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Career Opportunity
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Machine Shop Estimator, Configuration Planner, Manufacturing Engineer
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PACON is a fast paced, dynamic environment where teamwork and collaborative problem solving are rewarded!
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This position is ideal for candidates who want to make essential components for the world’s most innovative Space & Defense, Robotic Automation, Life Science, and Semiconductor OEMs.
Discover Precision Machining 4.0® our comprehensive implementation of lean manufacturing principles using the most advanced CNC machining & inspection equipment and software.
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Position Description
Lead and coordinate cost estimation, planning and configuration of production and prototype precision CNC machined parts. Document project assumptions. Reconcile estimates versus actuals. Reports to the President.
Responsibilities
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Receive customer requests for proposal, and evaluate required documentation, CAD files and specifications. Create proposal template, part configuration and assess process requirements.
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Interact with customer’s buyers and engineers to resolve missing or incompatible requirements.
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Determine and collect required inputs from Production Manager(s), CAM Programmer(s), outside process vendors, material vendors. Inputs include labor estimates, fixturing, material, processing, tooling and yield loss. Initiate sub-tier Requests For Quotations (RFQ). Record inputs and assumptions in proposal template, part Bill-Of-Materials (BOM), and part traveler.
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Capture and record actual project costs and processing. Reconcile actual project costs and processing versus project estimations.
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Periodic travel may be required between Livermore and Morgan Hill facilities.
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Follow established quality, maintenance, and safety standards.
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Requirements
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Ability to read and interpret drawings, specifications, bills of materials and work instructions. Knowledge of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) desirable.
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Proficiency with Excel and ERP databases required. Experience with Solidworks, MasterCAM, PC-DMIS and/or Vericut desirable.
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Machine shop experience quoting prototype and production precision parts with outside processing. CNC machinist and set-up experience with 5-Axis, 3-Axis Milling, Lathe and Mill-Turn Live Tooling CNC machines desirable.
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Good judgment and problem solving skills. Organization and time management skills required.
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Familiarity with the principles of Lean Manufacturing.
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Ability to follow safety rules and procedures relating to business and quality processes.
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Able to interface with company personnel and customer representatives.
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Mechanical Engineering degree desirable or 2+ years experience in role as Manufacturing Engineer or Mechanical Engineer, CAM programmer or Mechanical Quality Engineer. Requires a high school diploma or its equivalent.
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US Person (citizen or Green Card holder).
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