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This position works on high-priority metalworking development projects that directly impact plant productivity and product quality. The role focuses on developing and optimizing machining and grinding processes for both new product launches and continuous improvement of existing operations. Work involves applying advanced technical expertise to solve complex process challenges while working collaboratively with cross-functional teams and under the guidance of senior technical leaders.\nEssential Duties and Accountabilities:\nDevelop and optimize CNC turning and milling processes for new product launches and production improvement\nDevelop and optimize centerless and non-centerless grinding processes, including wheel, spindle, and dressing strategy\nDesign and validate robust work-holding concepts to ensure repeatable, capable production processes\nApply GD&T expertise to process design, datum strategy, and tolerance capability to ensure production feasibility\nConduct process capability studies, analyze statistical results, and implement improvements under direction of senior engineers\nTroubleshoot complex machining and grinding issues related to tooling, vibration, thermal effects, and process stability\nInvestigate and evaluate new metalworking processes and technologies within assigned scope\nIdentify opportunities for process improvements and cost reduction through tooling strategy, cycle time optimization, and waste reduction\nParticipate in design and validation of new manufacturing systems and assist in training of plant personnel\nSupport internal manufacturing teams and suppliers during launch and process improvement activities\nFollow JTEKT quality gate systems, including PFMEA, process documentation, and capability confirmation\nTravel to JTEKT manufacturing plants and suppliers to support process development and troubleshoot technical issues\nDocument process development work and share technical findings with team members\nSupervisory Responsibilities:\nThis position has no supervisory responsibilities.\nJob Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:\nStrong problem-solving skills with experience developing new or improved manufacturing processes\nSolid technical understanding of machining, grinding, and finishing processes\nGood mechanical aptitude with working knowledge of electronics and sensor technologies\nComfortable working in manufacturing environments and collaborating with cross-functional teams\nExperience with equipment standards, metrology, and diagnostic tools\nExperience with data acquisition systems (power monitoring, acoustics, accelerometers)\nProficiency with SolidWorks. 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