Job Summary:

The Manufacturing Technician is responsible for supporting production through CAD design, fixture development, and CNC/laser programming in a contract manufacturing environment. This role bridges engineering and shop floor execution, ensuring efficient, repeatable, and high-quality manufacturing processes.

Responsibilities:

- Create and modify 3D models, flat patterns, and drawings using SolidWorks.

- Design and develop production fixtures, jigs, and tooling to improve throughput and quality.

- Program and optimize CNC laser cutting equipment (nesting, cut paths, parameters)

- Troubleshoot laser programs, tooling, and production issues on the shop floor.

- Interpret customer prints and engineering drawings.

- Support continuous improvement initiatives (cycle time reduction, scrap reduction, workflow improvements).

- Collaborate with production, quality, and engineering teams to resolve manufacturing issues.

- Maintain accurate documentation for programs, fixtures, and processes.

Qualifications:

- Associate degree in Manufacturing Technology, Mechanical Design, or related field preferred.

- OR 3-5 years of relevant experience in manufacturing (steel, fabrication, or service center environment)

- Strong proficiency in SolidWorks.

- Experience with laser programming

- Fixture/tooling design experience

- Understanding of sheet metal fabrication processes

- Blueprint reading

- Familiarity with nesting software and CNC programming concepts

- Ability to work independently and cross functionally

- Strong attention to detail and process improvement focus

Benefits:

- 401(k)

- 401(k) matching

- Dental insurance

- Flexible spending account

- Health insurance

- Life insurance

- Paid time off

- Parental leave

- Vision insurance

Work Location: In person