CNC Programmer (CPI Support Specialist)
JOB SUMMARY:
CPI Support Specialist is an extension of the CPI team, with a priority on production. The CPI Support Specialist works closely with the Mill & Drill Department to eliminate waste in the manufacturing process and review and improve workflows as applicable. This role is responsible for writing and optimizing programs, validating and observing the proof-of-concept, creating and updating setup documentation, reducing setup, standardizing processes, and managing the tool crib.
Additionally, this role will support CNC operators on the production floor with issues they have regarding programming, tooling, or processes. The purpose of this role is to proactively address any issues while supporting any issues that arise. The CPI Support Specialist role is focused on Mill & Drill, but could go beyond to evaluate and review processes, regardless of department in manufacturing.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Evaluating existing machining processes and identifying areas for improvement.
- Determining problem resolutions and implementing improvements.
- Researching and developing new processes, equipment, and products.
- Evaluating, developing, and implementing cost-saving measures.
- Ensuring manufacturing processes and equipment comply with safety standards.
- Maintaining research and activity documentation and preparing reports.
- Ensure processes are followed to allow documentation of changes made and savings follow up.
- Collaborate with employees and supervisors to coordinate priorities across teams.
- Assesses cost effectiveness and feasibility of manufacturing processes; makes and implements recommendations to reduce costs and improve efficiency.
- Provide assistance to the production floor.
- Process throughput improvement including but not limited to possible setup reduction, tool life improvement, processing routing changes and documentation, and other needs for the floor.
- Troubleshoot manufacturing, quality and assembly issues using experience and feedback from employees.
- Write programs, validate prove-out, and generate applicable documentation to support new processes.
- Update processes to reflect the changes implemented in Epicor
- Performs other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS:
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.
- Degree in manufacturing, industrial, or mechanical engineering or 5-10 years of applicable experience
- Experience evaluating and troubleshooting manufacturing processes and programming
- Experience using CAD, CAM, Mastercam, data analysis programs, and related software
- Understanding of plant engineering, industrial engineering, and tooling
- Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software to prepare budgets and records
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
- Strong organization, management, and problem-solving skills
- High level of technical expertise with CNC machines, automation, and general shop tooling
- Advanced analytical thinking skills
- Proficient ability to document thoroughly
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- 2+ years of experience in manufacturing, industrial, or continuous improvement engineering
- Yellow/Green Belt six sigma certification
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
The physical demands described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
- Long periods of standing; frequent walking
- Stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, and reaching
- Use of hands and fingers to handle or feel objects, tools, or controls
- Must be able to lift 25 pounds.
- Close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, ability to adjust focus
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
The work environment characteristics described are representative of those an employee encounters while performing essential functions of this job.
- Exposure to fumes or airborne particles
- Exposure to moving mechanical parts, toxic or caustic chemicals, and risk of electrical shock
- Exposure to high noise level
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- None.
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Maxcess is an equal employment opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, sex, disability, age, pregnancy, national origin, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We are committed to diversity and inclusion, and all qualified candidates are encouraged to apply.
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