Machinist - Applications Engineer

Company: Productivity Inc
Location: Cedar Rapids
Posted on: September 1, 2024

Job Description:

Applications EngineerProductivity, Inc. is a successful and growing CNC machine tool sales and service company with locations in the Midwest and Western states. We are looking for a talented manufacturing professional who will provide technical support and expertise to our manufacturing customers through process assistance, training, turnkey projects, and knowledgeable solution-selling assistance to our machine tool sales representatives.Competitive compensation package that recognizes your knowledge and experienceExcellent Health, dental, & vision insurance - Eligible Day-1 of employmentFSA - Flexible Spending AccountEmployee Assistance Program401k plan with a matchGenerous paid time offPaid Parental LeaveResponsibilitiesProvide technical assistance to customers; programming, tooling, fixturing, communication or data exchange.Support the Machine Tool sales team with solution selling assistance, i.e. time studies, process plans, machine demonstrations, and other pre-sales support.Program and set up CNC lathes, CNC vertical or horizontal mills, and Swiss-style lathes.Make accurate cost estimates, develop engineering processes, and interpret plans and specifications.Prepare technical materials; time studies, tool lists, tooling & workholding layouts, process plans, layout sketches, presentation materials and proposals.Conduct on-site training; operator training or basic/advanced programming of CNC machining centers, lathes, grinders, Swiss-style lathes and/ or multi-tasking machines.Prepare for and participate in trade and promotional shows; write programs, order tooling and materials, set up jobs, demonstrate and answers questions.Maintain an in-depth technical knowledge of product lines represented by the company. Other miscellaneous duties and responsibilities as required. Requirements Minimum of five years CNC programming, set-up, and operation of CNC machines.Experience in multi-axis machining: Swiss style machining, multi-tasking lathes, 5-axis milling.Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. Ability to interact professionally with customers, operators, machinists, technical support, and management.Ability to read and write G and M code programs manually.Knowledge of CAD/CAM programming.Knowledge of PLC Ladder logic programming a plus.Excellent problem-solving skills and troubleshooting skills for complex problems. Knowledge in tooling for selecting and applying the appropriate tool engagements along with proper speeds and feeds from a print to part.Ability to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented work environment. Ability to collaborate and assist team members.Valid driver's license. Clean driving record.EEO/AAIND123 PId2633f2d4c48-25660-34729869

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