CNC Production & Process Improvement Technician

Actalent; South Charleston (OH); On-site; USD 58,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match up to 4%

Tuition reimbursement after two years

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

Overtime opportunities

Attendance incentive pay

Job summary

Actalent is seeking a Production Engineering Technician (CNC) to support CNC programming, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement in a high-volume manufacturing setting. You will read engineering drawings, adjust fixtures, and analyze production data to drive efficiency on the shop floor.

The role involves collaboration with engineering and quality teams, implementing process changes, and contributing to tooling and cycle-time improvements in an automotive/manufacturing environment located

Qualifications

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Technology, Process Engineering, or related technical field preferred.
• CNC programming experience required.
• Experience in machining operations within a manufacturing environment.
• Experience with process improvement and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Understanding of manufacturing workflows and production processes.
• Ability to analyze production data and make process improvement recommendations.
• Familiarity with engineering drawings, blueprints, and technical specifications.
• Experience using quality inspection equipment including calipers and micrometers.
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Experience in automotive or high-volume manufacturing environments preferred.
• Aluminum die casting experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform CNC programming and program modifications to support production requirements.
• Troubleshoot machining processes and implement corrective actions.
• Adjust and repair machining fixtures to maintain production efficiency.
• Evaluate tooling performance and implement improvements to increase tool life and reduce costs.
• Investigate quality concerns and implement process countermeasures.
• Conduct cycle time studies and process improvement activities.
• Analyze production data and identify opportunities for efficiency improvements.
• Support manufacturing process development and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings and technical documentation.
• Utilize precision measuring instruments including calipers and micrometers.
• Create reports documenting improvement activities and project progress.
• Collaborate with production and engineering teams to improve workflow and manufacturing performance.
• Support production equipment adjustments related to process changes and operating conditions.
• Participate in engineering projects and manufacturing improvement initiatives.

Skills

CNC programming

Process improvement

Data analysis

Manufacturing workflows

Problem solving

Strong communication

Education

Industrial Eng / Manufacturing Tech degree

Tools

Calipers

Micrometers

Quality inspection tools

Job description

Actalent is seeking a Production Engineering Technician (CNC) to support CNC programming, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement in a high-volume manufacturing setting. You will read engineering drawings, adjust fixtures, and analyze production data to drive efficiency on the shop floor.

The role involves collaboration with engineering and quality teams, implementing process changes, and contributing to tooling and cycle-time improvements in an automotive/manufacturing environment located