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Rogue Fitness

Product Designer - Machining

Rogue Fitness, Columbus, Ohio, United States, 43224


Job Description:

Overview:

The Rogue product development team is looking for a CNC machining subject matter expert with a background in product design. The style and over engineering Rogue is known for will require someone with significant machining experience and with a strong background in product design. We are looking for someone who has a passion for fitness and is driven to create best in class products. Specifically, we are looking for someone who knows what is required to make machined fitness equipment that will provide both world class durability and function.

The product lines this role will be responsible for working on / overseeing, include barbells, specialty bars, dumbbells, machined rack attachments, etc.

Passion about Rogue and the strength market is critical to this role.

About Rogue Fitness:Rogue Fitness is the leading manufacturer of strength and conditioning equipment, including barbells, power racks, sleds, and accessories

Founded in a garage in 2006, the company has grown to 800+ team members at its 600,000 sq. ft. headquarters near downtown Columbus, Ohio

Rogue is the official equipment supplier of the CrossFit Games, USA Weightlifting, the Arnold Strongman Classic, and the World's Strongest Man competition

The company remains dedicated to serving the needs of serious athletes at every level, from the garage to the arena

Read more about The Rogue Way

Our Values:

We work until it's done

Everyone puts their boots on the same way

High Speed, Low Drag

Responsibilities:

Act as an integral part of the product design process, covering all aspects from concept through handover to production.

Evaluates and develops new products and improves existing products by studying market trends, applying knowledge of product design, fabrication, assembly, tooling, materials, conferring with equipment vendors and soliciting observations from operators.

Improves manufacturing efficiency for new and existing products by being cognizant of manufacturing costs, raw material yield, labor costs, packaging, warehousing and shipping costs when designing new products.

Provides manufacturing decision-making information by calculating production, labor, and material costs.

Configure and operate CNC machines safely to perform precise machining functions on metal workpieces, including mounting, installing, aligning, and securing tools, attachments, fixtures, and workpieces using hand tools and precision measuring instruments.

Program and machine prototype parts for the product design team.

Design components for new products, including modeling and creating detailed drawings for prototype parts.

Transition parts from prototype to production by developing and selecting necessary gauging, providing complete drawing packages, optimizing programs for efficiency, and selecting tooling that enhances the production process and overall production efficiency.

Qualifications:

Machining experience in one of the following industries is required, Aerospace, Firearms, Motorsports, Precision Outdoors, Marine Technology

2-5+ years CNC machining/programming experience

Must read G-code and have CNC programming experience

CAD/CAM experience

CNC experience on both Mills and lathes, including dual spindle machines

Experience in optimizing CNC programs for production

Part / Fixture design experience

Experience creating and reading engineering drawings

Bachelor's degree or higher in Product Design, Industrial Design, Mechanical Engineering, Engineering Product Design or similar area of study is preferred, but not required

Must be a fitness enthusiast

Physical Requirements:

Ability to lift parts and assemble prototypes

Ability to lift up to 80 pounds

Ability to test prototype equipment through individual use of the equipment in its intended use

Benefits:

Healthcare:

Rogue offers competitive medical, dental and vision coverage options through Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield for Rogue team members and their eligible family members, including domestic partners

Financial Protection:

Life insurance, AD&D insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability and workers' compensation are offered for eligible team members

Compensation:

We like to reward Rogue team members for their hard work and commitment to our company. Rogue has a competitive pay structure that offers team members room to grow. We conduct annual compensation reviews to ensure Rogue team members are receiving compensation commensurate with their performance

Bonus & Retirement:

Team members are eligible to earn a Performance Compensation Bonus each quarter. In addition, Rogue offers 401(k) with matching company contributions and Profit Sharing

Parental Leave:

Parental Leave is available to new Mothers and Fathers to help assist team members welcome a new child to their family. Rogue offers up to 12 weeks of paid leave to parents to enjoy with their newest addition to the family. This is available to all team members with the length of leave determined by years of service, the team member's role and whether they are the birth or non-birth parent

Vacations & Holidays:

Everyone needs some time off from work to take care of personal business, enjoy a well-earned vacation, or just unwind from the demands of everyday life. At Rogue, we offer Paid Time Off benefits in addition to paid company holidays

Work Attire Program:

Rogue Fitness recognizes the importance of helping all team members acquire the proper apparel and equipment to create a safe workplace. We provide Rogue apparel, uniforms, and personal protective equipment to all Rogue team members working in our facilities at no cost. Additional reimbursements are in place for work boots and prescription safety glasses

Rogue Team Member Perks:

Merchandise Discounts, Employee Gym Membership, Exclusive Access to Special Events, Professional Development Programs and more

By applying to Rogue, regardless of the platform you choose to use, you are agreeing to Rogue's preferred methods of communication (i.e. text message). Submitting an application, through whatever online forum is ultimately used, constitutes a knowing and voluntary agreement to send and receive text messages during the recruitment process.

Rogue Fitness is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.