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Smith+Nephew · 2 days ago

Senior CNC Programmer

Memphis, TN

Full-time

Hybrid

Senior Level

5+ years exp

Smith+Nephew is a company that designs and manufactures technology aimed at enhancing quality of life. The Senior CNC Programmer is responsible for building and maintaining CNC programs, optimizing machining processes, and ensuring the successful completion of programming goals set by management.

Medical Device

Comp. & Benefits

Responsibilities

Build and maintain multi-axis CNC programs to produce parts using CAD/CAM software

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 validate the programs as appropriate

Prepare detailed work instructions and supervise machining process validations including operator training

Connect with Manufacturing Engineering, Product Development Engineering, plant personnel, and individuals outside the company

Maintain the master CNC program directory, through accurate file management techniques, to insure 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

Uphold current CNC programming standards

Provide recommendations on the selection of new equipment

Experience applying Uni-graphics and multi axis mills programming and Partmaker for multi axis lathe programming is required

Experience as a machinist a plus

Follow all programming file management procedures, set by the company and/or applicable Quality Specifications to ensure compliance with our Quality Management System

Act as an authority and mentor for other programmers and machinists

Work with multi-functional teams on improvement projects or kaizen events