Team Leader machining 2nd shift

LT Staffing•Fall River, MA

11d

About The Position

- Ensure that programmers are properly utilizing computer-aided design (CAD) and computer-aided manufacturing (CAM) software to select the appropriate cutting tools and speeds/feeds for a variety of material types in order to create CNC programs and instructions used to run a CNC machine - Troubleshoots complex machining and provides guidance to employees in the processing of those machining tasks - Analyze job orders, drawings, blueprints, specifications, and design data to determine the appropriate machine tool, work holding and cutter selection, machine speeds, and feed rates - Observe machine trial runs or conduct computer simulations to ensure that programs and machinery will function properly and produce items that meet specifications - Oversee writing, storing, and modifying of original and/or existing CNC programs to enhance efficiency. Correct and guide programmers to resolve any CNC programming issues. - Coordinate with design engineering on best practices and designs for machinability - Provide progress, status, and troubleshooting reports to management - Approves recommended tooling purchases to determine the best consumables for particular processes and to ensure that operational budgets are met and maintained - Maintains work area in a neat and organized manner to 5S standards - Provide advanced training to machine shop employees and programmers in the operation of CNC equipment and set up - Provides feedback to management on an individual’s progress, abilities and aptitude - Serves as the subject matter expert within the machining department, resolving complex issues - Designs and fabricates fixtures as required and participates in high level project reviews - Coordinates all shipping activities on second shift - Coordinates all second shift manufacturing activities in absence of supervisor - Participates in the interview processes to evaluate technical abilities - Performs other duties as assigned

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent
15+ years of experience operating and programming CNC equipment
Ability to use Microsoft Office (Outlook, Teams, Word)
Demonstrated ability to lead a team in a heavy manufacturing environment
Capability to mentor and train others and to share knowledge
Blueprint reading, basic math, and understanding of measuring devices
Good computer skills and advanced proficiency in querying, monitoring, and inputting NC machine and system data
Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, with the ability to apply mathematical functions
Advanced knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs and uses
Able to keep team members well informed and to draw on other's expertise when required
Ability to interpret engineering documentation and write appropriate machine-level instructions, including revisions to existing programs
Ability to professionally communicate and work cooperatively with others
Ability to manage time effectively to meet strict time deadlines and production volumes
Judgment to comply with instructions, prescribed routines, methods, and practices
Attention to detail and ability to handle multiple priorities
Willingness to learn and to train others

Nice To Haves

Graduate of machining vocational or technical training program

Responsibilities

Ensure that programmers are properly utilizing computer-aided design (CAD) and computer-aided manufacturing (CAM) software
Troubleshoots complex machining and provides guidance to employees in the processing of those machining tasks
Analyze job orders, drawings, blueprints, specifications, and design data
Observe machine trial runs or conduct computer simulations
Oversee writing, storing, and modifying of original and/or existing CNC programs
Coordinate with design engineering on best practices and designs for machinability
Provide progress, status, and troubleshooting reports to management
Approves recommended tooling purchases
Maintains work area in a neat and organized manner to 5S standards
Provide advanced training to machine shop employees and programmers
Provides feedback to management on an individual’s progress, abilities and aptitude
Serves as the subject matter expert within the machining department, resolving complex issues
Designs and fabricates fixtures as required and participates in high level project reviews
Coordinates all shipping activities on second shift
Coordinates all second shift manufacturing activities in absence of supervisor
Participates in the interview processes to evaluate technical abilities
Performs other duties as assigned