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Who Are We?     

American Augers, located in West Salem, Ohio is a division of The Toro Company. American Augers builds the largest horizontal directional drills in the industry, and a full range of auger boring machines. With the rugged user in mind, American Augers rigs are built to last and backed by 24-hour worldwide support. 

The Manufacturing Specialist I is responsible for developing and optimizing CNC programs and setup sheets using CAD/CAM software for CNC lathes, mills, plasma cutters, Trumpf laser, and press brakes. This role requires strong technical expertise, problem-solving skills, and the ability to collaborate across departments to improve quality, reduce costs, and ensure efficient production.

What Will You Do?  

In order to grow and build a successful career with The Toro Company, you will be responsible for:  

• Develop CNC programs and setup sheets using CAD/CAM software.

• Analyze technical drawings to determine dimensions, cutting tools, machine speeds, and feed rates.

• Make manual program adjustments as needed.

• Troubleshoot issues during the manufacturing process.

• Maintain tooling database and collaborate with tool suppliers.

• Partner with maintenance personnel and machine tool suppliers to troubleshoot and repair equipment.

• Work with cross-functional teams to reduce costs and improve product quality.

• Modify postprocessors to output required machine codes.

• Maintain a library of programs and configurations.

• Develop time estimates for CNC machines, plasma cutters, Trumpf laser, and press brakes.

• Train new employees on CNC machine operation and programming.

• Design and develop fixtures to support production.

• Perform other duties as assigned by the Operations Engineering Manager.

What Do You Need?  

To be considered for this role, an individual should meet the following minimal requirements:  

• High school diploma or equivalent and/or Associates Degree

• Associates degree with 1+ years experience in a manufacturing environment required or high school diploma with 5-7+ years in high-volume manufacturing or comparable process environment required.

• Previous experience in a manufacturing environment required.

• Hands-on experience with CNC machinery, machining principles, fabrication practices, and machining processes required.

• Experience with one of the following software packages required:

• CAD software: Creo, SolidEdge.

• Specialized software: Trumpf TruBoost (laser), SigmaNest (plasma cutters), SigmaBend (press brakes).

• Strong math skills and attention to detail.

• Ability to interpret technical drawings and blueprints.

• Skilled at troubleshooting and resolving mechanical or logistical problems.

• Ability to work independently and follow directions closely.

• Positive, professional attitude with strong teamwork orientation.

Preferred experience:

• Mastercam programming and postprocessors is a plus

What Can We Give You:

 At American Augers we are always working to make sure our employees know just how valued they are. In addition to a competitive salary, an affordable and top tier medical/dental/vision plan, 401k, and many other great benefits – American Augers offers employees at our West Salem, OH location a variety of perks, including:  

Dress for your day - We know you're more productive when you're comfortable, which is why employees are encouraged to take advantage of our casual, office-plant blended environment. 

Wellness - In addition to physical wellbeing, TTC offers a variety of mental health, financial health, and other types