CNC Applications Engineer

Morris Midwest; Rockford (IL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive starting salary

Comprehensive health benefits

401(k) retirement plan

Tuition reimbursement

Employee appreciation events

Paid vacation and holidays

Job summary

Morris Midwest is looking for a motivated Preventative Maintenance Technician to join their dynamic team in Rockford, Illinois. The role involves pre-sale activities, programming CNC machines, and providing customer training on machine operations. Applicants should have a strong machining background, especially with CNC technology.

The position offers competitive pay, comprehensive health benefits, and generous vacation time. Join a company dedicated to providing manufacturers with the tools they need to maintain a competitive edge!

Qualifications

• At least 3 years of experience with CNC machines.
• Experience on Swiss and Okuma controls is a plus.
• Excellent customer service and effective interpersonal skills required.
• Frequent travel throughout regional territory.

Responsibilities

• Conduct pre-sale activities and evaluations.
• Make accurate cost estimates and writing reports.
• Program and set up CNC lathes and mills.
• Implement training for customers on CNC operations.

Skills

Hands-on machining background

CNC machine experience

Customer service skills

Interpersonal skills

Tools

MasterCam

Solidworks

CAD/CAM software

Job description

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., one of the largest machine tool distribution networks in North America. It is 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 are bringing 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 set up 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.

The duties listed above are intended only as illustration of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar or a logical assignment to the position.

What’s in it for You:

• 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:

• 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 work responsibly and professionally in dynamic job sites that may involve tight timelines, changing priorities, and interaction with customers and team members.

Certain positions are designated as safety-sensitive due to the nature of the work performed. Employees in these roles may also be expected to:

• Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, crouch, climb, and reach for extended periods while servicing equipment.
• Ability to work in tight spaces or awkward positions, including accessing equipment interiors and elevated areas.
• Strong hand–eye coordination and fine motor skills required for precise electrical, mechanical, and diagnostic work.
• Ability to work in industrial environments, with exposure to noise, lubricants, coolants, metal chips, and other manufacturing conditions, while consistently wearing required personal protective equipment (PPE).

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#: 1577C, Rockford IL