Senior CNC Programmer

Summary:

Create programs for CNC equipment using CAD/CAM software. Improve and optimize machining processes by reviewing material removal rates for optimum tool life and increased efficiency. Ensures successful completion of CNC programming goals set forth by management.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Create and maintain multi-axis CNC programs to produce parts using CAD/CAM software. Experience applying NX, Powermill, Powershape, Partmaker or UG optimization tools is a plus.
• Experience in developing and implementing solutions in a regulated production manufacturing process.
• Develop CNC machining processes by selecting the chucking device, cutting tools, tool arrangement, and cutting speeds and feeds with emphasis on standardization.
• Witness the CNC program prove out on the machine tool and correct the programs as required.
• Prepare detailed work instructions and supervise machining process validations including operator training. Communicate effectively with Manufacturing Engineering, Product Development Engineering, plant personnel, and individuals outside the company.
• Maintain the master CNC program directory, through proper file management techniques, to ensure the integrity of CNC programs.
• Implement and report cost improvements.
• Coordinates and assigns programming tasks to other programmers as needed.
• Assist in the design of jigs, tools, fixtures, and special equipment for CNC applications.
• Ensure compliance with current CNC programming standards.
• Assist in the selection of new equipment.

Other Job Functions:

• Follow all programming file management procedures and applicable Quality Specifications to ensure compliance of CNC programs with our Quality Management System.
• Function as subject matter expert and mentor for other programmers and machinists.
• Work with multi-functional teams on improvement projects or kaizen events.

Education/Experience

• High school graduate. College or technical degree not mandatory but is a definite plus.
• Minimum five years of CNC programming experience to include three years' experience using CAD/CAM software.
• Multi axis Mill/Turn and robotic experience is a plus.

Language skills:

• Create documents and verbally communicate in a clear, concise, and effective format.

Mathematical skills:

• Strong math background including trigonometry.

Reasoning ability:

• Analytical ability to tackle production manufacturing problems.

Comments:

This job description is an outline of the major recurring responsibilities of the job and is not intended to be all-inclusive of the work to be performed. The incumbent(s) will typically perform other related job objectives and special assignments.

About Us:

Smith+Nephew is a global medical technology company. We design and manufacture technology that takes the limits off living! We support healthcare professionals to return their patients to health and mobility, helping them to perform at their fullest potential!

Care, Collaboration, & Courage:

Care means that we show empathy and understanding for each other, our customers, and patients.

Collaboration means we work together as a team, based on mutual trust and respect.

Courage is about continuous learning, innovation, and accountability.

Veterans are strongly encouraged to apply.

"Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without the need for employer sponsorship. Smith and Nephew will not hire any applicants for Sr Manufacturing Engineer who require employer sponsorship for a non-immigrant visa."

Smith+Nephew provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability.