Process Engineer

Celebrating over 50 years of excellence, Precise Tool & Manufacturing Inc. is a family-owned, Rochester-based leader in advanced CNC machining and custom manufacturing. Our 280,000 sq. ft. facility houses over 160 state-of-the-art CNC machines. With 50 high-speed 4-axis horizontal machines, we deliver exceptional efficiency and accuracy for intricate, multi-sided machining, allowing us to meet the most demanding production requirements with speed and precision.  We are a trusted supplier across industries such as aerospace, defense, medical, energy, and power generation, recognized for our dedication to quality, safety, and innovation.

At Precise Tool, we foster a collaborative work environment where employees are valued and supported. We offer competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for professional development. Join our team and be part of a company that combines cutting-edge technology with a commitment to excellence and employee success. 

JOB SUMMARY

Under the direct supervision of the Engineering Manager, the Process Engineer is responsible for performing a variety of manufacturing processes and engineering functions.    

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: 

• Write manufacturing processes and enter in Epicor software. Work with the engineering group on machine processes and tooling.
• Interface with department supervisors and machinists on a regular basis.
• Utilize customer supplied CAD files when available to process manufacturing plan.
• Utilize CAD to create work holding and fixturing layouts.
• Interface with CNC programmers.
• Notify Tool Crib of upcoming jobs.
• Develop queuing system for kits ready to set up.
• Verify tooling is available for jobs and ensure back-ups are available.
• Coordinate all projects as they progress through the shop.
• Monitor profitability as jobs are running.
• Expedite any materials and components for jobs to ensure jobs stay on schedule.
• Complete routing for customer jobs.
• Work with engineering group and manufacturing to develop tooling and fixturing concepts for all new work.
• Update all processes during and after production.
• Work with manufacturing to ensure processes are being followed, and to incorporate time saving methods when suggested.
• Investigate and provide disposition on discrepant/quality issues for jobs assigned.
• Review assigned jobs with department manager at hand-off and when ready to move to the floor.
• Promote and support the requirements and principles of the Precise Quality Management System and AS9100.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILS, AND ABILITIES 

• With a quality work ethic, functions as a member of a customer-driven quality team whose goal is to ensure that product quality requirements established by the customer have been achieved.
• Holds oneself accountable for doing whatever is needed to meet the commitments made around project outcomes.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to work well under pressure, to adhere to deadlines and the ability to be flexible.
• Familiarity with all aspects of manufacturing including material specifications, turning, milling, heat treat, welding, plating and painting.
• Attention to detail.
• Customer focus.
• Analytical and reasoning skills.
• Proficiency with 3-D modeling software packages, Autodesk Inventor.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Windows.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE 

• High School Diploma or equivalent required
• College degree preferred, but not required 
• 10 years of machining or manufacturing experience required 
• Three years of job processing experience required 

JOB BENEFITS

• Vacation
• Sick Days
• Paid Holidays
• Health Insurance, one plan is 100% employer paid
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance, also 100% employer paid 
• 401(k) Plan

According to the New York Pay Transparency law, pay range for this job is $ $43.00 / hour. The actual compensation will be determined based on experience and other factors permitted by law.

Precise Tool & Manufacturing Inc. is a Drug-Free Workplace. Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a pre-employment drug screen.

ITAR Restricted: This position is restricted to US Citizens, Permanent Residents or Green Card Holders

EOE/AA Race/Color/Sex/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Veteran

Precise Tool & Manufacturing Inc. is committed to providing a work environment that is free from unlawful discrimination and harassment in any form and will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities unless doing so would result in an undue hardship. If you are interested in applying for employment and feel you need a reasonable accommodation pursuant to the ADA, you are encouraged to contact Human Resources at Ext. 203.