Process Development Manager

Our client is a precision manufacturing company seeking a Process Development Manager to lead CNC programming, machining process development, and manufacturing performance initiatives across the organization. This position is responsible for driving technical excellence within CNC programming, improving manufacturing processes, supporting quoting activities, and leading continuous improvement efforts that enhance productivity, quality, and profitability.

Location: Guelph, Ontario. 100% On Site

Position Type: Full-time, Permanent

Vacancy Status: This is an active vacancy

Compensation: $140,000 – $160,000 per year

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee CNC programming activities, including the development, optimization, and standardization of complex Mastercam programs to improve machining performance, cycle times, and process consistency.
• Drive manufacturing process development for new and existing products, including machining strategies, tooling, fixtures, workholding, process validation, and production readiness activities
• Partner with Engineering, Production, Quality, Sales, and Estimating teams to evaluate manufacturability, support new product introduction initiatives, and improve quoting accuracy and manufacturing economics.
• Troubleshoot complex machining and manufacturing challenges while implementing sustainable corrective actions that improve quality, throughput, and operational performance.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives focused on cycle time reduction, setup optimization, tooling performance, capacity improvements, and process standardization.
• Coach, mentor, and develop programmers, manufacturing engineers, and other technical personnel while establishing best practices and reducing reliance on tribal knowledge.
• Evaluate and implement new machining technologies, programming methods, cutting tools, and manufacturing processes that improve the organization's competitiveness and long-term capabilities.

Minimum Requirements

• Degree or diploma in mechanical engineering.
• Previous experience as a Manager within a CNC machining environment.
• Advanced knowledge of Mastercam with experience developing, reviewing, troubleshooting, and optimizing complex CNC programs.
• Strong hands-on experience with tooling, fixtures, setup development, and machining strategy.
• Demonstrated success improving machining processes for complex, tight-tolerance components.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing costs, cycle time estimation, quoting, and machining economics.
• Proven leadership experience managing technical projects and mentoring employees.
• Applicants must be eligible to work in Canada.

Hiring Process & AI Disclosure

Our company does not use artificial intelligence to screen, assess, or select applicants for this position.

How to Apply

If you believe that you are a qualified candidate, please apply only through LinkedIn and answer the screening questions to the best of your ability. We thank all who apply; however, only qualified candidates will be contacted.