CNC Department Lead at Pennex in York, PA

Overview

Consider joining the Pennex family as a CNC Department Lead in our York, PA location. The CNC Department Lead is responsible for running the CNC department. The CNC Department Lead programs and schedules the workflow, interprets blueprints, designs CNC programming, and sets up machines for production to meet customer specifications. This includes performing test runs and making adjustments to ensure customer satisfaction with parts.

Responsibilities

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Schedules workflow for the CNC department to meet customer demands and ensure on-time delivery.
• Reviews customer drawings and/or blueprints to determine feasibility of parts production.
• Works cross functionally with the Quality department and others to meet customer requirements.
• Actively pursues continuous improvement with processes; manages the development of procedures, documents, and SOPs. Creates technical documentation to establish and support proper procedures.
• Uses Autodesk Inventor to correctly draw up accurate modeling of customer parts.
• Performs effective FANUC coding.
• Uses Mastercam to model tool paths; writes and edits programs for customer jobs.
• Uses Camplus to create programs for Emmegi equipment.
• Maintains all program files and updates files with engineering or customer changes.
• Creates fixtures for new jobs and determines appropriate tooling.
• Orders and maintains CNC and hand-tooling inventory. Advises supervisor of any new tooling needed and maintains care and maintenance of tooling and equipment. Communicates any problems or concerns to the shift supervisor, quality manager, and/or plant manager.
• Performs set-ups for new jobs and documents fixture and tooling for operators. Performs test runs and necessary adjustments when needed. Uses precision measuring instruments to ensure machine is in tolerance.
• Monitors speeds, feeds, tooling, and fixtures to increase productivity and efficiency.
• Trains new employees on how to properly set-up and operate CNC machines and programs.
• Assists with general housekeeping of the fabrication department including tooling and fixture areas.
• Follows all company safety protocols and procedures. Champions safety to the broader fabrication team.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Ideal Candidate Will Have:

Education

• Associates degree in machining concepts or a CNC programming certificate and/or equivalent experience

Experience

• 2 or more years of experience with CNC programming software

Other Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• The ability to perform high quality work in a fast-paced, changing environment.
• Must be able to read and understand FANUC coding; must be able to read and interpret blueprints.
• Correctly uses precision measuring equipment such as calipers, micrometers, gauges and CMMs.
• Ability to troubleshoot and resolve mechanical issues; troubleshoots logistics issues with tooling or supplies for the CNC Department.
• Ability to work independently as a self-starter; closely follows directions and ensures good execution of customer jobs.
• Knowledge and experience with Autodesk and Camplus software or similar software used for CNC machining.
• Must be organized with attention to detail.
• Performs quality work that meets customer specifications.
• Ability to participate in interviews and train new hires.
• Must have good verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference, and fundamentals of plane and solid geometry and trigonometry.
• Ability to add and subtract two-digit numbers and to multiply and divide with 10's and 100's.
• Ability to perform these operations using units of weight measurement, volume, and distance.
• Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.
• Must be able to pass pre-employment physical and drug screen.
• Must be eligible to work in the United States, visa sponsorships are not available.
• Must have regular attendance.

Environmental Hazards

Physical

• The employee is regularly required to stand.
• The employee is frequently required to walk; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear.
• The employee is occasionally required to sit and use hands.
• The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision and depth perception.

Work Environment

• The employee is frequently exposed to wet and/or humid conditions; fumes or airborne particles and extreme heat.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.

About Us

Perks of the Job

• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• Disability and life insurance
• 401(k) with matching contribution
• Generous allotment of paid vacation and paid holidays
• Competitive wages plus performance-based bonus opportunities
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Ongoing training and professional development
• Ample opportunity for career growth and advancement
• Daily pay available

Why Our People Love Working Here

• Purpose-driven, friendly, open, and respectful culture
• Shared core values of safety, integrity, caring, and growth
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee discount program with hundreds of partner brands
• Wellness incentive program
• Regular employee celebrations and events

Who We Are

Founded nearly half a century ago, Pennex continues to see rapid growth as a leading provider of quality aluminum cast products and extrusions. With state-of-the-art technology and facilities across Ohio and Pennsylvania, we’re proud to offer the capabilities and expertise to cast billet, extrude custom shapes and fabricate finished components for customers across a range of markets - including automotive, transportation, building and construction, electrical and machinery, consumer durables and distribution.

But it’s not just what we do that sets us apart, it’s how we do it. Safety. Integrity. Caring. Growth. These core values are embodied by each member of our team; guiding every action we take and decision we make. Whether it’s driving innovation within our industry, making the impossible possible for our customers, providing a safe, respectful workplace for employees or supporting our local communities, our purpose is clear. We are dedicated to impacting our world in a positive way.

If you are a like-minded individual with a strong ability to problem solve, collaborate and effectively communicate, Pennex may be the perfect place for you to grow your career. To learn more, please visit Pennex.com or check out other opportunities within the MX Holdings family of companies at MXHoldings.com.

Our Commitment to Inclusion

We welcome people of different backgrounds, abilities, and perspectives. To ensure our business and culture continue to be inclusive of all people, we never discriminate based on race, religion, national origin, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age or marital status, veteran, or disability status. MX Holdings and our family of brands, including Metal Exchange and Pennex, are proud to be equal opportunity employers.

Additionally, all your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. Should you have any questions or require special assistance completing your application, please email pennexrecruiter@pennex.com.

Qualified Applicants must be legally authorized for employment in the United States and not require employer sponsored work authorization now or in the future for employment in the United States.

Our salary ranges are primarily determined by role, level, and location. The range provided for each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target salaries for the position across all US locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

Confidentiality Agreement Required: Yes

Posted Min Pay Rate

USD $25.75/Hr.

Posted Max Pay Rate

USD $32.19/Hr.