CNC Programmer I/II
Greenheck Group · Knoxville, TN
- Level
- Technician
- Team
- Manufacturing
- Experience asked
- 2+ years
- Industry
- Industrial
- Posted
- 9 days ago
The role in 30 seconds
An engineer-level manufacturing role at Greenheck Group (industrial) in Knoxville, TN. You will create and implement computer programs that control the operation of CNC (Computer Numerical Control) machines used in manufacturing processes.
- They ask for
- 2+ years
- Tools it names
- CNC, Tooling, SAP
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How this role compares
Against 28 other live manufacturing postings in Tennessee.
- Experience asked
- Less than usual (2+ vs 5+)
Similar roles usually ask 5+ years.
Skills these teams ask for most
- ✓ Tooling 52%
- Team leadership 48%
- Lean 28%
- ✓ CNC 28%
- Welding 24%
- Machining 24%
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Stands out: this posting asks for SAP, which few similar roles mention. If you have it, lead with it.
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Requirements
Work is performed in an office environment and requires the ability to operate standard office equipment, such as a computer and phone. Sedentary work. Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects. Repetitive motion. Substantial motions of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers. The person is required to have close visual acuity to perform an activity such as: preparing and analyzing data, and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; extensive reading. Occasional mobility required to attend in-person meetings and complete various office tasks.
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Ready to join a global leader in air movement and ventilation? At Greenheck Group, joining our team means more than just starting a job, it’s joining an award-winning culture prioritizing your growth and development. Our unwavering commitment in supporting our team members both personally and professionally has earned us national recognition time and time again. As an innovative, environmentally responsible manufacturer of commercial HVAC systems, Greenheck Group designs and manufactures industry-leading air movement and ventilation solutions through our family of trusted brands. Our products are found in commercial, institutional, and industrial facilities worldwide, from schools and hospitals to factories and stadiums. Since 1947, we’ve proudly invested in our people and our communities, fostering innovation, leadership, and opportunity at every level. We are more than products, we are a team of inspired people doing extraordinary things.
As the CNC Programmer, you will create and implement computer programs that control the operation of CNC (Computer Numerical Control) machines used in manufacturing processes. Enhance material utilization and support company production goals through the daily implementation and continuous improvement of CNC machine programs. Meet schedule deadlines to ensure labor and machinery efficiencies.
What you'll be doing
- •Provide daily programs for CNC production equipment (water jet, laser, plasma cutters, turret punch presses, press brakes, machine centers, and panel benders).
- •Coordinate efforts with other CNC programmers and external resources to identify best practices and maintain programming consistency.
- •Is proficient on the CNC equipment to do trouble shooting. Modifying nest status in ERP system.
- •Ensure inventory is being used effectively.
- •Adjust existing programs to accommodate product redesigns, tooling changes, and production changes.
- •Participate on company teams focused on productivity, schedule attainment, and material utilization.
- •Use Enterprise Resource Planning systems to review and adjust for changes in parts requirements.
- •Identify raw material modifications to respond to changes in product or program changes.
- •Identify, justify, and implement changes required to sustain continuous improvements.
- •Maintain CNC programming training materials.
- •Is a SAP subject matter expert. Acts a resource to other CNC programmers relating to drawings and other supporting software.
- •Make recommendations on raw material based on the production needs and equipment functionality.
- •May order component parts for lasers.
- •Ensure material utilization goals are met.
- •Collaborate and communicate with materials specialist on inventory/materials shortages.
What you should have as a cnc programmer i
- •0-2 years of relevant work experience in CNC programming required.
- •High school or GED required.
- •Vocational/technical in Machine Tool Technology or a related field of study preferred.
What you should have as a cnc programmer ii
- •2-4 years of relevant work experience in CNC programming required.
- •High school or GED required.
- •Vocational/technical in Machine Tool Technology or a related field of study preferred.
Special notation
The preceding statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people in this position. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills. The Employer retains the right to change or assign other duties to this position.
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