CNC Applications Engineer

Morris Midwest; Naperville (IL); On-site; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive starting salary

Comprehensive health benefits

401(k) with company contribution

Tuition reimbursement

Employee appreciation events

Job summary

A top regional distributor of CNC machine tools in Naperville, IL, is looking for a motivated Preventative Maintenance Technician. Ideal candidates will have at least 3 years of hands-on CNC experience and strong customer service skills. The role includes programming and setting up various CNC machines, conducting pre-sale evaluations, and maintaining technical knowledge of products. Comprehensive health benefits, vacation time, and 401(k) with employer contributions are offered.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience with CNC machines.
• Understanding of CAD/CAM software is vital.
• Experience on Swiss and Okuma controls is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Conduct pre-sale activities and customer evaluations.
• Program and set up CNC machines.
• Maintain technical knowledge of product lines.

Skills

CNC machine operation

Customer service

Interpersonal skills

Tools

MasterCam

Solidworks

Esprit

Job description

Overview

Join a USA Today Top Workplace! Morris Group, Inc., one of the largest machine tool distribution networks in North America, is a third generation, family owned and operated business that serves manufacturers of precision machined parts in the United States. Our mission is to help manufacturers maintain a competitive advantage in the world economy by improving productivity. Morris Midwest is a division of Morris Group, Inc., a regional distributor of CNC machine tools, tooling and accessories, and related engineering and support services. We are seeking a motivated Preventative Maintenance Technician willing to learn. This role will provide exciting opportunities to work for a multidimensional company in a fast-paced, growing industry.

Summary of Responsibility:

Our Applications Engineers bring expertise in the newest technology in machines, cutting tools, and programming software. We need your validated experience to bring innovative ideas to our customers. Morris is looking for the brightest machinists and programmers to offer the best training, problem solving, customer support and solutions that are unmatched by our competitors.

What You Will Contribute

• Conducting pre-sale activities and reviews including customer visits, evaluation of opportunities, machine assessment and recommendations, part processing recommendations and development of turnkey proposals
• Making accurate cost estimates, writing engineering reports, and interpreting plans and specifications
• Programming and setting up CNC lathes, CNC vertical or horizontal mills, and Swiss style lathes
• Developing/implementing custom demonstrations and training customers in the safe setup and operation of CNC machining centers, lathes, grinders, Swiss style lathes and/or multi-tasking machines
• Maintaining an in-depth technical knowledge of product lines represented by the company

Qualifications & Competencies

• Strong hands-on machining background with at least 3 years of experience with CNC machines
• Experience on Swiss and Okuma controls is a plus
• Proven solid understanding of CAD/CAM software is vital
• MasterCam, Esprit and Solidworks experience is a plus
• Excellent customer service and effective interpersonal skills required
• Frequent travel throughout our regional territory

Other Functions

• Perform related duties as required.

What’s in it for You

We take great pride in our employees and offer a variety of benefits that allow our employees to be successful inside and outside of work:

• Competitive starting salary
• Market competitive comprehensive health benefits including a zero premium medical plan offering, vision, dental, and company paid life insurance
• 3+ Weeks’ Vacation to Start
• 10 Company Paid Holidays
• 401(k) retirement plan with company contribution
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee appreciation events and perks
• Employee Assistance Program

Mental and physical requirements

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Must be highly mobile, able to access all areas of the premises.
• Ability to concentrate and remain focused while prioritizing multiple tasks, responsibilities, and projects.
• Ability to sit for prolonged period of times.
• Able to perform bending, twisting, stooping, reaching, and lifting of moderate to heavyweight material up to 50 lbs. with assistance from equipment or other employees.
• Ability to frequently use hands and arms.
• Vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.
• Ability to keep their composure with the public and co-workers in everyday, stressful situations.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

Job Posting#: 1583C, Naperville IL