Manufacturing Engineer

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06110, West Hartford, CT, USA
In-Office
100K-130K Annually
Mid level
Defense • Manufacturing
The Role
Support and improve manufacturing and assembly processes, resolve production issues, maintain process documentation, design tooling and layouts, justify capital equipment, estimate costs for process changes, and support automation, quality, and operator training to bring new products from blueprint to production.
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We are looking for Manufacturing Engineers!

Are you a driven problem-solver with a passion for process improvement and operational excellence? We are seeking a skilled Manufacturing Engineer to join our team and play a critical role in enhancing production efficiency, maintaining high standards of quality, and supporting innovative manufacturing initiatives. If you excel in collaborative environments and are committed to making a measurable impact, we invite you to explore this opportunity with us. 

Summary of Job Responsibilities; 

  • Supports on-going manufacturing processes under general supervision in order to attain smooth operating and manufacturing assembly capabilities.
  • Defines and solves all major manufacturing and assembly problems and takes corrective actions as necessary. Identifies imperfections in manufacturing processes, including design and process engineering, material, machinery and equipment, and personnel. Communicates with broad range of departments to incorporate corrective action. Establishes new procedures and techniques as appropriate.
  • Maintains on-going accuracy of manufacturing process documentation with regard to product engineering specifications and manufacturing capabilities.
  • Estimates cost of new process techniques and designs in support of cost reduction programs. Coordinates implementation of these plans with all departments.
  • Prepares, implements and supervises layout, tooling, product flow and related engineering functions necessary to bring new product line from blueprint stage to production.
  • Responsible for development of capital equipment justifications. Assist supervisor with compilation of status reports on each model within appropriate technical area.
  • Insure capability of process design improvements generated by Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering and Design Engineering with on-going assembly procedures.

 

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related field, or Equivalent Job Experience. 

Experience and Specialized Knowledge Required:

  • Proven experience in a manufacturing or production engineering role.
  • Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, lean principles, and continuous improvement methodologies
  • Proficient with CAD software and other engineering tools (e.g., SolidWorks, AutoCAD)
  • Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail
  • Strong analytical and organizational abilities
  • Effective communication and teamwork skills
  • Familiarity with quality control standards and safety regulations
  • Experience with process automation and robotics is a plus
  • Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
  • An expert in machining and broad knowledge of emerging manufacturing technologies
  • Complete understanding of EDI, GD&T, CNC programming, and applications development
  • MasterCam / NX / Longhand programming experience
  • Ability to read G code and understand tool path
  • AutoCAD / SolidWorks experience…Creo experience a plus
  • Experience programming 4 & 5 axis mills and 9 axis mil/turn
  • Work instruction development / Operator training Tool/fixture/gage design experience a plus
  • Automation integration / robotics experience a plus

 

Skills Required

  • Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing, Mechanical, Industrial Engineering or equivalent experience
  • Proven experience in manufacturing or production engineering
  • Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, lean principles, and continuous improvement
  • Proficient with CAD software (SolidWorks, AutoCAD)
  • Familiarity with quality control standards and safety regulations
  • Expertise in machining and emerging manufacturing technologies
  • Complete understanding of EDI, GD&T, CNC programming, and applications development
  • MasterCam and/or NX programming experience (longhand programming mentioned)
  • Ability to read G-code and understand toolpaths
  • AutoCAD / SolidWorks experience; Creo experience a plus
  • Experience programming 4 & 5 axis mills and 9 axis mill/turn
  • Work instruction development and operator training experience
  • Tool, fixture, and gage design experience
  • Experience with process automation, automation integration, and robotics
  • Strong problem-solving, analytical, organizational, communication and teamwork skills
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The Company
302 Employees
Year Founded: 1836

What We Do

Colt's Manufacturing Company LLC is an American firearms manufacturer that produces guns, including pistols, revolvers, rifles, and custom firearms, as well as law enforcement weapons, parts, and accessories.

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