Acme Gridley Screw Machine Setup Technician

Job Posting: Acme Gridley Screw Machine Setup Technician – Technical Lead (Machining)Location: [Massillon]
Shift: [1st Shift]
Employment Type: Full-Time
Department: Machining / Operations
Reports To: Machining Supervisor / Operations Manager

Compensation: $29 based on experience

Position Summary - Acme Gridley Screw Machine Setup Technician – Technical Lead is a senior-level machining role responsible for advanced setup, optimization, and technical ownership of Acme-style multi-spindle machines. In addition to hands-on setup and troubleshooting, this role serves as a technical resource for operators, supports quoting and cost estimating activities, and drives process consistency and continuous improvement across assigned machines and product families.

Key Responsibilities Technical & Machining Leadership

• Perform complete setups and changeovers on Acme multi-spindle machines, including tooling selection, cam timing, feeds, speeds, and optimization
• Act as the technical lead for assigned machines or product families, ensuring stable, repeatable processes
• Coach, train and lead other operators in producing quality products and efficiencies.
• Diagnose and resolve complex machining, tooling, and material issues that impact quality or throughput
• Establish and maintain setup standards, tooling lists, and best practices
• Support and mentor setup technicians and machine operators, providing technical guidance and training as needed
• Collaborate with maintenance on machine capability, repairs, and preventive maintenance planning
• Job layout, set up and machine operation

Quality & Process Control

• Interpret complex blueprints, customer specifications, and GD&T requirements
• Help define inspection methods, control plans, and critical-to-quality characteristics
• Lead first-article approvals and support internal and customer audits
• Drive root cause analysis and corrective actions for quality or scrap issues

Quoting & Cost Estimating Responsibilities

• Support quoting activities by reviewing part prints, tolerances, materials, and process requirements
• Develop process routings, estimated cycle times, tooling requirements, and labor content for new quotes
• Provide technical input on machine selection, feasibility, and capacity for new or revised work
• Identify cost drivers and opportunities to reduce cycle time, tooling cost, or scrap during the quoting phase
• Support launch activities by validating quoted assumptions during first production runs

Continuous Improvement

• Lead or support kaizen and continuous improvement initiatives focused on safety, quality, delivery, and cost
• Optimize machine utilization, changeover times, and tooling life
• Support standard work development and documentation

Required Qualifications

• 5 years of hands-on experience setting up Acme or similar multi-spindle screw machines
• Proven experience troubleshooting complex machining and process issues
• Strong blueprint reading skills, including GD&T interpretation
• Advanced knowledge of cutting tools, materials, feeds, speeds, and machine capability
• Experience with precision measurement and inspection techniques
• Strong problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills
• Ability to work independently and make sound technical decisions

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience in a technical lead, process engineer, or senior setup role
• Experience supporting manufacturing quoting or cost estimating
• Familiarity with ERP/MRP systems and routing standards
• Lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement experience
• Experience supporting new product launches or customer PPAPs

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand for extended periods
• Ability to lift up to 25 lbs. with or without assistance
• Ability to work in a manufacturing environment with exposure to noise, oil, and metal chips

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation based on experience and technical skill level
• Overtime opportunities
• Access to medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off and holidays
• Stable work environment with technical growth and leadership opportunities