Aerospace - CNC Manufacturing Engineer - St. Johnsbury, VT

Michael Page International

Saint Johnsbury, Vermont
22 days ago

$70,000–$100,000 Per Year
Full-time

Highlights

Ideal Candidate: Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related discipline; relevant manufacturing experience may be considered in place of a degree. Lead continuous improvement initiatives focused on reducing cycle times, scrap rates, tooling costs, and material waste.

Numbers & Facts

Location	Saint Johnsbury, Vermont
Job Type	Full-time
Industry	Staffing/Employment Agencies
Salary	$70,000–$100,000 Per Year
Company Size	10,000 employees or more
Website	https://www.michaelpage.ca/

Description

Job Title

Drive NPI, process optimisation for precision-machined components.

Job Description

Program, develop, and optimise CNC machining processes to improve efficiency, quality, and throughput. Support New Part Introduction (NPI) activities, including manufacturability reviews, process development, and production readiness. Review customer drawings and CAD models, ensuring tolerances align with manufacturing capabilities and providing Design for Manufacturability (DFM) recommendations. Conduct root cause analysis and implement corrective actions for machining, tooling, and quality issues. Develop and maintain process documentation, tooling specifications, setup instructions, and manufacturing standards. Lead continuous improvement initiatives focused on reducing cycle times, scrap rates, tooling costs, and material waste. Collaborate with estimating, customer service, quality, production, and sales teams to support customer requirements and project timelines. Train and support production personnel on machining processes, best practices, and process improvements. Ensure compliance with quality standards, manufacturing regulations, and workplace safety requirements.

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

The Successful Applicant

Ideal Candidate: Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related discipline; relevant manufacturing experience may be considered in place of a degree. Hands-on experience programming and operating CNC equipment in a manufacturing environment. Strong knowledge of CNC machining processes, tooling selection, materials, and manufacturing best practices. Proficiency with CAD software and interpreting engineering drawings. Strong computer skills and familiarity with Microsoft Office and Windows-based applications. Understanding of quality control principles, manufacturing safety, and process improvement methodologies. Experience with GD&T and complex tolerance analysis preferred. Exposure to CAM software, ERP systems, Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or manufacturing automation is highly desirable. Ability to communicate effectively with customers and internal stakeholders regarding technical and manufacturing requirements. Experience with multi-axis machining, horizontal mills, lathes, mill-turn equipment, or Swiss machining is a plus.

What's on Offer

Competitive salary ranging from $61,000 to $100,000 annually. Stable Monday-Friday schedule (7:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.). Opportunity to work with advanced CNC machining technologies and aerospace manufacturing projects. Collaborative engineering environment with strong cross-functional exposure. Career growth opportunities through continuous improvement initiatives and technical development. Comprehensive benefits package and long-term career potential with a growing manufacturing organisation.

Contact Josephine Belcher Quote job ref JN-082026-7084787

Job Summary

Sector: Engineering & Manufacturing

Sub Sector: Production, Manufacturing

Industry: Industrial / Manufacturing

Where: Vermont

Contract Type: Permanent

Consultant name: Josephine Belcher

Job Reference: JN-082026-7084787

About Company

Michael Page is one of the world's leading professional recruitment consultancies, specializing in the placement of candidates in permanent, contract, temporary and interim positions with clients around the world. Our business was established in Canada in 2005 when we opened our Toronto office. Our role is to work with employers and job seekers to facilitate a successful match. This can range from advising a global company on a candidate sourcing strategy to helping a job seeker find their dream job. In Canada, we focus on recruiting for the following areas: Banking and financial services Digital and e-commerce Engineering and manufacturing Finance and accounting Human resources Information technology Marketing Oil and gas Procurement and supply chain Property and construction Sales An Established Brand The Group has established a leading presence in many of the key markets for professional recruitment around the world and has positioned itself in certain other markets, which offer the opportunity for future growth. Within its current largest markets, Michael Page has also built a regional presence, including in the UK, France and Australia. Consequently, the Michael Page brand is among the most widely recognized brands in the professional recruitment industry. A Market Leader The role of a recruitment consultancy is to act as an intermediary, identifying and sourcing suitably qualified candidates on behalf of its clients. Candidates are recruited either for permanent or contract positions (typically for a fixed term) or on a temporary basis. Within the overall recruitment industry, the market for professional recruitment services is a specialist sector which has developed more recently. Michael Page is widely recognized as leading the development of this market around the world. Learn the benefits of working with Michael Page yourself. Submit your resume or contact a Michael Page recruitment consultant today.