Position: Senior CNC Turning Setter & Programmer – Plant Head

Department: Production – CNC Turning

Designation: Senior Setter & Programmer / Turning Department In-charge

Experience: 12–20+ Years (Preferred)

Qualification: ITI / Diploma – Mechanical Engineering

Machine Responsibility: 20 CNC Turning Machines, including 2 Twin-Spindle Machines

1. Job Purpose To take complete responsibility for the CNC Turning Department by managing machine settings, CNC programming, twin-spindle machine operations, production planning, manpower allocation, quality control and productivity improvement.

The candidate must independently handle technical issues, guide setters and operators, and ensure smooth and effective operation of all 20 CNC turning machines.

2. Key Responsibilities

A. CNC Turning Machine Setting & Programming

- Independently perform CNC Turning machine setting, tool setting, offset setting and prove-out activities.
- Develop, modify and optimize CNC Turning programs based on component drawings and production requirements.
- Must have strong knowledge of Fanuc, Siemens and Mazatrol controls (as applicable).
- Handle new component development, first-piece inspection and production approval.
- Establish cutting parameters, tool selection, speeds, feeds and machining cycles.
- Troubleshoot programming errors, tool interference and machining issues.

B. Twin-Spindle Machine Setting & Programming

- Independently handle setting and programming of twin-spindle CNC turning machines.
- Strong knowledge of main spindle and sub-spindle operations.
- Understand part transfer, synchronization and simultaneous machining operations.
- Develop and optimize programs for both spindles.
- Handle work transfer, clamping, coordination and cycle-time optimization.
- Troubleshoot spindle synchronization, transfer and machining-related issues.

C. Overall Plant / Department Management
- Take complete technical and operational responsibility for all 20 CNC turning machines.
- Directly oversee 18 single-spindle machines and 2 twin-spindle machines.
- Allocate machines and manpower based on production priorities.
- Monitor machine-wise production, hourly output and achievement against targets.
- Ensure all machines run as per the production plan.




- Monitor machine downtime and take immediate corrective action.
- Coordinate with Production, Quality, Tool Room, Maintenance and Planning departments.
- Guide setters, senior operators and machine operators.

D. Production & Productivity Improvement
- Achieve daily production targets without compromising quality.
- Reduce cycle time through program and process optimization.
- Improve machine utilization and operator productivity.
- Minimize rejection, rework and tool consumption.
- Monitor tool life and implement effective tool management.
- Identify bottlenecks and implement continuous improvement activities.

E. Quality & Process Control
- Ensure first-piece approval before starting bulk production.
- Ensure operators follow SOPs, control plans and updated drawings.
- Monitor dimensional accuracy and process stability.
- Ensure proper inspection at defined intervals.
- Coordinate with Quality Department for rejection analysis and corrective actions.
- Maintain setting sheets, program records and machine-wise production reports.

F. Manpower & Discipline
- Lead and develop setters and operators.
- Conduct technical training for operators and junior setters.
- Ensure proper shift handover and machine-setting documentation.
- Monitor employee skill levels and allocate manpower accordingly.
- Maintain shop floor discipline, 5S and safety practices.

1. Technical Skills Required

- CNC Turning – Setting and Programming.
- Twin-Spindle CNC Turning – Setting and Programming.
- Fanuc CNC Control.
- Mazatrol Control (where applicable).
- Tool selection, insert knowledge and cutting parameters.
- Fixture, chuck and work-holding knowledge.
- Component drawing reading and GD&T; knowledge.
- Cycle-time optimization.
- Process troubleshooting and rejection analysis.
- Bulk production handling.
- Machine utilization and productivity monitoring.

1. Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)





- Achievement of daily and monthly production targets.
- Reduction in machine downtime.
- Improvement in machine utilization.
- Reduction in rejection and rework.
- Improvement in cycle time.
- Effective tool life and tool cost control.
- Zero unauthorized program or setting changes.
- Effective manpower utilization.
- Successful new component setting and development.
- Stable production across all 20 machines.

1. Candidate Expectations

- Must be a hands-on technical expert, not just a supervisor.
- Must independently set and program CNC turning machines.
- Must have practical experience in twin-spindle machine setting and programming.
- Must be capable of managing an entire CNC turning department.
- Must take ownership of production, quality, productivity and manpower.
- Must be capable of solving technical problems without depending on external programmers.

Overall Responsibility: Complete ownership of CNC Turning Department operations, technical activities, programming, machine settings, manpower and production performance across all 20 machines.

About the Company

Perfect Gears (Chennai) Pvt. Ltd. is an established engineering and manufacturing company with a legacy dating back to 1977, specializing in the manufacturing of gears and shafts for the automobile and engineering industries.

With more than four decades of manufacturing experience, the company is committed to delivering quality products, maintaining high manufacturing standards and ensuring customer satisfaction.

The company operates across three manufacturing plants in close proximity, equipped with advanced manufacturing facilities and production infrastructure.

Our manufacturing operations focus on precision engineering, process improvement, productivity enhancement and continuous quality development.

We believe in building a skilled workforce, encouraging technical expertise and developing strong leadership within our manufacturing operations.

Join Perfect Gears (Chennai) Pvt. Ltd. and become part of our growing manufacturing team.

Pay: ₹40,000.00 - ₹80,000.00 per month

Benefits

- Cell phone reimbursement
- Food provided
- Leave encashment
- Provident Fund

Work Location: In person

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