CNC Programming Lead & Process Innovator

Precision Castparts; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 180,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

Precision Castparts seeks a strategic leader to standardize CNC programming, oversee advanced manufacturing processes, and drive organizational efficiency. The role involves guiding high-precision projects, evaluating new CNC tech, and implementing automation, robotics, and Industry 4.0 initiatives.

Lead cross-functional teams, shape tooling strategies, and steer Lean/Six Sigma improvements while interfacing with customers and senior engineering leadership.

Qualifications

• Proficient in CNC programming with Mastercam.
• Expertise in CAD/CAM systems and advanced machining.
• Experience with automation, robotics, and Industry 4.0.
• Strong leadership, project management, and strategic planning abilities.
• Deep understanding of manufacturing economics and cost analysis.
• Ability to influence business and engineering decisions.

Responsibilities

• Define and standardize CNC programming processes across the organization.
• Lead complex, high-precision, or high-risk manufacturing projects.
• Evaluate and implement new CNC technologies, software, and automation.
• Develop best practices for programming, tooling, and machining strategies.
• Drive continuous improvement (Lean, Six Sigma initiatives).
• Provide technical leadership and decision-making authority.
• Interface with customers, vendors, and senior engineering leadership.
• Oversee training programs and workforce development.

Skills

CNC programming

Leadership

Strategic planning

Project management

Manufacturing cost analysis

Decision making

Lean Six Sigma

Tools

Mastercam

CAD/CAM systems

Automation

Robotics

Industry 4.0

Job description

Precision Castparts seeks a strategic leader to standardize CNC programming, oversee advanced manufacturing processes, and drive organizational efficiency. The role involves guiding high-precision projects, evaluating new CNC tech, and implementing automation, robotics, and Industry 4.0 initiatives.

Lead cross-functional teams, shape tooling strategies, and steer Lean/Six Sigma improvements while interfacing with customers and senior engineering leadership.