CNC Manufacturing Engineer: Hands-On Process Optimizer

Zoom Hire Solutions; Mequon (WI); On-site; USD 75,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Zoom Hire Solutions in Mequon, WI is seeking an experienced CNC Manufacturing Engineer with hands-on machining expertise and a passion for manufacturing engineering and continuous improvement.

You will work closely with Operations, Quality, Design Engineering, machinists, and shop-floor teams to solve complex manufacturing challenges, drive productivity, improve quality, reduce scrap, and shorten cycle times, strengthening overall process capability.

Qualifications

• 5–7 years of hands-on CNC machining experience.
• Proficiency with CAM software, G-code, and machine simulation.
• Strong knowledge of engineering drawings, GD&T, and CMM programming.
• Track record of improving machining productivity, quality, and process capability.
• Experience mentoring CNC programmers and machinists.
• Lean manufacturing and continuous improvement familiarity.

Responsibilities

• Develop, optimize, and standardize CNC machining processes using CAM software and G-code.
• Drive continuous improvements in productivity, quality, scrap reduction, cycle time, and process capability.
• Lead root-cause investigations and implement corrective actions related to machining, tooling, and processes.
• Partner with Design Engineering on DFM reviews and NPI initiatives.
• Develop and maintain setup docs, tool paths, work instructions, and standard machining processes.
• Provide hands-on support during process launches and troubleshooting.
• Evaluate and implement tooling, automation, robotics, and advanced manufacturing technologies.
• Support GR&R studies, capability analysis, and first-article inspections.
• Identify opportunities for lights-out machining and increased automation.
• Mentor machinists and technicians; promote standard work and best practices.
• Collaborate cross-functionally to translate challenges into practical manufacturing solutions.

Skills

CNC machining experience

CAM software

G-code

Engineering drawings & GD&T

CMM programming

Lean manufacturing / 5S

root-cause analysis

cross-functional collaboration

Tools

Machine simulation tools

Job description

Zoom Hire Solutions in Mequon, WI is seeking an experienced CNC Manufacturing Engineer with hands-on machining expertise and a passion for manufacturing engineering and continuous improvement.

You will work closely with Operations, Quality, Design Engineering, machinists, and shop-floor teams to solve complex manufacturing challenges, drive productivity, improve quality, reduce scrap, and shorten cycle times, strengthening overall process capability.