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CNC Foreman (Milling Specialist)

Alton Manufacturing, Inc.

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Rochester, NY
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Job Description

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Job Overview:

Description

  

We are seeking a high-level CNC Foreman who thrives in a fast-paced production environment. This is not a "desk job." We need a leader who can manage the workflow of the shop floor while remaining deeply involved in the technical success of every project—from the first setup to the final part.

Key Responsibilities

  • Hands-On      Leadership: Oversee daily shop operations and provide mentorship      to operators, ensuring safety and quality standards are met.
  • Expert      Setup: Lead the setup of complex CNC milling jobs, ensuring      machines are dialed in for maximum efficiency and precision.
  • Tooling      & Inventory: Manage the procurement of perishable tooling      (end mills, inserts, drills, etc.) to ensure zero downtime.
  • Troubleshooting: Act      as the first line of defense for technical issues on the floor; diagnose      and resolve program errors, mechanical hiccups, or finish issues.
  • Process      Improvement: Identify ways to reduce cycle times and improve      setup repeatability.
  • Benefits: Medical,Dental,      Vision, 401k, PTO, Life Insurance
  • Schedule: 7:00      AM to 3:30 PM

Requirements

CNC Milling Mastery: Minimum of 5 years of experience specifically in CNC milling. You should be an expert in workholding, tool selection, and speeds/feeds.

Technical Troubleshooting: Ability to read blueprints, interpret G-code, and solve geometric or mechanical problems on the fly.

Inventory Management: Experience tracking tool life and ordering shop supplies Leadership Qualities: Strong communication skills and the ability to keep a team motivated and on schedule.