Automation-Centric CNC Programmer & Project Lead

Job Juncture; Plymouth (MN); On-site; USD 52,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

Job Juncture seeks an experienced CNC programmer and project lead to create and update CAM programs, document tooling/setup procedures, and drive automation-focused improvements. You will mentor teams, select tooling and equipment, and lead small projects for continuous improvement in a fast-paced shop.

Responsibilities include leading new equipment implementations, interfacing with design and shop floor personnel, and using CAD/CAM tools to optimize part-to-part changeovers.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or 2 years of technical training in machine tool technology.
• Experience programming turning operations including lathes and mill-turns.
• MasterCAM Mill experience is a plus.
• CAD (SolidWorks) to create CAM programs.
• Setup and operate a wide range of CNC machining centers.
• Mentor and lead projects and group activities.
• Analyze data and present summaries to justify changes.
• Communicate with Design Engineering, Machinists, Operators and Inspectors.
• Use Excel and ERP to track consumables and maintenance.
• Select and implement new mill-turn automation.

Responsibilities

• Create and maintain CNC programs using CAM software.
• Document tooling and setup procedures to maximize changeovers.
• Lead small projects and continuous improvement efforts.
• Assist with material, tooling and machine selection for improvements.
• Lead equipment selection and implementation with automation emphasis.

Skills

CNC programming

MasterCAM Mill

SolidWorks CAD

Setup and operation

Project leadership

Data analysis

Team communication

Excel & ERP

Automation (mill-turn)

Machining center ops

Education

Associate degree / technical training

Tools

MasterCAM Mill

SolidWorks

ERP software

CAM software package

Job description

Job Juncture seeks an experienced CNC programmer and project lead to create and update CAM programs, document tooling/setup procedures, and drive automation-focused improvements. You will mentor teams, select tooling and equipment, and lead small projects for continuous improvement in a fast-paced shop.

Responsibilities include leading new equipment implementations, interfacing with design and shop floor personnel, and using CAD/CAM tools to optimize part-to-part changeovers.