What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Manufacturing Engineer – CNC Machining position at Fōcus - an Ōnin Group company?
We are seeking an experienced Senior Manufacturing Engineer - CNC Machining to lead process ownership, equipment procurement, and production optimization for complex CNC machining operations. This role supports tight-tolerance component manufacturing across mills, lathes, and grinding operations in a fast-paced, high-volume environment. The engineer will be accountable for improving efficiency, managing capital equipment launches, and resolving downtime across multidisciplinary systems.
Key Responsibilities:
Serve as process owner for an assigned department-machinery, gaging, quality, documentation, and tooling.
Lead new product launch teams: develop manufacturing plans including equipment, labor content, and quality processes.
Direct capacity planning, tooling/gaging procurement, and capital forecasting.
Manage full lifecycle of new equipment: vendor evaluation, quoting, install planning, runoff, and handoff to production.
Troubleshoot and resolve downtime issues related to mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and coolant systems.
Lead or support continuous improvement, cost reduction, and lean manufacturing initiatives.
Collaborate with tooling suppliers to resolve production and quality issues.
Coach operators and team leads on process changes and new equipment.
Provide technical input to product design teams on manufacturability, GD&T, and cost drivers.
Develop and maintain all process documentation: FMEAs, Control Plans, Work Instructions, Tool Sheets, etc.
Support production across all shifts including occasional weekend coverage.
Drive culture of safety, 5S, and operational excellence.
Preferred Skills & Knowledge:
Strong background in CNC Machining and Grinding operations.
Working knowledge of:
GD&T and metrology
Lean Manufacturing and Industry 4.0
Tooling optimization and testing
Changeover reduction strategies
PLC programming (ladder logic)
Proficiency in engineering documentation and project management.
Effective problem-solving and analytical thinking using 8D, Six Sigma, etc.
Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Electronics, or Industrial Systems Engineering.
5-10 years of manufacturing engineering experience, ideally in CNC machining environments.
Demonstrated success launching and supporting capital equipment projects.
Excellent communication and collaboration skills across engineering, production, and maintenance teams.
Safety & Physical Requirements:
Occasional travel (up to 5%)
Ability to lift up to 35 lbs at shoulder height
Must wear PPE in designated campus areas
Commitment to safety practices and lean manufacturing standards
