experience with outside processes such as heat treating, plating, and coatings desired
A degree in Manufacturing Engineering, or another related major with an emphasis in manufacturing, is desired
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
Holidays, Vacation & Bonuses
401(k) with matching company funds (Full Time Employees).
Company
Superior Thread Rolling
Aerospace Precision Machining, Manufacturing and Thread Rolling Services.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageCompany data provided by crunchbase