Job description
Grinding Process Engineer
Requisition #: 7001051122
Shift: Day Shift
Location: Cincinnati, OH
Shift: Day Shift
Location: Cincinnati, OH
Job Description and Function:
Reporting to the Director of Engineering, the Grinding Process Engineer will be responsible for the development and improvement of grinding processes required for the manufacture of turbine blades defined by customer drawings, models, and specifications. Determine the most efficient machining process, by utilizing lean concepts and continuous improvement methods, to manufacture high-quality products. Specifies and develops operational sequence, manufacturing methods, details, tooling, and all items needed to achieve manufacturing goals according to product specifications. Work hands-on, interacting with shop floor personnel and process specialists, to ensure lean plans are created and implemented. As the process owner, work with various teams to assure all requirements are met and are up to standards to support our goals of quality, cost, and delivery.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Lead the process engineering team focused on the development and improvement of grinding and inspection processes associated with the manufacture of turbine blades.
- Evaluate turbine blade grinding applications and determine the machines, inspection equipment, and methods required for manufacture.
- Identify and understand all customer requirements from Purchase Orders (PO), blueprints, specifications, or other customer-supplied information.
- Review Purchase Order requirements using the internal system and manage the flow down of technical information.
- Develop, prepare, and maintain process routings and operation instructions based on all internal and customer requirements.
- Assist the QE in the development of inspection process instructions and provide input for the proper inspection equipment, methods, and frequency.
- Request all required tooling, gaging, electrodes, programs, plated grinding wheels, diamond rolls, airflow molds, etc. to initiate processing.
- Identify and implement manufacturing process improvements in order to increase efficiency, product quality, and reduce costs.
- Provide technical support and communicate with shop floor personnel effectively on a daily basis.
- Assist in developing and approval of Special Handling instructions when product needs rework.
- Quote work based on requirements including small lot fees and expedite charges with guidance from the Director of Engineering.
- Provide support for root cause analysis and change implementation using tools such as FMEA, DMAIC, PDCA, 5 WHY.
- Review jobs to ensure profitability and on-time delivery.
- Assist cell leader and/or process specialist in troubleshooting production floor issues.
- Implement and ensure solutions achieve required quality levels, reliability, and consistency in a cost-effective manner.
- Communicate directly with Customers on engineering-specific issues or new part development when guided and approved by the Director of Engineering.
- Attend customer meetings (kick-off, coordination review, and close-out).
- Assist in training new or existing team members.
- Adhere to AS9100, Nadcap, and other quality standards.
- Perform miscellaneous duties and projects as assigned.
Required Education and Skillset:
- Must meet one of the education or education + experience requirements below:
- Bachelor’s degree in manufacturing engineering, mechanical engineering, aerospace engineering, or a related field.
- Associate’s degree in manufacturing engineering or related field with 5+ years of manufacturing experience.
- HS diploma/equivalent with 10+ years of manufacturing experience.
- 5+ years of turbine blade grinding and inspection experience is preferred.
- Ability to read and interpret blueprints and an understanding of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T).
- Intermediate knowledge of lean manufacturing principles.
- Must be able to use standard gauges (micrometers, height gauges, calipers).
- Familiarity with CAD software (NX, AutoCAD, or similar).
- Intermediate ability to process and communicate information using Microsoft Office products.
- Strong interpersonal and leadership skills.
- Ability to multi-task and prioritize multiple projects.
- Must be organized and committed to meeting deadlines.
- Sound analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Work without direct supervision.
- Excellent speaking, listening, comprehension, and written communication skills in English.
- Six Sigma Green Belt or similar training.
- Understanding of quality systems such as AS9100, ISO, and NADCAP.
- Must meet ITAR definition of a US Person (documentation required).
- MTI is a safety-sensitive manufacturer. As such, successful results of pre-employment drug screening will be required.
Physical Demands/Work Environment:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, use hands, reach with hands and arms, move throughout the facility, and communicate. Work in an office environment and use of the computer (typical 2-button scroll mouse and keyboard - 75% of the work day). The employee must frequently lift/or move up to 35 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. The noise level in the work environment may be loud. Must be able to use required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE). Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
Must be able to work in a supportive team environment that is fast-paced with a strong commitment to accountability.
This posting is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required in this job.
To apply, please submit your resume noting job inquiry
#7001051122 to the Human Resources Department at: corporaterecruiter@meyertool.com.
An Equal Employment Opportunity Employer
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, genetics, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.
Will remain posted until filled.
About Meyer Tool Inc.:
Meyer Tool is a privately held, high-tech manufacturing company supplying a large variety of precision components to the aerospace and gas turbine engine industries. Supporting both commercial & military aviation sectors, Meyer Tool is an industry leader in precision machining technologies and gas turbine power generation. Meyer Tool currently has close to 1500 electrical discharge machining (EDM) machines (wire, ram, and fast hole drilling) including waterjet machining, conventional machining, abrasive grinding, laser machining, welding, EB welding, coating, airflow testing and other processes required to be the trusted aerospace manufacturing partner for airfoils and other hot section turbine components.
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