Manufacturing 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

Description

Job Summary

This position will be focused on eliminating waste in our manufacturing processes and applying innovative systems to improve workflows thorough our in-house machine shop. As a member of the Methods group, this role will provide CNC programming support to the Manufacturing department while keeping Quality and Engineering updated on any status changes as well as integrating their feedback into future efficiency improvements.

Essential Duties and 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.

Requirements

Education/Experience

• 4 yr. bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Systems, Industrial or a similar engineering discipline preferred.
• 3 years minimum experience within an engineer-to-order manufacturing environment.

Job Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Excellent and active verbal and written communication skills.
• Highly effective planning, organizational, and project execution skills
• High attention to detail and precision.
• Strong drive for improvement, initiative and closure
• Highly team oriented.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and guidance.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office products to organize and communicate.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

The above duties and responsibilities designated as essential job functions are subject to reasonable accommodation. The job description is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements. Employees may be asked to perform other job-related functions that are not listed above.

The above duties and responsibilities designated as essential job functions are subject to reasonable accommodation. The job description is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements. Employees may be asked to perform other job-related functions that are not listed above.