Manufacturing Tool Developer This role involves working collaboratively with the headquarters launch team and suppliers to ensure the successful delivery of the incoming manufacturing line, focusing on long-term success for the company. The position supports machining processes through tool development, tool tracking, and continuous improvement initiatives in safety, quality, and productivity. Required Skills & Qualifications Experience in tooling and Computer Numerical Control (CNC) operations Proficiency with CNC Mills 5 years relative experience in CNC machining manufacturing Effective oral and written communication skills High production machining tool manufacturing Gear blade grinding Applicants must be able to work directly for Artech on W2Preferred Skills & Qualifications Lean Six Sigma and Lean Manufacturing knowledge Experience with programming Tool Presetters (Royal/Zoller)8D and 5Why corrective action and problem-solving skills Familiarity with Lean Tools such as 5S, Kanban, Poka-yoke, and Value Stream Mapping Experience with DMAIC and DMADV (DFSS) Project MethodologyFMEA, PPAP, and DOEs experience
Day-to-Day Responsibilities:- Support machining processes with tool development
- Implement GTSV tool tracking
- Identify tool dominant features and implement proper control
- Drive continuous improvement in safety, quality, and productivity
- Complete all PPAP quality launch documentation
- Apply engineering principles and analytical techniques to improve manufacturing processes and products
- Develop action plans to investigate and prioritize open issues and verify corrective actions
- Lead and conduct process audits to ensure process discipline aligns with Powertrain guidelines
- Create process and instruction sheets supporting quality methods and processes
- Deliver capable processes and tools for all gear machining operations
- Lead variability reduction and lean manufacturing initiatives
- Ensure compliance with Plant, Corporate, Governmental, and Environmental standards
- Support ISO 14001 compliance and internal ISO auditing
