Manufacturing Process Engineer — Precision CNC & GD&T

Build a legacy of precision

At Trace‑A‑Matic, our people are our greatest assets, and our mission is clear: deliver excellence in complex precision machined components with unwavering customer satisfaction. We work in a friendly, clean, and safe environment, and in a climate‑controlled shop that houses cutting‑edge equipment. When the business wins, you win too—through our Gainsharing program : when the company profits, we share 50% with our employees, paid out quarterly.

Your impact

You will convert challenging requirements into dependable, scalable processes. From the first read of engineering drawings to the last inspection, you will orchestrate methods, tooling, and CNC programming so our teams deliver right‑the‑first‑time quality—on time.

Core responsibilities

Analyze customer requirements (drawings, specifications, purchase orders) and define machining and assembly sequences.

Produce shop routings, operation sheets, tooling strategies, and process documentation to ensure high‑quality output.

Match manufacturing methods to available machines for maximum efficiency and consistency.

Specify, design, and procure special tooling/fixtures and equipment aligned to budget and schedule.

Program CNC equipment for effective and efficient production.

Serve on Corrective Action and MRB Boards to drive systematic improvements.

Troubleshoot machining/tooling issues and implement durable fixes.

Create or update manufacturing drawings via CAD methodology.

Value‑engineer products and processes to shrink cost, lead time, and cycle time.

Comply with all company policies/procedures, as well as military and contractual requirements.

Other duties as needed.

Processes you'll shape

Milling, turning/lathe operations, honing, plating, CNC programming, assembly, testing, non‑destructive testing, dimensional and visual inspection, and electro‑mechanical assembly.

What you bring

Proficiency in SolidWorks and Microsoft Suite

Strong command of GD&T

Working knowledge of MRP, kitting, batch sizing, configuration control, and workflow routings

Background

BS in Engineering required; equivalent experience considered

7+ years of manufacturing experience preferred

Technical fluency

GD&T; CNC tooling; troubleshooting

CNC programming; CAD; CAD/CAM

G‑Code and M‑Code

CNC machine setup & changeover

Precision measurement & hand metrology

Production run setups

Equipment and platforms

CNC Mill (3–4 axis VMC): Fanuc, Mazak, Haas, Okuma, Doosan, DMG Mori Seiki

CNC Lathe (2–4 axis): Mazak, Haas, Okuma, Doosan, DMG Mori Seiki

CAM: Mastercam, Mazatrol

CNC Mill (5+ axis VMC): Fanuc, Mitsubishi, Mazak, Haas, DMG Mori Seiki

CNC Lathe (5+ axis): Mazak, Okuma, Doosan, DMG Mori Seiki

Rewards and growth

10 Paid Holidays and Service‑Based PTO

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

401(k) with company contribution

Weekly pay and performance merit raises

On‑site Fitness Center & Medical Clinic

Career development and growth opportunities

Exciting, fast‑paced environment with cutting‑edge manufacturing processes

If you're driven to craft processes that deliver precision at scale, join Trace‑A‑Matic and shape what's next.