CNC Lead Robot Cobot
Job Summary
The CNC Lead will oversee CNC machining operations, including both traditional turning and milling as well as robotic/cobot automation integration. The role focuses on optimizing production processes, ensuring quality standards, and mentoring junior machinists. You will be responsible for programming, troubleshooting, and improving manufacturing efficiency.
Responsibilities
- Manage CNC machining operations
- Program and operate CNC machines
- Integrate robotic and cobot systems
- Optimize production processes and cycle times
- Train and mentor junior staff
Required Skills
- CNC turning and milling expertise
- Robotic and cobot automation
- Advanced CNC programming
- Technical drawing and GD&T interpretation
- CAD/CAM software proficiency
Job Details
Tasks & responsibilities
- Lead and manage CNC machining operations, ensuring optimal efficiency and precision.
- Program, set up, and operate CNC turning and milling machines.
- Integrate and oversee robotic automation and cobot systems in production.
- Develop and optimize machining processes to improve quality and reduce cycle times.
- Troubleshoot machine and automation issues, ensuring minimal downtime.
- Collaborate with engineering and production teams for process improvements.
- Train and mentor CNC machinists and operators.
- Ensure compliance with safety standards and quality control regulations.
- Provide support in production activities ensuring that all manufacturing orders job are meeting to CNC machining process WI.
- Provide guidance and training to junior or new machinist.
- Involve and support in CNC continuous programming improvement and reduction of machining cycle time.
- Lays out work, sets up, and operates computer numeric control (CNC) lathes to perform machining operations according to manufacturing orders and drawing required tolerances and specifications.
Qualifications & experience
- Diploma/Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing, or a related field.
- Proven experience in CNC turning, milling, and robotic/cobot automation.
- Strong knowledge of CNC programming.
- Experience in integrating cobots and robotic automation in manufacturing.
- Ability to interpret technical drawings and GD&T standards.
- Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
- Leadership experience in a manufacturing or production environment.
- Experience with Industry 4.0 and smart manufacturing technologies.
- Knowledge of CAD/CAM software (e.g., Mastercam, NX, or SolidWorks).
- Previous experience working with automated production lines.