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Senior CNC Applications Lead – 5-Axis Machining Location: Scarborough, Ontario Salary: $100,000–$120,000 per year Openings: 2–3 Travel: Occasional travel to the U.S. for customer meetings Pay: $100,000 to $ 120,000 We are seeking 2–3 experienced Senior CNC Applications Leads specializing in five-axis precision machining to support complex manufacturing projects and customer technical engagements. This is an excellent opportunity for a senior CNC programmer, machining applications specialist, or manufacturing engineer who enjoys solving complex machining challenges, optimizing manufacturing processes, and working directly with customers.
Key Responsibilities
Review CAD models, engineering drawings, GD&T, and specifications to assess manufacturability. Develop, program, simulate, and optimize complex five-axis CNC machining processes. Determine machining sequences, tooling, fixturing, work holding, and cutting strategies. Lead Design for Manufacturability (DFM) reviews and recommend design improvements to reduce cost, cycle time, and production risks. Troubleshoot machining issues and support machine prove-out, first-article inspection, and production readiness.
Work directly with customer engineering teams to discuss technical challenges and recommend practical manufacturing solutions. Support quoting, cost estimation, and new product introduction. Provide technical guidance to CNC programmers and machinists and contribute to continuous improvement. Qualifications 10 years of hands-on experience in precision CNC machining, machining applications, or advanced manufacturing. Proven experience programming, setting up, and proving out complex five-axis CNC components.
Strong CAM programming skills; Mastercam preferred. Experience with hyper MILL, Siemens NX, or similar software is welcome. Knowledge of Fanuc and/or Heidenheim controls. Experience with advanced five-axis machines, ideally DMG MORI or Matsuura. Strong understanding of GD&T, engineering drawings, tooling, fixturing, tolerances, and inspection methods. Practical DFM expertise and the ability to identify opportunities to improve quality, cost, and manufacturability. Excellent technical communication and customer-facing skills. Willingness to travel occasionally to U.S. customer sites.
Senior CNC Applications Lead in Scarborough employer: Power Staffing Solutions
Power Staffing Solutions is an exceptional employer that fosters a collaborative and innovative work culture, making it an ideal place for professionals looking to make a meaningful impact in the healthcare sector. Located in Mississauga, employees benefit from competitive compensation, comprehensive health benefits, and ample opportunities for professional development, all while contributing to a newly established not-for-profit organization dedicated to improving community health outcomes.
