Computer Numerical Control Machine Operator

Position: CNC Machine Shop Supervisor

Experience: 3–6 Years

Job Responsibilities:

• Supervise day-to-day operations of the CNC Milling/Machine Shop.
• Plan and allocate jobs to CNC machines based on priority, delivery schedule and machine availability.
• Monitor CNC machine operations, job progress and machine utilization.
• Ensure proper machine setup, work holding, tool selection, offsets and cutting parameters.
• Read and understand 2D drawings, 3D models and machining requirements.
• Supervise machining of mould components, inserts, electrodes, mould bases and precision components.
• Ensure components are produced within specified dimensions, tolerances and surface-finish requirements.
• Coordinate with CNC programmers, tool design, EDM, wire-cut, grinding, assembly and quality teams.
• Identify and resolve machining problems such as tool breakage, dimensional deviations, improper setups and machining errors.
• Check first-piece/in-process inspection results and coordinate corrections where required.
• Monitor rejection, rework, machine downtime and productivity.
• Maintain daily production/job status reports.
• Ensure proper use and management of cutting tools, fixtures and consumables.
• Guide and train CNC operators and junior machinists.
• Maintain 5S, housekeeping, safety and discipline on the shop floor.
• Coordinate with maintenance for machine breakdowns and preventive maintenance.
• Ensure jobs are completed as per planned delivery dates.
• Support continuous improvement in productivity, quality and machining processes.

Requirements:

• 3–6 years of experience in CNC machining/manufacturing.
• Strong hands-on experience in CNC Machines.
• Tool-room, injection mould or precision machining experience preferred.
• Ability to read engineering drawings and understand tolerances/GD&T.
• Good knowledge of cutting tools, machining parameters, work holding and inspection.
• Experience handling CNC operators/machinists.
• Candidates with hands-on CNC experience who have progressed into a supervisory role are preferred.