Process Engineer at Human Technologies, Inc – Greer, South Carolina

Position Title: Process Engineer

Location: Greer, South Carolina

Key Responsibilities

• Provide hands-on technical support for twin-spindle and Swiss style CNC lathe operations (Star and Nakamura preferred), including troubleshooting process and machine issues
• Troubleshoot Fanuc CNC controls, including part programs, tooling, offsets, and multi-spindle logic (some hand programming will be required)
• Act as an escalation resource during complex or stalled setups, alarms, or programming challenges to minimize downtime
• Monitor and support reduction of setup times, identifying excessive durations and process variability
• Support 5S implementation and sustainment, including tool organization, kitting standards, and workplace audits
• Occasionally support machinists with tool kitting and material prep for upcoming jobs to support efficient changeovers and schedule adherence
• Design, machine, or modify tooling and fixtures to improve repeatability, safety, and process capability
• Communicate equipment issues and coordinate with Maintenance to resolve
• Assist with new part process including program and tooling validation
• Support SOP development and requirements

Required Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience with CNC machining, specifically:
  • Hand programming CNC lathes
  • Fanuc controls (required)
  • Twin-spindle lathe experience (Star and Nakamura strongly preferred)
• 2+ years of experience in process engineering, lead machinist, or advanced setup support role
• Strong understanding of setup practices, tooling, offsets, and multi-axis/multi-spindle machining concepts
• Proven experience with lean manufacturing principles
• Solid understanding of in-process inspection methods and quality fundamentals
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work calmly and effectively in a production environment
• Able to lift 50 lbs. on occasion
• Requires constant standing, walking, sitting, and bending throughout the workday

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with cycle-time analysis, setup reduction (SMED), and continuous improvement projects
• Experience designing or modifying fixtures and tooling to improve machining processes
• Ability to work cross-functionally with Quality, Maintenance, Scheduling, and Engineering
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel)

HTI is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/D/F/V/SO.

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