CNC Lathe Department Leader

Warren Screw Products Inc.•Warren, MI

11d

About The Position

This position will collaborate with Supervisors and Managers regarding equipment needs, placement of new equipment, maintaining equipment and setting priorities. Responsible for execution of multiple projects and coordination of machining activities in one of and / or multiple machining areas.

Requirements

A minimum of 5 years CNC department management experience in the manufacturing industry.
Knowledge and experience of machining a variety of materials, CNC set up, operation and programming.
The candidate must also have a strong understanding of machining fundamentals, and machine shop best practices.
10+ years’ experience in a machining / machine tool industry
Working knowledge and competent in MasterCam/Fanuc Controls
Ability to write CNC machine programs
Able to interpret engineering drawings
Team player, able to give / take direction and be self-directed when needed
High regard for safety standards
Familiarity with HAAS 3, 4 & 5 Axis, computer numerically controlled (CNC) machine tool operating procedures.
Experience in utilizing Microsoft Office, Windows, Projects, CAD and Power Point required
Ability to speak and / or give directions in front of an audience required
Must have working command of the English language, and be able to effective communicate

Nice To Haves

Supervisory experience preferred
Knowledge of Mechanical Standards, tooling assembly & setup desired

Responsibilities

Operate, and maintain operations of the CNC controlled machines according to company production standards.
Perform setups, tool changes, & programming on all machines in the department.
Perform preventative maintenance and quality inspections accordingly.
Problem solve & troubleshoot equipment and perform repairs or component replacements as needed.
Writing programs for the CNC machines.
Ensures the CNC programs are done, downloaded and the CNC machinists are cost effectively producing finished details on the machines.
Filling in on CNC machine running parts as required.
Ensures compliance with safety procedures and practices good housekeeping.
Train and develop CNC machinist.
Day to day supervision of CNC Machinists.
Participate and / or lead interviewing all potential candidates for department.