Clow Valve 1st Shift Programming Supervisor

Purpose:

The Programming Supervisor provides oversight of the programming department develop team capabilities and implement programming strategies that improve manufacturing efficiency reduce errors support new product introductions and drive continuous improvement throughout the machine shop. 

Key Performance Indicators:

Sustainability: Complete a minimum of 10 process improvements per year.   

Customer Experience: Complete 95% of programming requests on or before due date. 

Leadership: Complete one continuous education activity per year. 

Core Functions of Position:

Programming (40%): Oversee all CNC programming activities to support quality production and projects. Collaborate with Engineering and Operations to develop efficient machining strategies. Review and approve CNC programs tooling selection work holding designs and machining processes to ensure accuracy consistency and manufacturability. Establish and maintain programming standards tool libraries and best practices while driving continuous improvements in cycle times setup reduction and machining efficiency. Create and maintain CNC setup sheets 

Leadership (30%): Provide day-to-day leadership direction and support for the programming team. Prioritize workload assign resources and ensure programming deliverables meet production schedules and project timelines. Partner with production teams to resolve manufacturing issues and drive corrective actions. Monitor key performance indicators and implement actions to improve safety quality and productivity. 

Continuous Improvement (20%): Identify and implement opportunities to improve programming processes CNC technology utilization tooling strategies and automation capabilities. Stay current with advancement in machine technologies cutting tools and manufacturing methods. Lead continuous improvement initiatives that reduce machining costs improve quality increase throughput and standardize programming practices across the organization.  

Training & Development (10%): Mentor and develop the technical capabilities of the programming team through coaching mentoring and training. Establish development plans provide regular performance feedback and promote cross-training to increase flexibility within the department. Foster a culture of accountability collaboration continuous learning and operational excellence. Facilitate CNC premium tests and documentations. Facilitate apprentice program. 

Qualifications :

Technical Skills:

Strong programming skills.   

Strong problem-solving skills.   

Knowledge of proper tooling using correct feeds and speeds 

CAD/CAM software experience(SolidWorks/Mastercam preferred) 

Multi-axis machine experience preferred  

Knowledge of Fanuc Robot operations and programming 

Education and Experience:

Required:  

High School Diploma or GED 5 years of machine programming experience.  

Preferred:  

Proven Technical/Vocational Training in CNC Machining Precision Machining Technology or Manufacturing Technology with 5 years of advanced manufacturing experience. 

Additional Information :

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
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Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time