CNC Machining Process Engineering Manager

Sanmina Corporation; Fremont (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Sanmina Corporation in Fremont, California, seeks a CNC Machining Process Engineering Manager to lead advanced, large-part manufacturing using 4- and 5-axis CNC machines and CAD/CAM tools.

You will guide CNC programming, tooling strategies, and NPI efforts, while driving cost, schedule, and quality improvements in a fast-paced ITAR facility.

A BS in Mechanical Engineering and 5+ years of machining process design plus 3+ years of leadership are required; tuition reimbursement is offered.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience creating CNC machining processes for very large parts.
• 3+ years of experience directly managing CNC programmers and/or manufacturing engineers.
• BS in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent technical work experience.
• Expert-level understanding of 4 and 5-axis machining and CAD/CAM software tools.
• Proficient user of Excel, PowerPoint and/or similar tools.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead CNC programming and work-holding team to create accurate routers and work instructions.
• Direct New Product Introduction (NPI) with internal and external stakeholders to meet specs.
• Provide DFM/DFC feedback to customers using CAD/CAM tools.
• Own quality through robust process design and in-process inspection routines.
• Drive continuous improvement to reduce cycle times and boost first-pass yields.
• Plan machine technology and plant layouts for optimal flow and ROI.
• Mentor engineers and manage KPI-driven performance.

Skills

CNC programming

Team leadership

4-axis machining

5-axis machining

CAD/CAM

Excel

PowerPoint

Education

Bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

CAD/CAM software

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

As the CNC Machining Process Engineering Manager, you will be a cornerstone of our plant leadership team. You will lead the design and implementation of complex machining processes for very large, high-precision machined parts using state-of-the-art 4 and 5-axis CNC machines and advanced CAD/CAM tools.

In this role, you aren’t just creating CNC programs; you are creating the processes for bringing complex designs to life for the world’s most advanced semiconductor and aerospace companies. For a leader looking to grow, this position offers exciting day to day challenges and a path toward Senior Engineering or Operations Management.

Key Responsibilities

Process Design & Technical Leadership

• Lead the Team: Manage resources responsible for CNC programming, work-holding design, in-process inspection routines, and the creation of accurate routers and work instructions.
• NPI Ownership: Direct the New Product Introduction (NPI) process, collaborating with internal and external stake holders to ensure new products meet cost, schedule, and performance specs.
• DFM Support: Act as a technical consultant to customers, utilizing best-in-class tools to provide Design for Manufacturability (DFM) and Cost (DFC) feedback.
• Quality by Design: Own the engineering processes that ensure part quality through robust process design, manual/automated in-process inspection routines, and strict adherence to production standards.

Operational Excellence

• Continuous Improvement: Drive initiatives to reduce cycle times, increase first-pass yields, minimize setup times, and improve machine utilization.
• Data Integrity: Maintain the accuracy of machining cycle times, manufacturing methods, and production documentation to meet cost and quality targets.
• Problem Solving: Lead root-cause analysis and corrective action (RCCA) through structured problem-solving methods.
• Technology Planning and Implementation: Select and deploy new CNC machinery and material handling equipment based on ROI; design plant layouts for optimal flow.

Team Management

• Mentorship: Motivate the engineering team through leadership by example, fostering a culture of accountability and professional growth.
• KPI Management: Develop and maintain departmental Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) to track and improve organizational performance.

Job Requirements

• Experience: 5+ years of experience creating CNC machining processes for very large parts (60" x 60" x 50" or larger).
• Leadership: 3+ years of experience directly managing CNC programmers and/or manufacturing engineers.
• Education: BS in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent technical work experience.
• Technical Savvy: Expert-level understanding of 4 and 5-axis machining and CAD/CAM software tools. Proficient user of Excel, PowerPoint and/or similar tools.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.

What We Offer:

Growth & Development:

Sanmina offers tuition reimbursement to help you earn essential certifications, specialize your skills, or pursue a formal college degree to advance your career.

This is an ITAR facility and applicant must be a US Citizen or a lawful permanent resident

Sanmina is an Equal Opportunity Employer – M/F/Veteran/Disability/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity