Manufacturing Engineer/ Programmer
Manufacturing Engineer/ Programming
Reed Manufacturing – Erie, PA
Reports to: Manufacturing Manager
Posted: 5/5/26
Department: Manufacturing
Location: Erie, PA on site
Salary: 70k-80k
The Manufacturing Engineer/Programmer position: Programs, documents, orders tooling, and is involved in all aspects of the manufacturing process. This position will be for a highly skilled programmer who is experienced with Mills, Lathes, and preferably Swiss style machines. The focus will be on programming skills and less about the fixturing at this time.
Interested persons should send resumes to:
Acara Solutions, Brandon Salinas
Responsibilities:
Program
- Create programs and fully document (Set Up sheets, etc) for each job.
- Assist & troubleshoot machining issues that occur in manufacturing.
- Manage and order tooling as needed.
- Assist set up first runs of new parts and help train machinists.
- Revise existing programs to improve cycle, tool life and quality.
- Program & document laser marker jobs.
Fixtures
- Design and construct drill jigs & fixtures for manufacturing with engineering support as needed.
- Work with Design Engineers & Machinists to efficiently improve current machining fixtures.
- Make sure fixtures are in good repair and ensure they are producing quality parts.
Design and project management
- Work with Engineers to determine critical features of new parts before designing, testing, and refining machine fixtures.
- Consult with Assembly & Engineers to design safe, ergonomic, and time saving assembly fixtures and devices. Work to improve and update current assembly methods.
- Work with Engineers to establish efficient machining sequences.
- Suggest design changes to improve manufacturing times, help reduce costs, & improve quality.
- Value analyzes assemblies to simplify & help reduce costs.
- Make suggestions for more effective machines, fixtures, tooling, layout, and participate on improvement teams.
- Assist with managing new equipment projects including machine selection, plant layouts, tooling selection.
Minimum Educational Qualifications:
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- A post high school degree in CNC Machining or completion of an Apprenticeship Program is a plus.
- In addition, the ideal performer will be a motivated self-starter with good interpersonal and technical skills, and the ability to communicate effectively on verbal and written levels.
Minimum Previous Experience:
- A minimum of five years’ experience working as a CNC *Set Up* Machinist.
- Possess a high mechanical aptitude.
- Continues learning to improve skills, to keep current with new equipment and methods and to be able to train other associates.
Minimum Additional Training:
- None
Other Skills:
- Basic computer skills
Physical Requirements:
- Lifting/Moving 0-20 lbs; Occasional
- Lifting/Moving 20-50 lbs; Occasional
- Ability to move over 50 lbs using lifting aide equipment; Occasional
- Twisting/Bending; Occasional
- Driving (forklift license required); Seldom
- Pushing/Pulling/moving objects, equipment with wheels; Occasional
- Climbing/accessing heights; Seldom
- Sitting; Frequent
- Standing; Frequent with ability to stand for extended periods of time
- Walking; Frequent
- Talking / Hearing; Frequent
- Writing; Frequent
- Manual Keying/Data Entry; Occasional
Seldom (<10%), Occasional (10% - 50%), Frequent (50% - 80%), Constant (>80%)
The above description covers the most significant responsibilities, objectives, and background requirements, but does not exclude other less important elements of the job that also may be required.
This is an excellent opportunity to join a long established but growing family owned company that sells its products in more than 90 countries around the world.
CORE VALUES:
The company culture at Reed Manufacturing is built on shared core values – Decent Human Beings with Energy, Determination, Solutions Focus and Service Orientation. Decent Human Beings (DHB) bring integrity, dedication and a positive attitude to REED and the community. Energy and Determination shine through people invested and interested in their work and a high-quality outcome. Solutions focused persons propel REED forward in resolving issues and removing obstacles. Service oriented associates put others ahead of themselves for the collective good.
REED uses these principles to guide all decision-making and action within our organization. We review, reward and recognize REED Associates based on these core values. If these values resonate with you, a career with REED is the perfect place for you to succeed.
REED is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit and business need.
Interested persons should send resumes to:
Acara Solutions, Brandon Salinas