Sr. CNC Programmer

At Greene, Tweed, you'll find the cutting-edge technology, world-class polymer expertise and endless advancement opportunities you'd expect from a multi-national industry leader. You'll find them all in an environment that embraces diversity in people and opinions, moves decision making to the point of impact, and celebrates your success.

If you enjoy continuous learning and are excited about working with and creating technological solutions, explore career opportunities with Greene, Tweed.

Job summary:

This role is responsible for creation of CNC programs for 3-5 axis milling centers and CNC lathes to manufacture parts to the required specifications utilizing Mastercam software.  Other responsibilities include the design of any required fixtures and special cutting tools needed for the manufacturing process and technical support for manufacturing floor and DFM meetings. 

Specific Responsibility:  

• Programs, CNC machines within the Manufacturing unit.  Assists in adjusting machine controls and tool settings to keep dimensions within specified tolerances.  Examine machine to become familiar with tooling set up.  Programs to be optimized for best feeds/speeds etc. to maximize production rates.

• Works with machinists to troubleshoot machine and program issues as they arise.

• Participates in NPT projects to meet customer expectations by creating innovative solutions. 

• Works with suppliers to improve their quality and reduce costs on machined parts and tools. 

• Works with external software programmers to streamline post processing to reduce post programming modifications at the machine or at the computer.

• Specs out new equipment needed including: Size, capability, tooling, fixtures, aux equipment, etc.. and on-boards the new equipment through purchasing of needed tooling and software.  Streamlines the machining processes of the new equipment

• Maintains work area in a safe, clean and orderly

• Orders all tooling needed to complete a job and assists in maintaining the supply cabinet of all standard tooling.

• Leads and participates on continuous improvement projects to maximize performance in key areas such as throughput, defect rate and on-time workload completion.  Participates in Lean / Six Sigma activities and other process improvement activities as required.

• Deliver commitments on time per project team expectations, communicate status frequently with team members / functional manager

• Work effectively within the value stream and development teams, proficient at Mastercam, skilled in manual and CNC machining processes / equipment / tool selection, proficient in G-code, well-versed in GD&T / engineering print interpretation, ability to provide work direction to CNC operators, ability to design custom tools

• Programming of new part numbers run on automation equipment (Cobots, part pickers, etc…)

• Mentors and leads programmers

Required Minimum Qualifications: 

• Education Minimum High School diploma or equivalent. Preferred 2-4 year Engineering/Technical degree

Skills and Experience

• Proficient at Mastercam and proficient in G-code including Lathe and Mill – 4 and 5 axis Mill preferred.
• Must have an in-depth knowledge and experience of CNC machining capabilities.
• Must have the ability to interpret complex drawings including GD&T
• Ability to work well in a team environment
• Good communication skills
• Must have knowledge and experience of CNC Machine control systems.
• 8 years CNC programming experience
• Vericut and Solidworks experience a plus

Essential Job Functions

            Physical Requirements:          

                        Standing                                   Frequently (46-100%)

                        Sitting                                      Rarely (0-15%)

                        Lifting                                      Up to 25lbs without assistance

                        Carrying                                   Up to 25lbs without assistance

                        Walking                                    Frequently (46-100%)

                        Hearing                                     Ability to detect noises with or without corrective device(s)

                        Vision                                      Clarity of vision, with or without corrective lenses

            Mental Requirements:            

                        Problem Solving                       Frequently (46-100%)

                        Making Decisions                     Ability to make decisions that have a moderate impact

                        Supervise                                  Occasionally (16-45%)

                        Interpret Data                            Frequently (46-100%)

                        Organize                                   Frequently (46-100%)

                        Read/Write                               Frequently (46-100%)

                        Communication                        Frequently (46-100%)

            Work Environment

                        High Temperatures                    Occasionally (16-45%)

                        Low Temperatures                    Occasionally (16-45%)

                        Noises                                      Loud (manufacturing environment, movement of large equipment)

                        Fumes Exposure                        Choose an item.

Required Minimum Qualifications 

• This position requires U.S. Person status as defined by applicable law for authorized access to data controlled under the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR).  A U.S. Person includes U.S. Citizens, U.S. Nationals, lawful permanent residents, and workers granted refugee or asylum status in the United States.  

Note:  This Job Description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position.  Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by the Supervisor.  All requirements are subject to change and updates.

We also provide eligible employees with a competitive benefits package that includes health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings account, 401k savings plan, life and disability insurance, tuition assistance and more, to meet the diverse needs of all employees and their family members.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal law.

If you require an accommodation during the interview process, please contact the HR Service Center at hrservicecenter@gtweed.com.

Drug Free Workplace:

Greene, Tweed is a Drug Free Workplace.  Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a pre-employment drug screening and background investigation subject to federal, state, and local laws.

NOTE: Greene, Tweed is not seeking assistance or accepting unsolicited resumes from search firms for employment opportunities, unless they have a written agreement for the position they are contacting us about. Regardless of past practice, all resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at GT without a valid written search agreement in place for that position will be deemed the sole property of Greene, Tweed, and no fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by Greene, Tweed as a result of the referral or through other means.