Manufacturing Methods Engineer — CNC & Swiss Turning

CCT Manufacturing Solutions; Auburn (IN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Paid time off

Education assistance

On-the-job training

Job summary

CCT Enterprises in Auburn, Indiana is seeking a Manufacturing Methods Engineer—CNC & Swiss Turning to transform complex prints into stable, repeatable production. You will design tooling, fixturing, and CNC code, and launch new parts on the floor.

You’ll optimize processes, train operators, and collaborate with Quality and Production to sustain capability. Experience with Mastercam or ABILE and SolidWorks is preferred; automation exposure a plus.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in CNC manufacturing environments.
• Depth in turning, Swiss machining, and/or milling.
• Programming tools: Mastercam and/or ABILE preferred.
• CAD: 2D and 3D experience; VISI and/or SolidWorks is a plus.
• Strong grasp of feeds/speeds, tooling selection, workholding, and process design.
• Quality literacy: APQP, PPAP, ISO, CAR, SPC.
• Analytical, detail-oriented, and systematic in approach.
• Bonus: exposure to automation or robotic manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Own new part introductions: strategy, tooling, fixturing, CNC code, setup, and production launch.
• Program and set up CNC lathes, Swiss turning machines, and milling centers.
• Root-cause and resolve dimensional, surface finish, and tool-life issues on active jobs.
• Optimize existing processes to improve throughput, quality, and consistency while reducing cost.
• Create and update process documentation and step-by-step work instructions.
• Train operators and setup technicians on both new and revised methods.
• Evaluate manufacturability and cycle times to support accurate quoting for incoming work.
• Partner with Quality and Production to stabilize processes and sustain capability.
• Identify opportunities for automation and continuous improvement across the cell.

Skills

CNC programming

Swiss turning

Milling

Feeds and speeds

Tooling selection

Quality literacy

Tools

Mastercam

ABILE

VISI

SolidWorks

Job description

Ready to Reimagine Machining?Do you see a drawing and instantly map out the tools, workholding, code, and checks needed to make it run flawlessly—again and again? Join CCT Enterprises as our Manufacturing Methods Engineer — CNC & Swiss Turning and turn that instinct into stable, scalable production.Let’s Start With a Few QuestionsCan you transform complex prints and tight tolerances into clean, efficient CNC programs?Do you enjoy proving out on the floor—tuning feeds, speeds, and toolpaths—until the cycle just sings?Are you comfortable writing work instructions, training operators, and locking in repeatable setups?Do you thrive in a fast-moving environment where priorities shift and problem-solving is the norm?Are you eager to fold in automation and AI-assisted tools to boost programming speed and consistency?What You’ll TackleOwn new part introductions: strategy, tooling, fixturing, CNC code, setup, and production launch.Program and set up CNC lathes, Swiss turning machines, and milling centers.Root-cause and resolve dimensional, surface finish, and tool-life issues on active jobs.Optimize existing processes to improve throughput, quality, and consistency while reducing cost.Create and update process documentation and step-by-step work instructions.Train operators and setup technicians on both new and revised methods.Evaluate manufacturability and cycle times to support accurate quoting for incoming work.Partner with Quality and Production to stabilize processes and sustain capability.Identify opportunities for automation and continuous improvement across the cell.What You Bring5+ years in CNC manufacturing environments.Depth in turning, Swiss machining, and/or milling, with proven CNC setup and programming skills.Programming tools: Mastercam and/or ABILE preferred.CAD: 2D and 3D experience; VISI and/or SolidWorks is a plus.Strong grasp of machining science—feeds/speeds, tooling selection, workholding, and process design.Understanding of materials, cost drivers, and high-efficiency precision manufacturing methods.Quality literacy: APQP, PPAP, ISO, CAR, SPC.Analytical, detail-oriented, and systematic in approach.Bonus: exposure to automation or robotic manufacturing.How We WorkWe value ownership, initiative, and teamwork across Machining, Quality, Production, Sales, and leadership.We follow disciplined systems while staying agile in a growing environment.We develop people through hands-on collaboration and clear documentation.Rewards & SupportMedical, dental, and vision insurance401(k)Paid time offEducation assistance / tuition reimbursementOn-the-job training and professional developmentBenefits begin after 60 days of employmentWhere & WhenFull-Time – First ShiftOn-Site in Auburn, IndianaCompensationCompensation is based on experience, technical capabilities, and qualifications.Baseline ProficiencyCNC ProgrammingMastercamPrimary Tech You’ll UseMastercam