Manufacturing Engineering Shop Technician

Fortifi Food Processing Solutions; Whitewater (WI); On-site; USD 48,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Relocation assistance

Education assistance

Pet insurance

Job summary

Provisur in Whitewater, WI is seeking Manufacturing Engineering Shop Technicians on the 1st shift (4/10 schedule: Mon-Thu, 5am-3pm) to support the machine shop, set up tooling, troubleshoot programs, and ensure smooth production readiness.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years in machining, proficiency with Mastercam, AutoCAD, and G-Code, and a hands-on, detail-oriented mindset. Relocation assistance is available for non-local candidates.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in machining, fabricating, welding, and metal finishing, including multi-axis CNC lathe and mill setup.
• Proficiency with Mastercam (Version 2020 or higher), AutoCAD, and G-Code programming preferred.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office Tools for documentation and communication.
• A passion for problem-solving, continuous learning, and applying hands-on technical skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide hands-on support to machinists by troubleshooting program issues, selecting appropriate tools, and ensuring machines are fully prepared for production.
• Train and mentor operators on machine operation, process workflows, and best practices to enhance efficiency and precision.
• Prepare machining equipment by configuring tooling, securing workpieces, and verifying pre-operation readiness to minimize downtime.
• Improve machining changeover processes by standardizing procedures, reducing transition times, and minimizing rework and material waste.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives by identifying optimization opportunities, refining machining techniques, and enhancing overall production performance.
• Maintain and manage tooling inventory, proper storage, and precise documentation to support high-quality and efficient production operations.

Skills

Machining

CNC setup

Problem-solving

Tools

Mastercam

AutoCAD

G-code

MS Office

Job description

Provisur is an industry leader that pushes the boundaries of ingenuity, bringing precision-engineered food processing equipment, aftermarket parts and service to customers around the world. We specialize in defrosting, grinding, mixing, separating, forming, and slicing equipment, offering leading brands and solutions across diverse applications. Our company culture is built on collaboration, continuous improvement, and a commitment to excellence. We take pride in empowering our employees, offering opportunities for professional growth, and creating an environment where everyone plays a role in our shared success. Join us and be part of an innovative, forward-thinking global team that is shaping the future of food processing. Learn more by exploring our videos at jobs.jobvite.com/provisur!

Our Manufacturing Engineering Shop Technicians support the machine shop and machinists through optimizing setup and changeover processes, ensuring production efficiency, quality control, and collaboration with team members.

Position is 1st shift and follows a 4/10 schedule: Monday - Thursday, 5am to 3pm.

What You’ll Do:

• Provide hands-on support to machinists by troubleshooting program issues, selecting appropriate tools, and ensuring machines are fully prepared for production.
• Train and mentor operators on machine operation, process workflows, and best practices to enhance efficiency and precision.
• Prepare machining equipment by configuring tooling, securing workpieces, and verifying pre-operation readiness to minimize downtime.
• Improve machining changeover processes by standardizing procedures, reducing transition times, and minimizing rework and material waste.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives by identifying optimization opportunities, refining machining techniques, and enhancing overall production performance.
• Maintain and manage tooling inventory, proper storage, and precise documentation to support high-quality and efficient production operations.

What You Won’t Do:

• Feel like a number - we value respect, teamwork, and collaboration at every level.
• Suffer from boredom - you’re always doing and learning new things, with a variety of clients and coworkers around the world.
• Max out - you’ll grow and advance as quickly as your skills and desires allow.

Who You Are:

• A tinkerer who loves to uncover how things work and troubleshoot until they find a solution.
• A problem-solver who thinks quickly on their feet without losing sight of important details.
• A lifelong learner with a passion for advancing your career and raising your hand when opportunities arise.

What You’ll Need:

• 5+ years of experience in machining, fabricating, welding, and metal finishing, including multi-axis CNC lathe and mill setup.
• Proficiency with Mastercam (Version 2020 or higher), AutoCAD, and G-Code programming preferred.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office Tools for documentation and communication.
• A passion for problem-solving, continuous learning, and applying hands-on technical skills.

What You’ll Enjoy:

• Healthy work/life balance on a team that collaborates well and truly enjoys working together
• Environment where we promote from within, cross-train and provide ongoing skill development
• Robust benefits package including great health insurance, holiday pay, employee referral bonuses, and even pet insurance!
• Safe, clean, air-conditioned facility
• Retirement savings (401k) opportunities
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Continuing education assistance
• A company dedicated to the local community that gives back through charitable contributions

Pay Range: The compensation range below reflects a good faith estimate of starting base pay for full-time employment at the time of posting. The pay range may be higher or lower based on geographic location, and individual pay will vary based on demonstrated job related skills, knowledge, experience, education, and certifications.

$35 - $40 per hour.

Relocation assistance available for non-local candidates.