Design- CNC Programmer

• Locations 800 S State College, Fullerton, CA, 92831, US (On-site)
• Job Schedule Full time
• Export-Controlled Data This position entails access to export-controlled items and employment offers are conditioned upon an applicant's ability to lawfully obtain access to such items

Howmet Fastening Systems (HFS) is seeking a Design- CNC Programmer in our Fullerton, CA location.

Summary:

The CNC Specialist serves as the technical leader for CNC manufacturing operations, responsible for programming, tooling strategy, process optimization, machine performance, and manufacturing support across all CNC equipment. This role partners with Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, Maintenance, Purchasing, and Tooling Suppliers to develop standardized machining processes, maximize spindle utilization, reduce setup times, improve Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE), and support lights-out manufacturing initiatives.

The CNC Specialist is expected to drive continuous improvement through standardized tooling, machining best practices, operator development, vendor collaboration, and advanced manufacturing technologies while ensuring safe, reliable, and cost-effective production.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Develop, optimize, and maintain CNC programs using Mastercam.
• Program and support Vertical Machining Centers (VMC), Horizontal Machining Centers (HMC), CNC Lathes, Swiss-Type CNC Machines, Multi-Spindle Screw Machines, Mill-Turn Centers, Dual-Spindle, Multi-Turret, and Triple-Turret CNC equipment.
• Develop standardized machining strategies that maximize machine performance, improve repeatability, and reduce setup time.
• Optimize cycle times, toolpaths, feeds and speeds, cutter engagement, and machining parameters to improve productivity and quality.
• Support new product introduction by developing manufacturing processes from prototype through full-rate production.

Tooling & Manufacturing Support

• Develop and implement standardized tooling systems across multiple machine platforms.
• Establish redundant tooling strategies to maximize spindle utilization and minimize production interruptions.
• Design and improve work holding, fixtures, tool packages, and setup methods that increase manufacturing flexibility.
• Evaluate cutting tool performance and implement improvements that extend tool life, improve surface finish, and reduce machining costs.
• Support lights-out manufacturing through robust tooling strategies, process reliability, and machine readiness.
• Troubleshoot machining, tooling, and process issues while providing hands-on support to manufacturing operations.
• Serve as the primary technical liaison between Manufacturing and tooling suppliers.
• Coordinate with cutting tool manufacturers to evaluate new tooling technologies, machining strategies, coatings, inserts, holders, and work holding solutions.
• Partner with Purchasing to define tooling requirements, obtain quotations, manage supplier recommendations, and support procurement activities.
• Assist with tooling cost reduction initiatives through standardization, supplier partnerships, and continuous evaluation of new technologies.
• Coordinate vendor visits, technical demonstrations, process trials, and equipment evaluations.
• Support capital equipment projects by recommending tooling packages, accessories, automation solutions, and machining technologies.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

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