Programming & Automation Manager (Mass Timber)

SmartLam Technologies Group; Dothan, Northern (AL, KY); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

SmartLam North America is seeking a Programming Manager to lead all programming and digital production workflows for mass timber products, including CLT panels and glulam beams. This role bridges engineering, production and project management to ensure accurate, efficient machining programs that meet quality and delivery requirements.

The position requires strong PLC/CNC knowledge, leadership experience, and a proven track record of optimizing cycle times and tooling paths.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Manufacturing Technology, or equivalent.
• 5+ years programming experience.
• Strong PLC and CNC machining knowledge.
• Leadership or supervisory experience.
• Knowledge of TIA Portal and RSLogix 5000.

Responsibilities

• Lead programming activities for mass timber components using Siemens and Rockwell PLC software.
• Develop, validate, and optimize machine programs for finger joint line, planers, presses, CNC routers, beam processors, and panel processing lines.
• Ensure programs meet engineering drawings and customer specifications.
• Maintain programming standards, documentation, and version control.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Design, and Project Management teams.
• Support production planning and scheduling.
• Act as technical liaison with equipment and software vendors.
• Troubleshoot machining and fit-up issues.
• Improve cycle times, tooling paths, and material yield.
• Assign workloads and manage priorities.
• Provide technical training and development.
• Drive automation and digital workflow improvements.
• Support new equipment and software implementation.

Skills

Programming

Leadership

CNC machining

Team management

Vendor liaison

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field

Tools

TIA Portal

RSLogix 5000

Siemens PLC

Rockwell PLC

Job description

SmartLam North America is seeking a Programming Manager to lead all programming and digital production workflows for mass timber products, including CLT panels and glulam beams. This role bridges engineering, production and project management to ensure accurate, efficient machining programs that meet quality and delivery requirements.

The position requires strong PLC/CNC knowledge, leadership experience, and a proven track record of optimizing cycle times and tooling paths.