R&D Machinist II (Lathe/Mill-turn)

Role Summary

Join our team as a Machinist II!

Protolabs is seeking a skilled, detail-oriented, independent machinist to work directly with our CNC Engineering & manufacturing team(s). The role requires an elevated understanding of machining practices & principles (milling and turning). Candidates will often be reworking features/geometries on live production orders that were manufactured in our state of the art, ever evolving, automated CNC machining processes

Shifts Monday -Friday

Responsibilities

• Independently produce CAD/CAM programs Via Master-Cam software
• Design quick & efficient fixturing/work holding solutions
• Setup/Operate Haas VF2 3-Axis CNC milling machines, Haas ST-30Y, and Integrex i-100 Bartac-S
• Maintain Engineering tooling & inventory
• Independently inspect/maintain QC conformance through small quantity production runs
• Perform cleaning and general maintenance on milling or machines and general shop equipment
• Continuously meet/provide observational feedback to MFG ENG & Production teams
• Leads the implementation of manufacturing best practices in partnership with Engineers
• Leads and facilitates continuous improvement changes (including 5S activities) alongside engineers through the implementation of projects to improve results
• Collaborate with engineers to investigate process issues to understand and determine root causes
• Coach, mentor, and trainer for other technicians. May provide training and instruction to other production personnel.
• Documents operating procedures and provide training and instructions to other production personnel.
• Supports projects related to new production equipment, process improvement, cost reductions, and new product introductions
• Troubleshoot production problems as needed. Identify manufacturing bottlenecks and quality issues. Identify potential design improvements and alternatives.
• Perform additional tasks, other duties, and responsibilities as assigned.

What it takes

• HS Diploma or Trade School Certification
• Minimum of 7 years of applicable manufacturing experience
• Ability to work independently or within a team, as an individual contributor in a fast-paced environment
• Strong verbal and written communications with ability to effectively communicate with cross-functional teams
• Adept at handling multiple assignments in a timely manner to meet assigned deadlines
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail and the ability to work under limited supervision
• Capable of independently performing root cause analysis of situations and implementing corrective actions.
• Knowledge of new and emerging technologies in manufacturing
• Ideally fluent in PowerPoint & Excel

Bonus points for

• Completion of an Apprenticeship Program and/or extensive training in machining practices
• Technical or Vocational Certificate in CNC Machining, Machine Tool Technology, Mechanical Engineering Technology, or similar
• Associate’s degree in advanced manufacturing Machine Tool Technology, or Mechanical Engineering Technology
• 7+ Years of applicable MFG Experience
• Experience working within an engineering or R&D environment

Requirements

Physical Demands

While performing the essential duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to sit; use a computer keyboard, monitor and mouse, telephone and printer; reach with hands, and arms, talk, see and hear. The employee is regularly required to stand, walk, stoop or kneel and must be able to lift and/or move up to 50+ pounds.

Benefits

• We offer a competitive salary
• In addition, we offer amazing benefits including but not limited to:
• Health Insurance: Traditional OR High Deductible plan
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Health Savings Account (including employer contributions)
• Dental and Vision
• Basic and Supplemental Life Insurance
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
• Paid caregiver leave
• You will receive 3 weeks of PTO + Holiday Pay + Volunteer Hours
• 401k with company match and immediate vest
• Employee Stock Purchase Program at a 15% discounted rate
• Matching grants through Protolabs foundation
• And More!

Proto Labs maintains ITAR-compliant operations in all of our United States based facilities. Due to ITAR regulations, this role is only open to U.S. Citizens, lawful permanent residents (green card holders) or foreign nationals granted refugee or asylee status. Individuals with temporary visas (e.g. E, F-1, H-1, H-2, L, B, J, TN or OPT) are not eligible for hire in this role.

Proto Labs, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Indoors (A/C); nonsmoking; the majority of this job function is performed in a manufacturing area exposed to machinery and noise; with eye protection and safety shoes required. Occasionally works in outside weather conditions. Occasionally works near moving mechanical parts and in high, precarious places and is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, risk of electrical shock and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet to moderate.