CNC Programmer

Triangle Manufacturing Company, Inc.; Upper Freehold Township (NJ); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in precision engineering seeks a Manufacturing Engineer responsible for enhancing manufacturing operations, ensuring quality, and training production associates. The role requires a strong foundation in CNC programming and Lean principles, fostering a culture of continuous improvement in a supportive team environment.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years related experience in manufacturing.
• Understanding of CNC setups and operations.

Responsibilities

• Create and update CNC programs and documentation.
• Set-up and operate CNC and secondary equipment.
• Develop new manufacturing operations in collaboration with engineers.

Skills

CNC programming

Lean Manufacturing

Quality Management System

Education

Manufacturing Technology Certification

Job description

Providing Engineering and Manufacturing solutions since 1955, Triangle specializes in the precision engineering and manufacturing of highly complex, tight-tolerance machined parts and assemblies. Triangle continues to thrive in more than 107,000 square feet over four state-of-the-art facilities at our Upper Saddle River, NJ campus. As a family-owned company, we foster a workplace that supports customer-driven, growth-oriented values and has a passion for surpassing expectations. We invest in our associates and create a supportive, team-based environment for learning, innovation, and advancement.

Triangle is not only a family-run business; it's also a place where our associates feel like family. We believe in the same values and bring the same passion to our work each day to make a difference in people's lives.

SUMMARY
Responsible for the successful outcome of the development and implementation of one or more manufacturing operations for a part-specific process by creating a capable process, eliminating defects and waste and adhering to the Quality Management System, all applicable regulations and Lean Manufacturing principles.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
Creates and/or updates CNC programs, set-up sheets, tool sheets and other documentation related to the manufacturing process, using company-standard software applications.
Sets-up and operates CNC and secondary equipment in order to prove-out the operation, troubleshoots and revises programs, and ensures all tooling is available.
Supports the quoting process by estimating production times, resource requirements, etc. for specific manufacturing operations.
Reviews designs for manufacturability relative to a specific operation, and adds or revises specifications as needed, including GD&T.
Tests and inspects products during the manufacturing operation to determine if items meet specifications, complying with established standards and methods for inspection, testing, evaluation and calibration
Develops manufacturing operation for new and existing projects, collaborating with the Manufacturing Engineer, adhering to customer specifications and all applicable requirements, and using as many company standard processes and tools as possible.
Provides training, coaching, mentoring as required in support of operators in establishing the methods and understanding for production associates to operate jobs effectively
Teams with the Manufacturing Engineer to develop and effectively implement the inspection plan.
Performs specific validation activities (IQ, OQ, PQ) designed to qualify the equipment and the process, as required.
Designs and/or manufactures work-holding devices and tooling, and based on tool life, establishes the re-order points to ensure availability.
Assists Manufacturing Engineer with investigating root cause of customer and/or supplier rejections and internal quality failures, as well as helps to disposition non-conforming parts and implement effective corrective action as required.
At post-production, reviews and evaluates specific manufacturing operations, including equipment performance and product quality, in order to recommend and implement improvements.
Provides on-the-job training to ensure the set-up associate and operator fully understand the process, inspection and documentation requirements, and can achieve quality and productivity standards. May also assist with developing training curriculums and providing effective follow-up to training programs.
Supports the implementation of applicable lean manufacturing techniques with production associates.
Understands and complies with company policies, safety guidelines, quality system procedures and housekeeping standards.

QUALIFICATIONS To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and/or Experience
Manufacturing Technology Certification and 3-5 years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.