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Roles & Responsibilities:
Coordinate daily activities of CNC machinists, operators, and setup technicians.
Assign work based on production schedules, machine capacity, and employee skill levels.
Ensure all aerospace components meet engineering drawings, specifications, and customer requirements.
Monitor machine performance, production output, and quality metrics to achieve productivity goals.
Verify proper setup of CNC mills, lathes, and multi-axis machining centers.
Troubleshoot machining, tooling, and programming issues to minimize downtime.
Collaborate with Manufacturing Engineering, Quality, Maintenance, and Planning departments to resolve production challenges.
Ensure compliance with aerospace quality standards such as AS9100, customer specifications, and internal procedures.
Conduct first-piece inspections and ensure in-process inspections are completed.
Maintain a safe work environment by enforcing OSHA regulations and company safety policies.
Train, mentor, and evaluate CNC machinists and operators.
Perform employee performance reviews, coaching, and disciplinary actions when necessary.
Monitor tooling inventory and coordinate preventive maintenance schedules.
Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on productivity, quality, scrap reduction, and cycle time improvements.
Support lean manufacturing initiatives including 5S, Kaizen, and waste reduction activities.
Qualifications:
High school diploma or GED required; Associate degree or technical certification preferred.
5-10 years of CNC machining experience in a precision manufacturing environment.
2-5 years of supervisory or team leadership experience.
Strong knowledge of CNC milling, turning, and multi-axis machining.
Ability to interpret GD&T, blueprints, and engineering drawings.
Experience with ERP/MRP systems.
Proficiency with precision measuring instruments such as micrometers, calipers, bore gauges, and CMMs.
Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
Knowledge of G-code and CNC programming.
Experience with CAD/CAM software (Mastercam, NX, GibbsCAM, etc.).
Familiarity with aerospace materials including titanium, Inconel, aluminum, and stainless steel.
Understanding of SPC, Root Cause Analysis, and Corrective Actions.
Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma experience.
Ability to manage KPIs and production metrics.
Experience in aerospace manufacturing preferred.
Benefits:
401(k)
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Referral program
Vision insurance
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