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This role is responsible for machining precision components, validating fixtures and tooling, supporting manufacturability feedback, and collaborating cross-functionally to refine both product and process.\nThis technician is also expected to mentor junior development technicians, contribute to cross-team learning, and embody a culture of bold experimentation, continuous learning, and technical excellence.\nEssential Job Functions\nPrototype Fabrication & Validation\nSet up and operate CNC machines for early-phase product development; inspect parts, make offsets, and apply program updates to meet cosmetic and dimensional specifications. \nOperate Coordinate Measuring Machines (CMM) to validate tolerances and dimensional accuracy; collaborate with IQA and programmers to interpret results and inform standards. \nFabricate fixtures, components, and test samples in collaboration with Design and Manufacturing Engineers. \nProvide iterative feedback during prototyping cycles to improve manufacturability and reduce time to validation. \nProcess & Fixture Development\nValidate prototype and production tooling, providing feedback for standardization and repeatability. \nWrite standard work instructions and contribute to structured documentation of new processes. \nMaintain tooling and fixture inventories and coordinate ordering within areas of ownership. \nParticipate in DFM (Design for Manufacturability) reviews and help identify opportunities for design improvement. \nCollaboration & Innovation Support\nWork closely with category-aligned engineering teams to support New Product Introduction (NPI) goals, rapid prototyping, and early-stage feasibility. \nSupport the development and execution of concept builds, SMUs, and channel-specific solutions. \nShare technical learnings, prototype results, and process improvements across broader technical teams. \nAssist in troubleshooting product development and pre-production builds, balancing quality, cost, and timing constraints. \nMentorship & Team Culture\nMentor and coach junior development technicians to build skill depth and support team performance. \nSupport continuous improvement efforts across the prototyping and NPI pipeline. \nPromote a mindset of curiosity, resilience, and accountability-embracing failure as a path to learning. \nCreative thinking approach to finding solutions that fit product form fit and function \nMaintain a service-oriented approach to enabling product team success through fast, high-quality technical execution. \nKey Innovation Metrics Supported in this role\nTime to Prototype: Cycle time from concept brief to validated prototype \nInnovation Output: % of net-new concepts advancing to Phase Gate / Concept Review \nLearning Velocity: Number of concepts iterated through fast-fail cycles \nPrototype Quality: Cosmetic, dimensional, and functional validation performance \nSpeed to market: Drive speed, clarity, and accountability in early-phase product development \nQualifications\n3-4 years of CNC machining experience in a prototyping or product development environment \nFull capability to read and interpret G-code \nHigh School Diploma or GED equivalent required \nProficient in CAM software (MasterCAM preferred) and working knowledge of precision machining of aluminum, steels, and composites \nExperience with CMM programming and dimensional analysis preferred \nStrong understanding of machine shop equipment, tooling setups, and process troubleshooting \nExperience with interpreting technical drawings, GD&T, and using precision inspection instruments \nAbility to manage multiple tasks and adjust priorities in a fast-paced environment \nProficient in Microsoft Office; 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