AFMW - CNC Programmer Manufacturing Engineer

AFMW - CNC Programmer Manufacturing Engineer

The Manufacturing Engineer – CNC Programmer is responsible to support production operations. The responsibilities include developing CNC programs to support the operation. Additional responsibilities include ensuring safety, supporting production and on time performance, quality, housekeeping, integrity, attainment of budgeted goals, adherence to company policies, and good employee relations with the production employees. This position requires the incumbent to coordinate and manage multiple projects simultaneously and to envision and relate the effects of changes in one area or system to multiple other operating systems.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED

This position reports directly to the VP of Operations.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED

This position does not provide direct supervision to employees; however, it may provide indirect supervision to Machine Shop employees.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE POSITION

• Create and provide CNC programs for the shop floor.
• Maintain all existing programs, databases, routings and drawings to be up to current revision levels.
• Set up and maintain computer manufacturing and production machines.
• Program precision computer equipment according to per-job specifications.
• Read schematics, blueprints, and other documentation.
• Write and maintain inspection and programming logs and manuals.
• Quote all new machined products to include any special tooling, gauging, and fixtures striving to achieve twenty‑four‑hour responsiveness.
• Coordinate all DCA information and create part routings and maintain systems for all items processed in the Machine Shop and Foundry.
• Enter all purchased complete items as well as create and enter all part numbers for all outside special QA requirements.
• Create models in CREO and Master Cam for all parts that require manufacturing toolpath/part programs.
• Correspond with customer engineering groups regarding part geometry issues, CAD data, and step files.
• Develop and document all new equipment processes and standards that satisfy the needs of the manufacturing facility.
• Communicate project status and progress on a timely basis.
• Evaluate and assist in implementing cost cutting, productivity, and efficiency methods.
• Direct, lead, and execute strategies to ensure sustainable results that meet or exceed financial and operational targets.
• Contribute to monthly safety, delivery, quality, production, inventory, and financial metrics.
• Prioritize projects and coordinate activities with other shifts and departments.
• Align with established operating policies consistent with Ashland Foundry & Machine Works LLC’s vision and mission.
• Create safety awareness by actively observing, auditing, and coaching safe work behaviors.
• Ensure compliance with safety and environmental rules and regulations.
• Ensure proper execution of policies and procedures within areas of responsibility.
• Must have good attendance and be reliable.
• Support operations by filling in for production supervisors when necessary.
• All other duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Ability to edit, interpret, and program G‑code efficiently.
• Analyze job orders, drawings, blueprints, specifications, printed circuit board pattern films, and design data to calculate dimensions, tool selection, machine speeds, and feed rates.
• Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in production of precision technical plans, blueprints, drawings, and models.
• Monitor gauges, dials, or other indicators to ensure machine operation.
• Apply logic and reasoning to identify strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions.
• Effectively communicate information and ideas verbally and in writing.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with supervisors and employees.
• Operate a personal computer and secure information using data processing, spreadsheet, word processing, database, and graphics programs.
• Read, write, speak, and understand English sufficient for job duties.
• Understand plant equipment and production processes.
• Active listening and coordination skills.
• Critical thinking and employee resource management.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Associate degree or equivalent.
• High School Diploma/GED.
• Three (3)…