Manufacturing Engineer

Job Description Job Description At Volt, Our Greatest Strength is Our People Join a team where your skills are valued, your growth is supported, and your work truly matters. ? Now Hiring: Manufacturing Engineer ? Location: Franklin, WI ? Shift: 1st | M-F ? Duration: Full-Time (Direct Hire) ?? What You’ll Do: As a Manufacturing Engineer your responsibilities will include: Supports and optimizes CNC machining, fabrication, additive manufacturing, and machine assembly operations to enhance efficiency, quality, and safety. This role focuses on process improvements, Design for Manufacturability (DFM), and efficient utilization of capacity, tooling, and resources. The engineer will also play a key role in specifying, evaluating, and supporting the implementation of new capital equipment (CapEx) to expand and modernize production capabilities. Develop, implement, and refine manufacturing processes for CNC machining (3-axis, 5-axis, and additive manufacturing), fabrication, and assembly operations. Drive Design for Manufacturability (DFM) initiatives, collaborating with product design teams to ensure efficient and cost-effective manufacturing. Ensure manufacturing compliance with Safety, Quality, and Environmental ISO standards. Analyze and improve process flow, equipment utilization, tooling strategies, and overall capacity planning. Implement lean manufacturing and process improvements that reduce cycle time, increase throughput, and improve product quality. Specify requirements for new production equipment, review vendor proposals, and provide technical input for CapEx justification. Support equipment commissioning, installation, and validation, ensuring smooth integration into production. Support CPK Analysis of our equipment, implementing improvements suggested. Specify tooling, fixtures, and manufacturing aids for CNC, fabrication, and assembly processes. Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues in machining, fabrication, and assembly operations. Develop and maintain process standards, best practices, and technical documentation. Train operators and technicians on new processes, tooling, and equipment. Evaluate and implement automation and digital manufacturing technologies where applicable. Leads and initiates measures that mitigate risk within a manufacturing process alongside the quality engineering group. Including PFMEA, maintaining ISO compliance, and CPK analysis. Facilitate implementation and maintenance of all TPM (planned maintenance, autonomous maintenance, and CI) activities. The ideal candidate will have: Bachelor's degree in mechanical, Manufacturing, or Industrial Engineering; equivalent technical experience considered. 3 years of experience in CNC machining, fabrication, or manufacturing engineering. Experience with manufacturing equipment, automation, and troubleshooting (CNC, milling, turning, and fabrication). Strong knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, process optimization, and DFM required. Familiarity with capacity modeling, OEE, and tooling utilization of metrics. Strong analytical, technical writing, and communication skills. Hands-on approach with proven ability to work effectively on the shop floor. Technical Requirements: Experience in CAM software (Esprit, NX, Gibbs or equivalent). Strong understanding in CAD software (Solid works ,AutoCAD, or equivalent). Understanding of ERP/MRP systems (SAP S4/Hana preferred) Strong grasp of GD&T, tolerancing, and precision machining practices. Pay Range : $75k - $80k / Year *Pay range offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors, including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. Qualified candidates should APPLY NOW for immediate consideration Please hit APPLY to provide the required information, and we will be back in touch as soon as possible. Benefits: Volt offers benefits (based on eligibility) that include the following: health, dental, vision, term life, short term disability, AD&D, 401(k), Sick time, and other types of paid leaves (as required by law), Employee Assistance Program (EAP). Volt is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits any kind of unlawful discrimination and harassment. Volt is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, national origin, citizenship, social or ethnic origin, sex, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, marital status, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, or any other status protected by the statutes, rules, and regulations in the locations where it operates. If you are an individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation to assist with your job search or application for employment, please email hr_dept@volt.com or call (866) -898-0005. Please indicate the specifics of the assistance needed. Volt does not discriminate against applicants based on citizenship status, immigration status, or national origin, in accordance with 8 U.S.C. § 1324b. 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If you are an individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation to assist with your job search or application for employment, please click here or call (866) 898-0005. Please indicate the specifics of the assistance needed. Volt does not discriminate against applicants based on citizenship status, immigration status, or national origin, in accordance with 8 U.S.C. § 1324b. The company will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in a manner that complies with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and other applicable laws.