Senior Manufacturing Engineer - Machining, Sheet Metal, and Tool Design#25-75804 $43.87-$48.57 per hour Waterloo, IA All On-site Job Description Senior Manufacturing Engineer - Machining, Sheet Metal, and Tool DesignMajor PurposePlans, coordinates, and performs manufacturing engineering work for a project or process. Operates and may act as lead person in a team environment within either the enterprise product delivery process or the enterprise order fulfillment process. At this level, projects are of broad scope and responsibility or a significant portion of a major and diverse project or process requiring great depth of engineering knowledge; decisions are made within established guidelines and may be reviewed by supervisors and/or managers. May assign, coordinate and review portions of the work for support personnel, contractors, suppliers and other engineers. Provides technical consultation and a knowledge base, is recognized as an expert within, or outside, a unit for a specific process, function or product line. This level may have supervisory responsibility for up to three employees within a technical discipline.Major Duties? Contribute to the analysis of information and the specification of the methods and process steps, as well as the plant, machinery, and equipment, required to design and continuously improve manufacturing or materials processes and process systems to deliver the end product within specified cost and quality parameters.? Contribute to the design of engineering solutions; design the feasibility testing approach and supervise its implementation to support the development and validation of engineering solutions.? Contribute to the analysis of information, the drafting of engineering standards and specifications, and the evaluation of the effectiveness of those standards within own engineering discipline to inform engineering work in the organization and/or of its suppliers, contractors, and consultants.? Carry out inspections to evaluate the quality of engineering works and/or the integrity of existing installations or structures, and specify the remedial works needed to ensure conformance with specifications and regulatory requirements.? Deliver required outcomes by managing day-to-day relationships with contract service providers while working within an established contract management plan.? Identify shortcomings in existing processes, systems, and procedures, and use established change management programs to address them.? Help others get the most out of knowledge management systems by offering support and advice.? Carry out a range of product development and engineering activities. Use established systems to analyze customer needs and define and deliver products.? Work within an established project management plan to achieve specific goals.? Develop own capabilities by participating in assessment and development planning activities as well as formal and informal training and coaching; gain or maintain external professional accreditation, where relevant, to improve performance and fulfill personal potential. Maintain an understanding of relevant technology, external regulation, and industry best practices through ongoing education, attending conferences, and reading specialist media.Skills, Abilities, Knowledge? Works without supervision and provides technical guidance when required on how to get results using new and advanced engineering technologies. ? Works without supervision and provides technical guidance as needed on executing engineering designs using the appropriate methods, tools, processes and software. ? Works without supervision and provides technical guidance as needed on achieving engineering development targets using appropriate methods, tools, processes and software. ? Works without supervision and provides technical guidance when required on analyzing the business requirements that IT solutions must meet. ? Works without supervision and provides technical guidance when required on producing technical engineering specifications and related materials. ? Works without supervision and provides technical guidance when required on testing, evaluating and improving engineering outcomes. ? Works without supervision and provides technical guidance when required on sequencing and scheduling tasks into a project plan. ? Supervises the construction of assigned properties according to instructions without supervision and provides technical guidance as needed. ? Works without supervision and provides technical guidance when required on costing, budgeting and finance tasks. ? Builds engineering solutions without supervision and provides technical guidance on these solutions as needed. ? Works without supervision and provides technical guidance when required on implementing engineering designs, evaluating outcomes and then making improvements as needed. ? Works without supervision and provides technical guidance when required on identifying and diagnosing operational problems, then developing engineering solutions to resolve those issues. ? Manages and applies safe systems of work without supervision and provides technical guidance when required. ? Negotiates without supervision and provides technical guidance when required on how to help the organization by obtaining consensus between two or more internal or external parties who may have different interests. ? Works without supervision and provides technical guidance when required on interpreting and applying knowledge of laws, regulations and policies in area of expertise. ? Works without supervision and provides technical guidance when required on reviewing and creating relevant, lucid and effective reports. ? Identifies, assesses, prioritizes and manages risks without supervision and provides technical guidance when required. Education? Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent Level Position Title: Tool Room Master Coordinator Scheduler Planner Specific Position Requirements: Job Title: Tool Room Master Coordinator Scheduler Planner Work Details: Max bill rate: ***/hour 1st shift, flexible start time (6-8 AM); must be consistent and work a full 8-hour day. Overtime: Dependent on production levels. Onsite only (no remote). Business casual dress code. Interview preference: Onsite; Teams interview may be considered. Physical Requirements: ~50% time spent on feet within the factory. Will drive a *** Gator inside the factory (after safety training is completed). May use personal vehicle for traveling to other Waterloo facilities. Key Skills & Experience Required: 2-4+ years manufacturing experience (particularly in metal CNC turning, milling, and grind operations) 2-4+ years experience in blueprint/model interpretation for manufacturing processes Knowledge of materials, heat treatment, and surface finishes/coatings for tools, fixtures, special machines Hands-on CNC machine programming experience Strong proficiency in: MS Outlook MS Excel MS Word MS PowerPoint Other Notes: See attachment for detailed duties/requirements. Fully onsite; candidate must be comfortable with factory environment and occasional intra-facility travel. EEO: Mindlance is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate in employment on the basis of - Minority/Gender/Disability/Religion/LGBTQI/Age/Veterans.
See More Details >>Job Summary A precision machining company in Independence, IA, is seeking a full-time Finishing/Wet Spray Operations Technician. This role involves mixing and applying coatings, interpreting specifications, and ensuring quality checks. About the Role • Mixing and applying coatings to meet specifications • Interpreting technical documents and blueprints • Performing quality checks on finished products Requirements • High school diploma or equivalent required • Eager to learn and take on new challenges Benefits • Competitive pay • 36-hour work week • Paid time off • 401(k) with company match
See More Details >>Becoming a sheet metal worker in Waterloo, IA, typically begins with an apprenticeship, which combines hands-on experience with classroom learning, allowing individuals to earn while they learn. Apprenticeships span about four to five years, requiring approximately 8,000 hours of training under experienced professionals. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, there are approximately 126,200 sheet metal workers nationwide, with a projected job growth of 0.2% from 2022 to 2032. Apprentices in Waterloo earn an average of $661.20 per week, with experienced professionals potentially earning up to $901.80 per week. Trade schools, unions, and platforms like Guild help aspiring sheet metal workers find apprenticeship opportunities, leading to a career with strong earning potential.
