Field Applications Engineer – Cutting Tool Solutions

AFC Industries; Newton (IA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Flexible spending account

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Job summary

AFC Industries is seeking a seasoned professional to deliver engineered cutting tool solutions on-site for manufacturers. You will troubleshoot machining issues, optimize tooling and parameters, and drive cost reductions through process improvements.

You will lead audits, collaborate with customer teams, and support new product launches with manufacturability reviews and tooling recommendations, all while aligning with ISO standards and best practices.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field or equivalent hands-on machining experience.
• Minimum 5 years of cutting tool application or machining experience.
• Experience supporting customers on the shop floor with CNC machining centers.
• Knowledge of ANSI/ISO/ASME standards and best practices.
• Strong problem-solving and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and close business opportunities by delivering engineered cutting tool solutions that improve machining performance, productivity, and cost efficiency.
• Provide on-site technical support at customer facilities, troubleshooting machining issues and optimizing tooling and parameters.
• Conduct detailed manufacturing line audits to identify productivity gains and cost savings.
• Lead Value Analysis / Value Engineering initiatives focused on cycle-time reduction and cost-per-part optimization.
• Support tooling trials, run-offs, and process validations for new and existing applications.
• Collaborate with customers’ teams to resolve tool performance, wear, and quality issues.
• Assist in APQP processes including manufacturability reviews and process capability optimization.
• Work with cutting tool manufacturers and vendors to resolve issues and drive improvements.
• Drive standardization and consolidation of tools and processes to reduce complexity and cost of ownership.
• Participate in customer reviews and provide technical insights tied to performance metrics.

Skills

Cutting tool application

Machining experience

CNC machining

Tool wear analysis

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Job description

AFC Industries is seeking a seasoned professional to deliver engineered cutting tool solutions on-site for manufacturers. You will troubleshoot machining issues, optimize tooling and parameters, and drive cost reductions through process improvements.

You will lead audits, collaborate with customer teams, and support new product launches with manufacturability reviews and tooling recommendations, all while aligning with ISO standards and best practices.