CornellCookson, a division of Clopay Corporation is a leading manufacturer of commercial and grille doors. We pride ourselves on delivering exceptional customer service as well as unsurpassed quality and innovative products. Our employees are the cornerstone of our success and we are looking for dynamic individuals to join our team.
We are seeking a Manufacturing Engineer Technician to join our Strategic Manufacturing team.
Responsibilities in this role will be integral to our plant expansion and new product bay layout, supporting Capital Expense project implementation, machine installation, equipment fixtures, and process improvement projects. The ideal candidate will have a strong mechanical aptitude, hands-on fabrication skills, and a desire to contribute to a dynamic manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities/Principal Duties:

• Serve as a hands-on support function for new product and existing bay process areas
• Fabrication of work areas, fixtures, and templates for use as work aids in part and assembly fabrication
• Become familiar with our manufacturing processes and help track custom part orders through the facility
• Identification, Installation, Startup and Qualification of new equipment and technology
• Contribute to new product ideas and designs, focused on Design for Manufacturability
• Calculate production costs that include equipment, time, and labor
• Support assembly and testing of engineering prototypes and manufacturing fixtures
• Support our First Article process and Engineering part orders
• Collaborate with multiple manufacturing sites to maintain consistency in process and equipment

Job Requirements:

QUALIFIED CANDIDATES MUST POSSESS THE FOLLOWING MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Associates Degree or Vocational training in a related Technical Field including Mechanical Engineering, welding, Construction, or similar.
• Ideal candidates have at least 5 years of relevant work experience:
• Welding and Carpentry Skills
• Sheet metal fabrication
• Press Brake Operation
• Drill Presses (Tap and Die)
• Lathes and Milling Machines
• Large Equipment installations
• Tools and Shop organization
• Demonstrable skills in fabricating, welding, machining, and basic metalworking
• Proficient in effectively using and interpreting part/machine/process layout drawings
• Demonstrated computer skills and willingness to learn ERP and production scheduling software including Autodesk and MS Office products
• Strong communication skills to effectively collaborate with engineering, production associates, supervisors, and plant management
• Be dedicated, self-initiating, and passionate about metal fabrication
• Independently manage time and prioritize tasks
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a heavy industrial manufacturing environmentA proactive and problem-solving mindset with a commitment to continuous improvement.
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  We offer a competitive salary and a very comprehensive benefits package, including 401K, paid holidays, sick, and vacation time.
  Equal Opportunity Employer, providing a drug-free work environment.
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EXPERIENCE

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• Serve as a hands-on support function for new product and existing bay process areas
• Fabrication of work areas, fixtures, and templates for use as work aids in part and assembly fabrication
• Become familiar with our manufacturing processes and help track custom part orders through the facility
• Identification, Installation, Startup and Qualification of new equipment and technology
• Contribute to new product ideas and designs, focused on Design for Manufacturability
• Calculate production costs that include equipment, time, and labor
• Support assembly and testing of engineering prototypes and manufacturing fixtures
• Support our First Article process and Engineering part orders
• Collaborate with multiple manufacturing sites to maintain consistency in process and equipmen