Mill Engineering Technician

Precision Medical Technologies, Inc.; North Manchester (IN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Precision Medical Technologies, Inc. is seeking an Engineering Technician – CNC Support in North Manchester, IN to bridge CNC setup and programming. The role involves setting up complex jobs, testing and editing programs, troubleshooting, and collaborating with Engineering and Quality to improve processes.

You will read blueprints, GD&T, and 3D models, create setup documents, and support cross‑functional teams to ensure quality and throughput in a manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required; technical certificate or associate degree preferred.
• 3+ years of CNC machining experience with complex setups and troubleshooting.
• Familiarity with G-code programming and editing.
• Strong blueprint reading and GD&T understanding.
• Hands-on setup documentation and work instruction development is a plus.
• Effective communication and ability to work independently or in a team.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate CNC machines for complex jobs with tight tolerances.
• Assist CNC Programmers with testing and validating new or revised programs.
• Perform minor edits to G-code programs under supervision.
• Create new CNC programs, setup sheets, and IP inspection sheets with Engineering/Quality.
• Support engineering in identifying and resolving machining issues.
• Participate in CNC process validations, prove-outs, and first article inspections.
• Maintain records of setups, tooling configurations, and process parameters.
• Recommend process improvements on cycle time, tooling, and setup efficiency.
• Serve as a technical resource for CNC setup operators on tooling and part interpretation.
• Read and interpret blueprints, GD&T, and 3D models; collaborate across teams.

Skills

CNC machining

G-code programming

Blueprint reading

GD&T

Troubleshooting

Documentation

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Technical certificate or associate degree in machining

Tools

Mastercam

Partmaker

Epicor

CAM programming experience

Job description

Job Details: Job Location: North Manchester, IN 46962, POSITION SUMMARY:

The Engineering Technician – CNC Support plays a critical role in bridging the gap between CNC setup operations and CNC programming. This hands‑on position supports production by setting up complex machining jobs, assisting with program edits, troubleshooting production issues, and supporting continuous improvement initiatives in partnership with manufacturing engineers and CNC programmers

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (essential functions of position):

• Set up and operate CNC machines for complex jobs requiring tight tolerances and precision.
• Assist CNC Programmers with testing and validating new or revised programs before release to production.
• Perform minor edits to G-code programs under supervision or based on established standards.
• Create new CNC programs, setup sheets, and in-process (IP) inspection sheets in collaboration with Engineering and Quality teams.
• Support Engineering and Programming in identifying and resolving machining issues (tooling, fixturing, cycle times, etc.).
• Participate in CNC process validations, prove‑outs, and first article inspections.
• Maintain detailed records of setups, tooling configurations, and process parameters.
• Recommend process improvements related to cycle time reduction, tool life, and setup efficiency.
• Act as a technical resource for CNC setup operators on tooling, fixturing, and part interpretation.
• Read and interpret blueprints, GD&T, and 3D models (where applicable).
• Collaborate cross‑functionally with Quality, Engineering, and Production teams.

Qualifications: ESSENTIAL EDUCATION, SKILLS, EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School Diploma or GED required; Technical certificate or associate degree in machining, manufacturing technology, or related field preferred.
• 3+ years of CNC machining experience, including complex setups and production troubleshooting.
• Familiarity with G-code programming and editing.
• Strong understanding of blueprint reading and GD&T.
• Hands‑on experience with setup documentation and work instruction development is a plus.
• Effective communication skills and ability to work independently or in a team environment.
• Proficiency with inspection equipment such as micrometers, calipers, and height gauges.

NONESSENTIAL SKILLS, EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS (not necessary but preferred):

• Master Cam experience
• Partmaker Experience
• Epicor experience
• CAM Programming experience

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK CONDITIONS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Must be able to work in a manufacturing environment.
• Eyesight and hearing must be correctable to standard level.
• Regularly required to sit for extended periods of time; frequently required to stand, walk and use business equipment daily such as P.C., copier, fax, telephone, etc.; occasionally required to reach overhead, bend, and lift objects of up to 40 lbs.