CNC Engineering Manager

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the development, validation, and optimization of advanced CNC programs for multi-axis mills, lathes, and laser cutting equipment.
• Establish best-in-class CNC programming standards, including toolpath strategies, feeds and speeds, and machine utilization.
• Develop and implement standardized setups, tooling solutions, and work instructions to reduce setup time and improve repeatability.
• Serve as the subject matter expert for CNC machining, providing technical leadership in complex programming and process challenges.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on reducing cycle times, increasing spindle uptime, and improving operator-to-machine ratios.
• Analyze machining processes to identify bottlenecks and implement solutions such as automation, advanced tooling, and optimized cutting strategies.
• Lead new product introductions by developing efficient, scalable CNC machining processes and ensuring design for manufacturability (DFM).
• Collaborate closely with estimating, design engineering, and production teams to optimize part manufacturability and cost.
• Partner with maintenance to improve machine reliability, preventative maintenance strategies, and overall equipment effectiveness (OEE).
• Monitor and drive performance metrics including cycle time, scrap rate, tool life, and OEE.
• Lead root cause analysis and corrective actions for machining and quality issues, with a strong focus on process capability.
• Provide training, mentorship, and technical development for CNC programmers, manufacturing engineers, and machinists.
• Supervise and develop CNC engineering and programming teams, ensuring alignment with organizational goals.
• Foster a culture of technical excellence, accountability, safety, and continuous improvement.
• Ensure all CNC processes comply with AS9100 and customer-specific requirements.
• Maintain comprehensive CNC process documentation, including setup sheets, tooling lists, and program revision control.
• Support internal and external audits through strong process control and documentation traceability.