Manufacturing Engineer III: Precision Machining Specialist

Sturm, Ruger & Co.; Hebron Estates (KY); Sur place; USD 60 000 - 90 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Sturm, Ruger & Co. is seeking a machining engineer to develop and optimize processes for barrels, slides, receivers, and precision parts. You will lead multi-spindle and multi-turret CNC lathe strategies, select tooling and cutting parameters, and drive tool-life studies to reduce costs.

You will also support CAM programming and machine setups with a strong emphasis on quality and efficiency. The role entails leading process capability activities (Cpk/Ppk), PFMEAs, control plans, and first

Responsabilités

• Develop and optimize machining processes for barrels, slides, receivers, and small precision parts, including routings, fixturing and work-holding.
• Lead machining strategy on multi-spindle and multi-turret CNC lathes: balance operations, sequence tools, and manage cycle times.
• Select tooling, inserts, and cutting parameters; run tool-life studies and collaborate with tooling vendors on trials and cost reductions.
• Write and validate CNC programs and process changes; support CAM programming and machine setups.
• Troubleshoot dimensional, surface-finish and tool-wear problems using root-cause methods (8D, 5 Why, fishbone).
• Lead process capability work (Cpk/Ppk), PFMEAs, control plans, and first article inspections.
• Support New Product Introduction (NPI): review designs for manufacturability (DFM) and specify equipment.
• Drive Lean and Six Sigma initiatives to reduce scrap, improve OEE, and cut cost per part.
• Write work instructions and setup sheets; train operators, setup techs, and leads.
• Mentor junior engineers and collaborate with Quality, Production and Maintenance.

Description du poste

Sturm, Ruger & Co. is seeking a machining engineer to develop and optimize processes for barrels, slides, receivers, and precision parts. You will lead multi-spindle and multi-turret CNC lathe strategies, select tooling and cutting parameters, and drive tool-life studies to reduce costs.

You will also support CAM programming and machine setups with a strong emphasis on quality and efficiency. The role entails leading process capability activities (Cpk/Ppk), PFMEAs, control plans, and first