Penn Engineering-posted about 1 year ago
Full-time • Mid Level
Danboro, PA
Fabricated Metal Product Manufacturing

The Tool Room - CNC Team Lead position at PennEngineering involves overseeing the Tool Room Department, ensuring efficient operations, and leading a team of machinists in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. The role requires a strong background in machining operations and CNC programming, with a focus on quality production and team collaboration.

  • Coordinates the Department activity, including scheduling, preventative maintenance, capacity planning, training, capital acquisition, safety, supplies, and performance measurement.
  • Establishes methods, programs, and fixtures in the production of manufactured tooling.
  • Manages the workflow in the Tool Room Department along with supervision to ensure schedules are met.
  • Communicates all issues of operations to the Department Supervisor.
  • Identifies and implements the most efficient methods of manufacturing to produce a quality product.
  • Creates source codes of machining sequences by using Engineering drawings, CAD files, and Cam Programs.
  • Identifying new equipment for future business opportunities and integrating automated systems and robotics into tool manufacturing to enhance precision and efficiency.
  • Creates holding fixtures for machines to make specific tooling production possible as necessary.
  • Manages and prioritizes daily activities in the tool room to ensure timely completion of projects and maintenance tasks.
  • Oversees the programming, setup, and operation of CNC lathes, mills, EDM machines, and grinders to produce precision parts according to engineering drawings and specifications.
  • Troubleshoots machinery and equipment issues to minimize downtime and maintain optimal performance.
  • Oversees tooling inventory and material, ensuring adequate stock levels and proper maintenance to support production needs.
  • Trains and mentors tool room technicians on CNC programming, setup procedures, and best practices for machining operations.
  • Collaborates with engineering and production teams to support new product development and process improvement initiatives.
  • Ensures compliance with safety regulations and maintains a clean and organized work environment.
  • Ensures finished tool meets customer expectations.
  • Prior experience in a supervisory or leadership role within a manufacturing setting.
  • High School Diploma or GED with 8-10 years of manufacturing, design, tooling, tool designing, manufacturing experience.
  • Associates degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or Materials Engineering (Preferred).
  • Vocational training or certification in CNC machining or related field.
  • Experience with CAM software (e.g., Mastercam) for CNC programming.
  • Ability to operate a variety of machining equipment, including lathes, mills, grinders, and EDMs (Preferred).
  • Understanding of cutting tools and ability to find improvements in the process.
  • Proven leadership skills to effectively train, monitor, and provide feedback on performance.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication and math skills.
  • Computer skills, particularly the ability to use Microsoft Office products and data management.
  • Ability to organize and prioritize multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
  • Associates degree in a relevant engineering field.
  • Experience with various machining equipment.
  • PTO
  • Holiday pay
  • 401K
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Medical insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • Company provided technology including Laptop, necessary monitors and hardware for office, iPhone, etc.
  • Employee centric culture
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