Manufacturing Engineer - Precision Machining & Automation

Hayes Performance Systems; Mequon, Northern (WI, KY); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401(k) with match

Paid vacation

Holidays

Employee events

Growth opportunities

Team environment

Job summary

Hayes Performance Systems in Mequon, WI is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer – Machining to own and optimize our precision machining operations. You will apply hands-on CNC expertise, CAM programming, and process improvement to boost productivity, reduce scrap, and improve part quality in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment.

You'll collaborate with Operations, Quality and Design Engineering, lead root-cause investigations, and mentor machinists to drive standard work, setup documentation, and

Qualifications

• Hands-on CNC machining and setup
• Proficiency with CAM software and G-code
• Strong blueprint reading, GD&T, and CMM programming
• Experience improving machining productivity and quality
• Experience mentoring machinists in manufacturing environment
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work cross-functionally and translate challenges into practical solutions
• Familiarity with Lean, 5S, and continuous improvement

Responsibilities

• Own CNC machining processes from setup to production and optimization.
• Develop, optimize, and standardize CNC processes using CAM and G-code.
• Lead root cause investigations and implement corrective actions.
• Collaborate with Design Engineering on DFM reviews and launches.
• Develop setup documentation, tool paths, and work instructions.
• Provide hands-on support for process launches and troubleshooting.
• Evaluate tooling, automation, and robotics for performance gains.
• Support GR&R studies and process validation activities.
• Identify opportunities for lights-out machining and automation.
• Mentor machinists to promote best practices across machining operations

Skills

CNC machining

CAM software

G-code

Blueprint reading

GD&T

CMM programming

Lean manufacturing

5S

Cross-functional collaboration

Tools

CAM software

Machine simulation tools

Job description

Hayes Performance Systems in Mequon, WI is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer – Machining to own and optimize our precision machining operations. You will apply hands-on CNC expertise, CAM programming, and process improvement to boost productivity, reduce scrap, and improve part quality in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment.

You'll collaborate with Operations, Quality and Design Engineering, lead root-cause investigations, and mentor machinists to drive standard work, setup documentation, and