CNC Specialist

• Setup and operate CNC machines by following appropriate schedules for Lathe or Milling cells.
• Create or edit efficient CNC programs to optimize machine utilization, tooling arrangements, product quality, and setup times.
• Set up and run Lathes or Mills as directed by the supervisor.
• Complete and maintain CNC program documentation.
• Warm up machines 30 minutes early each day and top up coolants/oils, reporting deficiencies to the Supervisor.
• Stay 30 minutes into the afternoon shift to assist with training or setup issues.
• Take after-hours support calls for the afternoon shift until 7 p.m.
• Identify and report cost-reduction opportunities, including optimizing and programming tool life.
• Train employees on new processes and new hires.
• Manage consumable tooling stock levels and remove obsolete tools from inventory with the Production Manager.
• Link engineering and production and maintain communication with shop personnel.
• Enhance older programs using improved tooling to machine parts faster.
• Lead development and maintenance of part‑specific tooling lists.
• Work with Engineering on First Article parts and new tooling.
• Participate in process improvement initiatives.

• Diploma/Degree or equivalent in CAM/CNC Programming or 10 plus years’ experience with Lathes and setting them up.
• Must have in-depth understanding of manufacturing processes such as Turning, Boring, Milling, Drilling and Tapping cycles.
• CNC machine operating, programming and process development.
• Good behavior, team player, good communicator.
• Ability to work flexible schedule to support all shifts.

Demonstrates expertise in CNC machine operation and programming, with a strong focus on optimizing manufacturing processes and tooling arrangements. Capable of training personnel and enhancing production efficiency through process improvement initiatives.

• CNC Programming
• CNC Machine Operating
• Manufacturing Processes
• Lathe Setup
• Process Improvement

• CNC Programming
• Lathe Operation
• Milling Operation
• Turning
• Boring
• Drilling
• Tapping
• Tool Life Optimization
• Program Documentation
• Tooling Arrangement

• Good Communicator
• Team Player
• Training Skills
• Flexible Schedule

• Diploma/Degree in CAM/CNC Programming

• CNC Machines
• Manufacturing Processes
• Process Development