CNC Programmer Sr

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  Summary: The Senior CNC Programmer is responsible for developing, maintaining, and optimizing CNC programs, machining processes, and manufacturing systems across Ashley Furniture, Wanvog Furniture, and Wanek Furniture facilities. This role drives continuous improvement initiatives focused on safety, quality, productivity, material utilization, and cost reduction while supporting new product introductions, equipment implementation, tooling development, and process standardization across multiple manufacturing locations.

    Responsibilities: CNC Programming & Process Optimization Develop, maintain, and improve CNC programs and setup documentation for manufacturing operations. Determine optimal machining methods, machine assignments, tooling selections, and production workflows to maximize efficiency, quality, throughput, and cost effectiveness. Create dynamically nested programs and ensure program compatibility across multiple facilities.

Analyze part geometry and recommend design improvements that enhance manufacturability and reduce costs. Complete Engineering Introduction Orders (EIOs) and Engineering Change Orders (ECOs) accurately and in a timely manner.   Manufacturing Support & Continuous Improvement Partner with CNC operators, supervisors, engineers, and manufacturing leadership to resolve production issues and improve performance.

Troubleshoot programming, tooling, machine, process, maintenance, safety, and quality concerns. Evaluate cycle times, setups, operator movement, machine utilization, and process flow to identify improvement opportunities. Develop and implement best practices and standardized manufacturing processes across facilities. Lead initiatives focused on productivity improvements, waste reduction, ergonomic enhancements, and cost savings.

  Material Yield & Cost Improvement Analyze raw material utilization, including foam buns, boards, fiber, and other materials, to maximize yield and minimize waste. Recommend material sizing and specifications to manufacturing and purchasing teams. Collaborate with suppliers to optimize material production capabilities and yield performance. Investigate material and inventory variances and develop solutions to improve accuracy and reduce costs.

Evaluate and implement strategies for repurposing offal and scrap materials.   Product Development & Prototype Support Collaborate with engineering, design, manufacturing, maintenance, and facility teams to develop prototypes, sample parts, fixtures, signage, and special projects. Ensure products and components can be effectively manufactured using existing equipment and processes.

Support design for manufacturability initiatives and product improvement efforts.   Software & Systems Development Maintain CNC programming software, databases, and related manufacturing systems. Assist with evaluation, testing, implementation, and training for software upgrades and new releases. Work with software vendors to resolve issues and recommen