Manufacturing Engineer

Tata Technologies; Kalamazoo (MI); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Tata Technologies in Kalamazoo, MI is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer specialized in barrel machining to support daily production and drive process improvements. You will program Mazatrol, optimize CNC workflows on mills, lathes, and Mill-Turn equipment, and maintain documentation and work instructions.

This onsite role offers hands-on involvement in a high-mix manufacturing environment. Collaborate with production, quality, and maintenance to boost uptime, throughput and implement preventive

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or related discipline.
• Experience supporting CNC machining operations (Mills, Lathes, Mill-Turn).
• Familiarity with Mazatrol programming and machining process optimization.
• Experience updating manufacturing documentation, tooling prints, and controlled drawings.
• Familiarity with Solumina MES or similar MES systems.
• Experience with Enovia PLM or comparable PLM systems.
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, setup reduction, and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and optimize Mazatrol programs for barrel machining operations.
• Support machining processes involving Mills, Lathes, and Mill-Turn equipment.
• Update tooling drawings, manufacturing prints, and process documentation.
• Manage and revise Solumina work instructions, routings, and manufacturing process documentation.
• Identify and implement changeover reduction initiatives to improve uptime and efficiency.
• Establish and support a comprehensive PM program for equipment and tooling.
• Collaborate with Production, Quality, and Maintenance to resolve issues and improve performance.
• Support engineering changes and ensure production-ready documentation.
• Standardize manufacturing methods to improve repeatability and training.

Skills

Mazatrol programming

CNC machining

Mills/Lathes/Mill-Turn

Lean manufacturing

Documentation

Problem solving

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing/Mechanical/Industrial Engineering

Tools

Solumina MES

Enovia PLM

Job description

At Tata Technologies, we make product development dreams a reality by designing, engineering, and validating the products of tomorrow for the world's leading manufacturers. With deep expertise across Manufacturing Engineering, Product Development, and Industrial Engineering, we help our customers improve operational excellence, accelerate innovation, and drive manufacturing performance.

Job Title: Manufacturing Engineer - Barrel Machining (Onsite)

Duration: Full Time

Due to continued growth, we are seeking a Manufacturing Engineer - Barrel Machining to support production operations in Kalamazoo, MI. This role is ideal for a hands-on manufacturing professional with strong machining expertise, Mazatrol programming experience, and a passion for continuous improvement.

Role Overview:

The Manufacturing Engineer will provide day-to-day production support for barrel machining operations while driving improvements in process efficiency, equipment utilization, documentation accuracy, and manufacturing capacity. The position involves Mazatrol programming, process optimization, tooling updates, changeover reduction initiatives, and preventive maintenance program development in a high-mix manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop, maintain, and optimize Mazatrol programs for barrel machining operations.
• Support machining processes involving Mills, Lathes, and Mill-Turn equipment.
• Update and maintain tooling drawings, manufacturing prints, and process documentation to support production requirements.
• Manage and revise Solumina work instructions, routings, and manufacturing process documentation.
• Identify and implement changeover reduction initiatives to improve machine uptime, throughput, and manufacturing efficiency.
• Establish and support a comprehensive Preventive Maintenance (PM) program for manufacturing equipment and tooling.
• Collaborate with Production, Quality, and Maintenance teams to resolve process issues and improve operational performance.
• Support engineering changes and ensure manufacturing documentation remains accurate and production-ready.
• Standardize manufacturing methods to improve process repeatability, reduce variation, and support operator training.
• Troubleshoot machining and process-related issues to support uninterrupted production.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or related discipline. Equivalent experience will be considered.
• Experience supporting CNC machining operations, including Mills, Lathes, and Mill-Turn equipment.
• Working knowledge of Mazatrol programming and machining process optimization.
• Experience updating manufacturing documentation, tooling prints, and controlled drawings.
• Familiarity with Solumina or similar Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES).
• Experience with Enovia PLM or comparable Product Lifecycle Management systems.
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, setup reduction, and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Strong problem-solving, communication, and cross-functional collaboration skills.
• Ability to work independently within a fast-paced production environment.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience supporting aerospace, defense, industrial manufacturing, or precision machining environments.
• Knowledge of preventive maintenance program development and implementation.
• Experience driving productivity, quality, and cycle-time improvement initiatives.
• Familiarity with GD&T and machining process capability improvements.
• Mazatrol Programming
• CNC Machining
• Mill, Lathe & Mill-Turn Operations
• Manufacturing Process Engineering
• Solumina MES
• Tooling & Fixture Development
• Process Documentation & Work Instructions
• Lean Manufacturing
• Changeover Reduction (SMED)
• Preventive Maintenance Programs
• Production Support

Why Join Tata Technologies?

• Work with world-class manufacturing and engineering teams.
• Contribute to innovative manufacturing solutions for leading global customers.
• Gain exposure to advanced machining technologies and production optimization initiatives.
• Be part of a collaborative environment focused on engineering excellence and continuous improvement.