HFO Midwest a regional distributor of CNC machine tools, tooling and accessories, and related engineering and support services, is seeking ambitious and conscientious CNC Applications Engineers for our Cincinnati, Ohioterritory. This role will provide exciting opportunities to work for a dynamic company in a fast-paced, growing industry. HFO Midwest is a division of Morris Group, Inc., one of the largest machine tool distribution networks in North America. *Job Responsibilities* As an Applications Engineer, you are responsible for the part programming of CNC Machine Tools, process development, and customer training in an industrial environment, using innovative equipment. Other duties include, but are not limited to:

• Conducting pre-sale activities and reviews including customer visits, evaluation of opportunities, machine assessment and recommendations, part processing recommendations and development of turnkey proposals
• Making accurate cost estimates, writing engineering reports, and interpreting plans and specifications
• Programming and setting up CNC lathes, CNC vertical or horizontal mills.
• Developing/ implementing custom demonstrations and training customers in the safe set up and operation of CNC machining centers and lathes
• Maintaining an in-depth technical knowledge of product lines represented by the company

Other Functions:

• Perform related duties as required.

The duties listed above are intended only as illustration of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific lists of responsibilities does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar or a logical assignment to the position.

*Job Qualifications*

• Strong hands-on machining background with at least 3 years of experience with CNC machines
• Knowledge of HAAS controls along with builder or distributor experience a plus
• Solid working knowledge of CAD/CAM software necessary
• Excellent customer service and effective communication skills required
• Frequent travel throughout our regional territory

What's in it for You: We take great pride in our employees and offer a variety of benefits that allow our employees to be successful inside and outside of work:

• Competitive starting salary
• Market competitive comprehensive health benefits including a zero premium medical plan offering, vision, dental, and company paid life insurance
• Paid Time Off, starting with 23 paid days off in your first year.
• 10 Company Paid Holidays
• 401(k) retirement plan with company contribution
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee appreciation events and perks
• Employee Assistance Program

*Mental and physical requirements:* The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Must be highly mobile, able to access all areas of the premises.

Ability to concentrate and remain focused while handling multiple tasks, responsibilities and projects.

Ability to sit for prolonged period of times.

Must be able to perform bending, twisting, stooping, reaching and lifting of moderate to heavyweight material up to 50 lbs. with assistance from equipment or other employees.

Ability to frequently use