Job Description

INNOVATE without boundaries! At Milwaukee Tool we firmly believe that our People and our Culture are the secrets to our success -- so we give you unlimited access to everything you need to provide to create disruptive new technologies and solutions

Behind our doors you'll be empowered every day to own it, drive it, and do what it takes to support the biggest breakthroughs in the industry. Meanwhile, you'll have the support and resources of the fastest-growing brand in the construction industry to make it happen.

Your Role on Our Team:

Our Engineering Team is responsible to develop “Best-In-Class” products and manufacturing solutions with the highest level of quality. The Rapid Innovation Center Engineering Operator II plays a crucial role in providing innovative solutions to some of the most challenging machining requirements in industry that support our product development teams. This role ensures that prototypes are made accurately, efficiently and timely to aid in data collection and decision-making, enabling Milwaukee Tool in maintaining its competitive advantage. As an Engineering Operator II and member of the Rapid Innovation Center (RIC) at Milwaukee you will be responsible for creating new to the world prototypes, working with a driven team using industry leading technologies and equipment in a state of the art facility.

You’ll be DISRUPTIVE through these duties and responsibilities:

• Independently set up, program and operate manual and CNC equipment including but not limited to; mills, lathes, grinders, stamping press, wire & sinker EDM, or other metal forming equipment to create prototypes or components to necessary dimensions and tolerances.
• Must be able to make necessary machine adjustments to meet engineering specifications.
• Select and set up appropriate work holding and tooling based on job requirements and specifications, applying knowledge of machining parameters and shop mechanics.

· Use hard gaging and/or vision measuring instruments to verify dimensions of first run part and finished parts ensuring compliance with print dimensions and tolerancing.

• Plans machining operations by studying blueprints, engineering plans, material specifications, machining parameters, and interpreting GD&T. Select proper materials to be used when applicable.
• Provide accurate time estimates to supervisor and collaborate with Engineering, exchanging information regarding work requests.
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• Address problems with urgency by reviewing machine setup and process, making necessary corrections. Consult with leadership or peers as needed to escalate potential issues
• Must work effectively in team environment and is a self-starting individual willing to take initiative for personal and professional development.
• Demonstrate effective and accurate communication to leadership and peers.
• Understands, and is a proponent to Milwaukee Culture, contributes to and drives organizational goals and objectives.
• Maintain safe operations by adhering to safety procedures and regulations.

· Unconstrained passion for innovation

· Perform other tasks as assigned.

· Must be willing and able to travel up to 10%, both domestically and internationally, as needed

The TOOLS you’ll bring with you:

• Journeyman machinist/tool & die certification, or minimum 5 years’ experience in a related field.
• Prior experience in setting up and programming CNC equipment is required
• Must have R&D mindset and be able to thrive in a dynamic environment.
• Strong proficiency in math skills is required to accurately calculate appropriate machine settings and make necessary adjustments.
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• Must have experience programming & operating CNC mills, lathes or other similar equipment.
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• Experience with Manual Data Input (MDI) and proficiency in G & M codes is required
• undefined Other TOOLS we prefer you to have:Experience with Haas, Mazatrol, Fanuc, Siemens, and/or other machine controls.Knowledge of Solid Works, Mastercam, Tool Studio, Vector Cam or equivalent.Proficient in Microsoft Office.Knowledge of 5S Principles We provide these great perks and benefits: Robust health, dental and vision insurance plansGenerous 401 (K) savings planEducation assistanceOn-site wellness, fitness center, food, and coffee serviceAnd many more, check out our benefits site HERE.

Milwaukee Tool is an equal opportunity employer.