Software programmer Jobs in Denver, CO

A grassroots manufacturer in the area is searching for a Lead CNC Programmer to join their team immediately! This company maintains a great family-like business atmosphere that appreciates its loyal employees as an industry leader in technology and efficiency. There’s frequent training on new technology and constant opportunities for professional growth.

They focus on quality and long-term relationships with partners and employees. Their commitment to superior quality and customer service makes them a leader in the industry.

Responsibilities

• The Lead CNC Programmer is responsible for managing employees, machines, and resources within the department.
• Manages the team by setting a strong example of work ethic, positive attitude, and collaboration, while adhering to and enforcing shop policies.
• Mentors 30-40 machinists to foster a learning environment and maintain shop practices and company policies.
• Available to answer questions, solve problems, and provide constructive feedback, including conducting annual reviews and handling disciplinary actions.
• Writes programs using CAM software based on Engineering Department specifications and sets up, operates, and leads CNC programming for mills and lathes.
• Ensures machines are cleaned, maintained, and logs are updated regularly, reporting issues to the shop foreman and maintenance personnel.
• Optimizes machine and personnel performance to limit inefficiencies.
• Stays knowledgeable and up-to-date on machine and tooling technologies.
• Coordinates daily with the shop foreman and other leads to ensure smooth transitions between shifts.
• Collaborates with Procurement Management for supplies and logistics, maintaining inventory and replacing tools, parts, and equipment.
• Designs jigs, fixtures, multi-part holdings, and templates to enhance production efficiency.
• Learns and improves established practices and manual instructions to maximize department efficiency and productivity.

Qualifications

• 5 years’ experience as a Lead CNC Programmer with Mastercam, including 2+ years in a leadership role.
• Preferred formal machining training from an accredited trade school.
• Strong skills in programming, problem-solving, analytics, mathematics, mechanics, planning, organization, interpersonal relations, and communication.
• Proficient in using measurement tools and gauges.
• Knowledge of GD&T (ASME 14.5-2009) and welding symbols.
• Experience with AS9102B First Article Inspection Reports.
• Familiarity with ISO 9001 & AS9100 quality management systems.
• Attention to detail and commitment to high-quality standards.
• Effective written and verbal communication.
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and Kaizen preferred.
• Mechanically inclined with knowledge of metallurgy, geometry, and basic trigonometry.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs safely, maneuver a pallet jack, and use grinders.
• Punctual, able to work a 40-hour week with regular overtime.

Please submit a resume for Lead CNC Programmer for consideration. Only those qualified applicants that provide a resume will be contacted.

Please contact Eli Stader directly at (319) 774-8916 for more information on this or any other manufacturing positions you may be interested in.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations.

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