Machining Manufacturing Engineer

Graco manufactures and markets premium equipment to move, measure, control, dispense and spray a wide variety of fluid and powder materials. What does that mean? Well, we pump peanut butter into your jar, and the oil in your car. We glue the soles of your shoes, the glass in your windows and the screen on your phone. We spray the finish on your vehicle, coatings on your pills, the paint on your house and texture on your walls. Graco is part of your daily life. Job Purpose Plan and execute requirements of the strategic business unit and the cell. The position will be held accountable for cost, delivery and quality of operations on all equipment as directed by the cell leader. Graco is a global leader in the design, development and manufacture of highly-engineered systems for numerous industrial and commercial applications. This position supports our Industrial Division (IND) in Minneapolis, MN. Products from IND includes advanced fluid dispense systems used in alternative energy, automotive and packaging industries (http://bit.ly/1ywIMe0) and finishing products, such as paint spraying systems used in the aerospace and automotive industries, as well as on furniture, windows and doors (http://bit.ly/1nPSYut). Essential Duties Plan, execute and report priorities Man-hour estimates. Reacting to changing priorities. Recordkeeping and reporting. Demonstrates the ability to stay abreast of industry developments in technical field to maintain technical knowledge. Provide general production support for machining and/or assembly area as needed Evaluate upgrades for machining or assembly. Troubleshoot issues (quality, efficiency, etc.) on assembly line or machine. Communication liaison between engineering, production, marketing, purchasing, etc., and cell leader Demonstrate team leadership skills and works well as a team player. Provide technical assistance. Provide hands-on problem resolutions. Report and facilitate correction of out-of-specification conditions. Utilizes good communication skills. Determine the proper processes Create and analyze standards and operation layouts. Select and implement proper fixturing and tooling for machining and/or assembly job. Perform capital equipment justification as needed. Plan and implement preventive and corrective actions for reducing scrap, rework and down time. Research and implement new technological ideas to keep the cell continuously improving. Lead and conceptualize process improvements. Other duties as assigned. Position Requirements Essential Qualifications B.S. Degree in Engineering or equivalent. 3 to 5 years manufacturing experience with demonstrated ability to produce innovative and successful processes to meet project schedules and cost targets. Good oral and written communication skills. Good mechanical aptitude. Knowledge of one or more NC programming languages (for Machining Engineers). #LI-EG1 Power to Be At Graco, the Power to Be means providing the support, resources and freedom to pave your own way. Bring your unique attributes to the table, along with a commitment to being your best self, and you can be a part of a culture that rewards effort, celebrates uniqueness, and gives you the tools you need to succeed and become your best, fullest self along the way. Our culture empowers employees to chart their own career path. Our managers provide support and opportunities while offering freedom for employees to find their own Power to Be. Whether you decide to move up within the same department or expand to another cross-functional group, you will gain the well-rounded experience to succeed on your own terms. Graco has excellent opportunities available to individuals who want to be part of a fast-moving, growing company that is committed to quality, innovation and solving fluid handling problems for our customers. Graco is proud to be named a Best Place to Work by Fortune Magazine in 2016, 2018, 2019 & 2021. Graco offers attractive compensation, benefits and career development opportunities. Graco’s comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, stock purchase plan, 401(k), tuition reimbursement and more. Proven Quality. Leading Technology. Launch your career with Graco! Graco manufactures and markets premium equipment to move, measure, control, dispense and spray a wide variety of fluid and powder materials. We employ approximately 3,700 people worldwide and serve thousands of customers in over 100 countries.