Programming Manager

Location: Manchester, New Hampshire, United States, Nashua, New Hampshire, United States

Department: Engineering

Workplace: on_site

Employment Type: full

Description

POSITION SUMMARY

Manage the Programming Department. Development of the CNC programming and establish procedures for maintaining high standards of engineering and manufacturing operations.  Machining fixture development and programming of machined parts using Mastercam and SolidWorks. Work with manufacturing engineering to implement machining processes while maintaining safety, quality, delivery, product functionality and delivery of year over year cost saving through efficiency. Expected to work cohesively with engineering and manufacturing staff to develop best practices and streamline the manufacturing process.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead and develop programming team members.
• Responsible for quality, efficiency and on-time completion of departmental objectives
• The CNC Programming Manager will direct and coordinate work tasks in a clear and productive manner
• Prepare/maintain personnel records, maintain time sheets, and monitor/approve overtime when needed (if applicable)
• Produce CNC programs for multi axis vertical and horizontal machining centers.
• Produce CNC programs for horizontal lathes and vertical turret lathes.
• Manage backlog of programs requested by manufacturing engineering in order to meet production schedule requirements.
• Assist in developing fixturing as needed to achieve proper work holding and access to machined features.
• Assist manufacturing engineering with maintenance of setup sheets and tooling lists.
• Responsible for maintaining DNC system accuracy.
• Assist manufacturing engineering and shop staff with troubleshooting problems with products and tooling/fixtures.
• Work closely with shop staff to setup and prove out new processes or address concerns with legacy processes, fixtures and tooling.
• Support all current and new product introductions (NPI).
• Reduce production costs through implementation of new programming methods, new tooling and modernizing existing processes.
• All other duties, as assigned.
• Demonstrates responsibility and accountability for creating a professional, safe, and clean environment evidenced by: being at work on time to perform assigned duties, following the policies of Granite State Manufacturing, always wearing safety glasses in designated areas, maintaining a neat and orderly work area, and following safety practices to prevent errors.
• Demonstrates commitment to teamwork by establishing effective relationships and networks with both managers/directors and workers, and collaborating with them to accomplish shared purposes and goals.
• Abide by GSM Code of Ethics and Business Conduct standards and strictly observe all U.S. and foreign laws and regulations.

Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• 5+ years of experience in a defense or aerospace related job shop environment
• 2+ years of experience programming CNC turning and multi axis milling equipment.
• Experience in 3D CAD Software preferably, SolidWorks.
• Experience with 3D CAM Software.
• Detailed understanding of GD&T and experience interpreting detailed engineering drawings.
• Ability to prioritize and effectively manage multiple projects and varying workload.
• Working knowledge of MS Office and Windows based computer programs.
• Ability to communicate effectively.

EEO STATEMENT

Granite State Manufacturing (GSM) is an equal opportunity employer. GSM does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, national origin, citizenship, veteran status, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, or any other consideration made unlawful by applicable federal, state, or local laws in its programs, activities, or employment.

Benefits

• Paid time off
• Floating holidays
• Paid holidays
• 401(k)
• 401(k) company matching
• Dental & Vision insurance (Company paid)
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Competitive health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Referral program