CNC & Process Improvement Engineer

Buffalo Pumps, Inc.; City of North Tonawanda (NY); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Buffalo Pumps, Inc. seeks a Manufacturing Engineer focused on CNC programming to eliminate waste and improve workflows in our in‑house machine shop. You will support Manufacturing and keep Quality and Engineering updated, incorporating feedback for future efficiency gains.

Responsibilities include overseeing initial program releases, troubleshooting, setting up documentation, and developing jigs/fixtures. Strong communication and team collaboration are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Systems, Industrial or similar engineering.
• Minimum 3 years experience in engineer‑to‑order manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Interact with Manufacturing personnel to oversee initial program releases, troubleshoot problems, and provide technical assistance during the manufacturing process to ensure CNC program/process reliability.
• Determine optimal manufacturing processing and perform MRP routing maintenance as well as setup documentation for each job.
• Develop / improve jigs and fixtures and implement new tooling for all machining operations.
• Participate in Quality MRB meetings to document rework routings and initiate corrective actions.
• Review and update work procedures as well as identify and implement process improvement initiatives to increase efficiency and drive cost savings.
• Propose capital expenditures that increase throughput while reducing costs.
• Proactively contribute to Buffalo Pumps’ Business Development initiatives.

Skills

CNC programming

Manufacturing processes

Project planning

Analytical skills

Communication

Detail oriented

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Systems, Industrial or similar engineering

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Buffalo Pumps, Inc. seeks a Manufacturing Engineer focused on CNC programming to eliminate waste and improve workflows in our in‑house machine shop. You will support Manufacturing and keep Quality and Engineering updated, incorporating feedback for future efficiency gains.

Responsibilities include overseeing initial program releases, troubleshooting, setting up documentation, and developing jigs/fixtures. Strong communication and team collaboration are essential.