CNC Programmer / Machine Shop Supervisor

East/West Industries, Inc.; Town of Islip (NY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

Life Insurance

Long-Term Disability

Aflac voluntary benefits

PTO (3 weeks accrued first year)

10 Paid Holidays

Flexible Spending Accounts

401(k) with matching

Pet Insurance

9/80 work schedule

Job summary

East/West Industries, Inc. is seeking a CNC Programmer / Machine Shop Supervisor to lead daily shop operations, prioritize production and prototyping, and optimize manufacturing methods.

You will program CNC machines for 3, 4, and 5-axis operations and design tooling to support engineering and production activities. The role requires strong leadership, 7+ years in manufacturing (aerospace a plus), and proficiency in GD&T reading.

Qualifications

• U.S. Citizenship required.
• High school diploma or GED (vocational training preferred).
• 7+ years of industry experience (manufacturing/aerospace experience a plus).
• Proficiency in CNC programming for 3, 4, and 5-axis milling and turning operations.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, including GD&T.
• Strong leadership and supervisory skills, with recent lead or supervisory experience.
• Lean Manufacturing principles and Six Sigma familiarity preferred.
• Haas Controller experience a plus.
• SolidWorks experience a plus.
• Master CAM experience a plus.
• Model-Based Definition (MBD) experience a plus.
• Manufacturing Engineering background preferred.
• Familiarity with AS 9100 standards preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support machinists and oversee daily machine shop operations.
• Distribute workload within machine shop department.
• Coordinate and prioritize machine shop activities for production, R&D, and prototyping.
• Program CNC machines using advanced CAM software and digital design data.
• Design and produce tools, jigs, and fixtures to support production and engineering needs.
• Collaborate with engineering to improve manufacturability and process efficiency.
• Define tooling and fixturing requirements and provide input on tool designs.
• Prepare cost estimates on tooling and production designs in support of make/buy decisions.
• Calculate cutting parameters and develop method sheets for setups and machining processes.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and operational goals.
• Perform additional duties as required to meet departmental needs.

Skills

Leadership & supervision

Decision-making

Problem solving

Lean manufacturing awareness

Education

High school diploma or GED

Vocational training preferred

Tools

Haas Controller

SolidWorks

Master CAM

Model-Based Definition (MBD)

Job description

Job Summary

The CNC Programmer/Machine Shop Supervisor plays a key role in overseeing machine shop personnel, machinery, and processes to optimize quality, schedule, and cost. This position is responsible for coordinating and prioritizing production and prototyping tasks, optimizing manufacturing methods, and collaborating with engineering to enhance the manufacturability of designs. The role also involves designing tooling and templates to support various departments and ensuring efficient CNC programming for 3, 4, and 5-axis milling and turning operations.

Essential Functions

• Lead and support machinists and assist in overseeing daily machine shop operations.
• Distribute workload within machine shop department.
• Coordinate and prioritize machine shop activities for production, R&D, and prototyping.
• Program CNC machines using advanced CAM software and digital design data.
• Design and produce tools, jigs, and fixtures to support production and engineering needs.
• Collaborate with engineering to improve manufacturability and process efficiency.
• Define tooling and fixturing requirements and provide input on tool designs.
• Prepare cost estimates on tooling and production designs in support of make/buy decisions.
• Calculate cutting parameters and develop method sheets for setups and machining processes.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and operational goals.
• Perform additional duties as required to meet departmental needs.

Qualifications

• U.S. Citizenship required.
• High school diploma or GED (vocational training preferred).
• 7+ years of industry experience (manufacturing/aerospace experience a plus).
• Proficiency in CNC programming for 3, 4, and 5-axis milling and turning operations.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, including Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T).
• Strong leadership and supervisory skills, with recent lead or supervisory experience.
• Strong decision‑making abilities and a solutions‑oriented approach.
• Working knowledge of Lean Manufacturing principles and Six Sigma methodologies preferred.
• Haas Controller experience a plus.
• SolidWorks experience a plus.
• Master CAM experience a plus.
• Model-Based Definition (MBD) experience a plus.
• Manufacturing Engineering background preferred.
• Familiarity with AS 9100 standards preferred.

This role offers an excellent opportunity for an experienced CNC programmer with a passion for leadership and process improvement to contribute to a dynamic and innovative team.

Job Title: CNC Programmer / Machine Shop Supervisor

Reports To: Production Manager

Job Type: Full time

FLSA Classification: Exempt

Salary Range: $90k to $110k per year. This estimated range represents a good faith projection of what we believe is a competitive compensation range for this position. Please understand that the offered salary will be determined based on factors such as the applicant's credentials, experiences, and the specific requirements of the role, as well as potential internal equity and external market considerations. We do not customarily hire at the top end of the range. East/West adheres to pay transparency and equity principles and strives to remain competitive within the market. We welcome candidates from diverse backgrounds and experiences to apply. The full compensation package will be shared and discussed during the hiring process. In addition to the base salary, East/West is committed to supporting our team's well‑being and professional growth through a comprehensive benefits package. This generous benefits package, includes but is not limited to:

• Medical, Dental, Vision
• Life Insurance, Long‑Term Disability
• Aflac Voluntary benefits (Critical Illness, Accident, Hospital, STD)
• PTO (3 weeks accrued first year!)
• 10 Paid Holidays
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• 401(k) with matching
• Pet Insurance
• 9/80 work schedule (Every other Friday off)

EOE / Veteran

EAST/WEST INDUSTRIES INC. is a woman‑owned small business located in Ronkonkoma, NY. We are a world leader in the development and production of aircraft seats and life support systems for high‑performance military aircraft, and ground support equipment for servicing such aircraft.