Manufacturing Engineer (m/w/d) Metals - Gainesville (Georgia) U.S.A.

IMS Gear GmbH; Gainesville (GA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 82,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Paid vacation/holidays

Training and development opportunities

Employee recognition programs

Job summary

IMS Gear GmbH in Gainesville, GA seeks an experienced CNC turning technician to troubleshoot, maintain, and optimize turning equipment for high-volume production. You will set up machines for new products, analyze downtime and performance data, and drive improvements to quality, productivity, and OEE.

The role requires strong mechanical troubleshooting, basic electrical knowledge, and the ability to read precision measurement tools.

Qualifications

• 3+ years in high-volume manufacturing.
• Strong CNC turning experience.
• Mechanical troubleshooting skills.
• Basic electrical knowledge.
• Ability to read measurements with calipers, micrometers, and gauges.
• Experience improving machine performance and reducing downtime.
• Automotive manufacturing experience preferred.
• Associate degree, technical degree, or equivalent practical experience.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, maintain, and optimize CNC turning equipment.
• Set up machines for new products and production changes.
• Analyze downtime, scrap, and machine performance data.
• Support process improvements that increase quality, productivity, and OEE.
• Train operators on equipment, processes, and troubleshooting.
• Coordinate tooling, spare parts, and equipment readiness.
• Partner with production, quality, and maintenance teams to meet customer demands.

Skills

CNC turning

Manufacturing experience

Mechanical troubleshooting

Basic electrical knowledge

Measurement with calipers/micrometers

Downtime reduction

Automotive manufacturing experience

Education

Associate or technical degree

Job description

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, maintain, and optimize CNC turning equipment
• Set up machines for new products and production changes
• Analyze downtime, scrap, and machine performance data
• Support process improvements that increase quality, productivity, and OEE
• Train operators on equipment, processes, and troubleshooting
• Coordinate tooling, spare parts, and equipment readiness
• Partner with production, quality, and maintenance teams to meet customer demands

Qualifications

• 3+ years of manufacturing experience in a high-volume environment
• Strong CNC machining experience with a focus on turning operations
• Mechanical troubleshooting skills
• Basic electrical knowledge
• Ability to read measurements and use calipers, micrometers, and gauges
• Experience improving machine performance and reducing downtime
• Automotive manufacturing experience preferred
• Associate degree, technical degree, or equivalent practical experience

Benefits

• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package
• Paid vacation and company holidays
• Training and professional development opportunities
• Employee recognition programs and a supportive, appreciative workplace culture