CNC Technician I: Drive Quality, Solve Machining Challenges

nVent; Solon (IA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

nVent is seeking a Manufacturing Technician I in the United States. You will lead CNC or Caddy programming improvements, conduct tooling trials, and troubleshoot equipment to support on-time delivery and quality. This role interfaces with Maintenance, Engineering, and Lean groups to drive process improvements.

You will analyze engineering drawings, maintenance orders, and manuals, perform basic preventative maintenance, and assist with documentation and work instructions for CNC/Caddy equipment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; technical or trade school preferred.
• 1-2 years direct CNC machining setup experience.
• Good organizational skills with strong attention to detail.
• GD&T, 3D modeling, and CAD proficiency is a plus.
• Computer skills with Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook.

Responsibilities

• Generate solutions for machining quality issues reported by machine operators.
• Recommend improvements for tool life and cycle times in existing CNC or Caddy programs.
• Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic issues with maintenance personnel to ensure customer delivery.
• Perform mechanical re-alignments of CNC or Caddy equipment and work independently.
• Assist in creating manufacturing documentation and work instructions for new and existing CNC or Caddy equipment.
• Support Manufacturing Engineering with process, equipment, and tooling improvements.
• Communicate effectively with Maintenance, Engineering, Supervisors, and outside vendors regarding projects and equipment repair problems.
• Help relocate and install large machinery.
• Understand engineering drawings, schematics, maintenance work orders, or manufacturers’ manuals.
• Handle various assignments and changing priorities.
• Perform basic preventative maintenance on industrial machinery.
• Use basic hand and power tools, machine tools, and precision measuring equipment.

Skills

CNC machining setup

GD&T

3D modeling

CAD

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

nVent is seeking a Manufacturing Technician I in the United States. You will lead CNC or Caddy programming improvements, conduct tooling trials, and troubleshoot equipment to support on-time delivery and quality. This role interfaces with Maintenance, Engineering, and Lean groups to drive process improvements.

You will analyze engineering drawings, maintenance orders, and manuals, perform basic preventative maintenance, and assist with documentation and work instructions for CNC/Caddy equipment.