Sr. Manufacturing Engineer - CNC Programmer

Sr. Manufacturing Engineer - CNC Programmer

We are seeking a Sr. Manufacturing Engineer - CNC Programmer skilled in CNC programming and machining to join our growing facility located in Camden, AR. The primary responsibilities include creating, revising, and validating CNC machining programs that drive efficient and repeatable production. Our ideal candidate is an experienced professional with a deep understanding of CNC machining processes from a 3D model to a finished product, including the tooling selection, fixturing design, and machining parameters.

Essential Functions:

• Develop and revise CNC machining programs to meet engineering, quality, and efficiency standards.
• Verify programs through prove-outs on production machines and ensure proper work-holding and tooling specifications.
• Optimize cycle times while maintaining quality standards.
• Maintain program documentation and revision control.
• Create and update manufacturing work instructions while troubleshooting production issues on the shop floor.
• Train machine operators as required.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives through the identification of opportunities that will have a positive impact on the business.
• Generate and present project updates using Power Point
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree and minimum 6 years of prior relevant experience. Graduate Degree and a minimum of 4 years of prior related experience. In lieu of a degree, minimum of 10 years of prior related experience.

Preferred Additional

Skills:

• Technical degree in manufacturing technology/engineering, appropriate NIMS CNC certification, or related field experience
• Experience with some or all the following: VMCs, HMCs, Lathes, and Mills
• Experience creating CNC machining programs and programming/editing at the machine control
• Machining experience with soft/gummy materials a bonus
• Able to read and understand engineering drawings using traditional and GD&T dimensional tolerancing
• Proficient in the use of 3D modeling, CAM, and simulation software, preferably Creo, Siemens NX, and Vericut