Manager of Global CNC Programming

Position Title

Manager Global CNC Programming

Reports To

Chief Operations Officer

Function

Manufacturing / CNC Programming & Machining

Scope

Multi-site, global operations

POSITION SUMMARY

The Manager Global CNC Programming is a key business partner to the Chief Operations Officer, responsible for leading and optimizing the Company's global CNC programming and machining operations. Through strategic planning, team management, and continuous improvement, this leader ensures production that is high-quality, efficient, and cost-effective across all sites.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Build Scale and Flexibility in the Manufacturing Organization

• Create a unified, multi-site programming team to drive standardized development of programs and work instructions.
• Develop a system to receive, organize, and prioritize programming requests across the organization.
• Ensure production schedules are met on a global scale.
• Identify under-utilized and ill-equipped capital assets for replacement to drive increased efficiency.

Improve Production Utilization and Efficiency Through Program Optimization & Technology

• Develop standardized tool lists to minimize setups.
• Build a library system of macros, optimized tools, and tool paths to minimize programming time.
• Drive continuous improvement by evaluating and implementing Esprit CAM software, machine upgrades, and new programming practices.
• Stay current on the latest manufacturing and programming technologies.

Optimize Quality & Compliance

• Partner with counterparts to develop SOPs that drive operational excellence.
• Develop training tools, including videos and visual work aids.
• Identify high-potential operators for cross-training.

Reduce Cost to Meet or Exceed Annual Targets

• Analyze production data to identify areas for improvement and implement data-backed solutions.
• Reduce tooling cost and cost of capital without constraining production.

Workforce and Talent Management

• Establish the organization as an employer of choice.
• Develop leaders who empower teams and value collaboration.
• Build cross-training and certification programs to improve skill sets, maximize flexibility, and reduce pinch points.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS & TECHNICAL EXPERTISE

• Subject-matter expertise in CNC programming.
• Hands-on CAD/CAM, and Esprit software experience is a must.
• Experience with ERP, MRP, and CRM systems.
• Proven multi-site management experience.
• Demonstrated history of centralizing and standardizing building processes.
• Experience leveraging AI integration to improve operations (a plus).

CORE COMPETENCIES

The ideal candidate demonstrates strength across the following leadership and behavioral competencies:

Competency Area

What Success Looks Like

Leadership & Strategic Priorities

• Organization builder

• Sets a strategic vision and methodically implements it through operational plans

• Prioritizes production efficiency over tooling cost savings

• Leverages technology to reduce organizational friction and improve visibility

Talent Management

• Identifies and develops talent

• Removes underperformers

• Maintains a network of talented people

• Hires only A-players

Relationships & Working Style

• Assertive, with strong strategic thinking

• Calm under pressure and demonstrates resiliency

• Moves fast with strong attention to detail

• Follows through on commitments; proactive and persistent

• Strong work ethic, integrity, and accountable leadership

• Promotes teamwork; treats people with respect

• Open to constructive feedback and others' ideas

• Flexible, adaptable, and self-aware

• Strong communicator who influences positive outcomes

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