At Columbia we come to work every day driven by the belief that innovation can transform industries, empower communities, and create a more efficient, sustainable world.
With operations spanning five continents and a commitment to excellence in service and support, our purpose extends beyond engineering advanced equipment. We are pioneering innovation and paving a better tomorrow with factory automation solutions worldwide.
Summary: Improve Manufacturing processes by creating and maintaining manufacturing process routers and supporting continuous process improvement. Supports manufacturing automation by programming for CNC equipment manufacturing processes. Improves operational efficiency by managing projects that implement improved technology and/or processes in the manufacturing environment. Supports Manufacturing Engineers on projects related to continuous improvement and capital equipment acquisitions.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Supports manufacturing operations
- CNC programming (Proficient in level A,B, programming; progressing towards level C programming proficiency)
- Enters data into manufacturing databases
- Supports creating quality routers that are complete and efficient
- Supports operations projects related to continuous improvement efforts within core competencies
- Supports companywide Safety awareness and Safety initiatives
- Provides feedback on engineering blueprints, and proposes changes that will improve quality, and reduce cost while leveraging Columbia Machines' manufacturing capabilities.
- Achieves financial objectives
- Supports team objectives to complete daily operational tasks
- Supports internal and external customer service
- Provides support to manufacturing operations as issues and questions arise regarding manufacturing processes
- Maintains positive communication and a collaborative approach with all manufacturing employees
- Contributes to the continuous improvement effort
- Supports team objectives to complete daily operational tasks
- Maintains professional and technical knowledge
- Looks to maintain personal and professional advancement through seeking knowledge and new skills.
- Looks to leverage opportunities to learn by attending: conferences, tradeshows, customers sites, and knowledge-building workshops: travel up to 5%
- Contributes to team effort
- Willing to attempt new assignments or fill in for others as needed; accomplishes other duties as assigned within core competencies
Qualifications: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Knowledge, skills and/or abilities:
Knowledge-
Software
- CAD Software
- Manufacturing Software
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Project Management Software
- Quality control software: Romer, Faro, Renishaw
- CAM Software
- Engineering Disciplines (STEM)
- Machining Technology
- Fabrication Techniques
- LEAN Principles
Skills-
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Technical expert in other related manufacturing field to support company objectives
- Organizational Planning and Analysis
- Time Management
- Manufacturing Techniques
- Project Management
- Presentations Skills
- Forklift, Crane, Jib Crane (per Company certification)
- Fabrication: Welding, Robotic Welding
- Machining: CNC and Manual
Abilities
- Ability to foster and work within a team environment
- Ability to be collaborative
- Ability to provide mentorship
- Ability to give an oral presentation when needed
- Ability to work in a dynamic setting
Education and/or Experience:
- Associates Science Degree
- 3-5 years of relevant experience
Columbia Machine offers a full benefits package including medical, dental, vision, prescription drug, life insurance, flexible spending accounts, short and long term disability, 401(k), incentive compensation, paid holidays, paid time off, and tuition reimbursement. Equal Opportunity Employer - Women and Minorities are encouraged to apply. Columbia does participate in E-Verify. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. The company does not sponsor employment visas or work authorization. To apply for this exciting career opportunity today, please apply online at www.columbiamachine.com
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Referral program
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Vancouver, WA 98661: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Qualifications
Skills Required
- High school diploma or GED
- Associate of Science degree
- 2-5 years of relevant experience
- 2-5 years of machining and/or fabrication experience
- 2-3 years of CAD/CAM experience
- CAD software knowledge
- Manufacturing software knowledge
- Microsoft Office Suite knowledge
- Project management software knowledge
- Machining technology and fabrication techniques
- CNC and manual machining knowledge
- Welding and robotic welding knowledge
- Lean principles knowledge
- Forklift, crane, and jib crane capabilities or company certification
- Verbal and written communication skills
- Organizational planning, analysis, and time management skills
- Ability to collaborate and work effectively in a team environment
What We Do
Columbia Machine, Inc. is a worldwide leader in the design, manufacturing, and support of equipment for various industries, specializing in concrete products equipment, batching and mixing solutions, production equipment molds, and robotic palletizing systems. Based in Vancouver, Washington, the company serves customers in over 100 countries, providing a complete line of machinery to outfit concrete products plants with a legacy of innovation spanning over 85 years.
