Engineering Technician

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MasterBrand Cabinets LLC

Posted 3 months ago

Full Time

Arthur, Illinois

In Person

Smart Summary

Responsibilities

The Engineering Technician provides hands-on support for CNC production activities, including equipment maintenance and process improvements. They are responsible for managing Microvellum libraries, monitoring machine tooling, and developing manufacturing documentation to ensure operational efficiency.

Qualifications

Job Description

Company Description

For nearly 70 years, MasterBrand has been shaping the places where people come together, enriching lives and creating meaningful memories for our customers. That, combined with our stylish products, expansive dealer and retail network, and dedicated associates, has helped make us the number one North American residential cabinet business. Our unique culture of continuous improvement is based on trusting the tools, empowering the team and moving forward, and is kept alive by our more than 14,000 associates across 20 plus manufacturing facility and offices. Visit www.masterbrand.com to learn more and join us in building great experiences together!

Job Description

Position Summary 

The Engineering Technician supports CNC production activities at the MasterBrand Cabinets manufacturing facility in Arthur. This role provides hands-on support on the shop floor to maximize equipment utilization and assist with the modification and improvement of equipment, tooling, and manufacturing processes. This entry-level position offers a strong opportunity to gain practical experience in a manufacturing environment while contributing to continuous improvement initiatives. 

Core Responsibilities:  

  • Maintain Microvellum libraries for Arthur and assist other MBCI sites as needed. 

  • Nesting program evaluations and managing Microvellum. 

  • Machine tooling monitoring for part quality and tool life expectations. 

  • CI projects focused on quality improvements, sheet utilization, part sequencing, and other improvements.  

  • Ensure overall machine health, safety, and full functioning. 

  • Operations involvement, including the development of manufacturing documentation as needed, developing improvements on the floor for operations.   

Day-To-Day Responsibilities 

  • Develop / manage Microvellum optimizations as needed. 

  • Develop, change, and manage CNC programs as needed for DMRs. 

  • Verify quality, parts, tooling, and new production parts on the CNC machining machines. 

  • Improve, monitor, and coach new processes for yield improvements in Millroom. 

  • Manage and implement yield initiatives collaboratively with Engineering. 

  • Liaison between manufacturing and engineering.  

  • Train, test, and monitor operator knowledge on equipment and operation of machines. 

Requirements 

  • Industrial experience in manufacturing process development  
  • Able to read product prints and machine prints and manuals 

  • Trouble shooting experience in programing / machining issues 

  • Expected to work with minimal guidance to given goals 

  • Must have good computer skills including Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, etc. 

  • Well organized, good interpersonal skills and a team player 

Qualifications

  • High School diploma or GED required. Degree and/or certification in industrial engineering a plus
  • AutoCAD software knowledge is preferred 

  • CAD/CAM understanding preferred  

  • Familiarity with LEAN manufacturing, & TPM is desired 

  • Good mechanical aptitude and wood and metal fabrication capabilities  

  • MBCI product knowledge preferred 

Additional Information

For nearly 70 years, MasterBrand has been shaping the places where people come together, enriching lives and creating meaningful memories for our customers. That, combined with our stylish products, expansive dealer and retail network, and dedicated associates, has helped make us the number one North American residential cabinet business. Our unique culture of continuous improvement is based on trusting the tools, empowering the team and moving forward, and is kept alive by our more than 14,000 associates across 20 plus manufacturing facility and offices. Visit www.masterbrand.com to learn more and join us in building great experiences together!

Equal Employment Opportunity

MasterBrand Cabinets LLC is an equal opportunity employer. MasterBrand Cabinets LLC’s policy is not to discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, disability/handicap status, marital status, military status, sexual orientation, genetic history or information, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local laws. MasterBrand Cabinets LLC also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is also MasterBrand Cabinets LLC’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.

Reasonable Accommodations

MasterBrand Cabinets LLC is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you have a disability and wish to discuss potential accommodations related to applying for employment, please contact us at [email protected].

Hiring Range: $27.50-30.60

*Actual pay will vary based on qualifications and other factors

Insurance coverage including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, flexible spending accounts, wellness programs, all effective day 1 of employment. Plus, 401K match and generous PTO and holidays!

  • Department: Other
  • Compensation: USD 27.5 - USD 30.60 - weekly
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    MasterBrand Cabinets LLC

    MasterBrand® isn’t just a cabinet company – we are an organization of people who are Building Great Experiences Together. For more than 70 years, MasterBrand has been shaping the places where people come together, enriching lives and creating meaningful memories for our customers. We are the #1 manufacturer of residential cabinets in North America, and our associates produce the most comprehensive portfolio of superior cabinetry products for the kitchen, bath and other parts of the home. Building on our history by innovating how we work and what we offer, MasterBrand is proud to be an industry leader. We achieve this through The MasterBrand Way – our business system – which empowers every individual to make the team better, be bold and drive our business forward, and champion improvement in all that we do. Through this unique culture, we strive to create a best place to work where: • We aim for opportunity, purpose and reward in our associates’ experience all within an organization where our associates can thrive. • We work hard to create an environment that keeps people safe, values their unique experiences and perspectives, and fosters collaboration and belonging. • We are committed to supporting the well-being of our associates and the communities in which we operate. Come see why over 13,000 associates across more than 20 locations love working at MasterBrand. We invite you to visit https://careers.smartrecruiters.com/MasterBrandCabinetsLLC to learn more and apply.
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