SWISS CNC Department Operations Manager
hace 7 días
Beacon
Job Description About Us Creodent is a leading precision manufacturer at the forefront of the medical device industry, with a specific focus on high-precision dental implants and components. We are committed to world-class quality, ISO 13485 standards, and investing in our team. We are currently seeking an expert leader to manage and grow our state-of-the-art Swiss CNC machining department. The Opportunity We are looking for a hands-on, metrics-driven SWISS CNC Department Operations Manager to lead our high-performing Swiss turning team. This is a critical "player-coach" role, requiring both deep technical expertise in Swiss-style machining for medical devices and proven leadership skills. You will be responsible for the entire department's performance, including daily production, quality, on-time delivery, efficiency, and team development. The ideal candidate is a subject matter expert in Swiss CNC setup and programming who understands the unique demands of machining dental implants and components and is ready to mentor a team, optimize processes, and drive continuous improvement. ⚙️ Key Responsibilities • Team Leadership: Lead, manage, and mentor a team of Swiss CNC programmers, setup machinists, and operators. Manage scheduling, conduct performance reviews, and oversee training and development., • Production Management: Plan, schedule, and oversee departmental workflow to meet all production goals, ensuring parts are produced safely, to specification, on time, and within budget., • Technical Expertise & Troubleshooting: Serve as the department's technical expert. Troubleshoot complex setup, programming, and machining issues, particularly with the tight tolerances, thread forms, and unique geometries common to dental implants., • Process Improvement: Drive continuous improvement (CI) initiatives. Analyze and optimize setups, cycle times, and tooling to reduce costs, increase OEE (Overall Equipment Effectiveness), and ensure process capability (Cpk)., • Quality Assurance: Uphold and enforce stringent ISO 13485 quality standards. Work closely with the Quality department to implement in-process inspection, validation (IQ/OQ/PQ), reduce scrap, and resolve any non-conformances using a formal CAPA process., • Resource Management: Manage tooling, material, and supply needs for the department. Coordinate with the Maintenance team to ensure all machines are on a preventative maintenance (PM) schedule., • Reporting & KPIs: Monitor and report on key performance indicators (KPIs) such as on-time delivery, scrap rates, and efficiency. Qualifications and Skills Required (Must-Haves): • Minimum 7+ years of hands-on experience in a precision CNC machining environment., • Expert-level knowledge and direct experience with SWISS-style CNC lathes (e.g., Citizen, Star, Tsugami). This is non-negotiable., • Proven proficiency in complex machine setups, tool-ups, and G-code programming of Swiss machines., • Direct experience machining medical device components, specifically dental implants, abutments, or similar small, complex titanium parts., • Minimum 3+ years in a supervisory or management role within a CNC machining department., • Demonstrated ability to read and interpret complex engineering drawings and GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing)., • Strong experience with a variety of metrology/inspection tools (e.g., CMM, optical comparators, vision systems)., • Deep familiarity with ISO 13485 standards and FDA regulatory requirements for medical devices., • Expertise in machining titanium (Ti-6Al-4V), stainless steel, and other medical-grade alloys., • Experience with CAM software (e.g., PartMaker, Esprit)., • Formal training in Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma., • Experience working within an ERP/MRP system (e.g., E2, JobBOSS). What We Offer • A competitive salary and performance-based bonus structure., • Comprehensive benefits package (Medical, Dental, Vision)., • 401(k) with company match., • Paid time off (PTO) and company holidays., • A stable, growing, and climate-controlled work environment with modern equipment.