CNC Optimization Specialist

Org Marketing Statement


Founded in 1917, Parker Hannifin Corporation is a \$19.9 billion global company.

With annual sales of \$19.9 billion in fiscal year 2024, Parker Hannifin is the world's leading diversified manufacturer of motion and control technologies and systems, providing precision-engineered solutions for a wide variety of mobile, industrial and aerospace markets.

The company has operations in 43 countries around the world.

Parker has increased its annual dividends paid to shareholders for 68 consecutive fiscal years, among the top five longest-running dividend-increase records in the S&P 500 index.

Parker's engineering expertise and broad range of core technologies uniquely positions the company to solve some of the world's greatest engineering challenges.

By partnering with customers, Parker improves their productivity and profitability and seeks new ways to solve humanity's biggest challenges.

Headquartered in Richmond, California, Parker Hannifin's Veriflo Division delivers proven gas and fluid delivery systems and components to customers around the globe. We have the ability to integrate multiple technologies into unique solutions that require the highest levels of precision and performance in cost-effective packages.

For semiconductor tool manufacturers, Veriflo offers ultra-high purity stainless steel and fluoropolymer fittings, valves, regulators and manifolds for VMBs, CMBs, tooling modules, wafer cleaning, wet etching and other specialized microelectronics processing applications.

This high-tech market is constantly evolving, and Parker offers an extensive portfolio of products to support the demands of cleanliness and surface preparation for every process.

Working at Parker is far more than just a job. A career with us means joining a family of more than 61,000 dedicated people from around the globe. At Parker, you'll have the opportunity to grow your career, give back to your community, and make a real impact. Visit us on

Position Summary


Job Summary:

Responsible for maximizing production efficiency, part quality, and machine uptime by refining cutting parameters, programming, tooling, and workflows.


Responsibilities


Job Duties:

• Review existing CNC programs to identify opportunities to improve cycle time, reliability, quality, and consistency.
• Update and optimize CNC code (e.g., feeds/speeds, smoothing) while maintaining print/spec compliance.
• Validate optimized programs through simulation and controlled prove-ins; document results and implement changes per change-control requirements.
• Evaluate current tooling, toolholders, and cutting strategies; recommend and implement improvements to increase tool life, reduce scrap, and improve throughput.
• Standardize machining methods across similar part families, including preferred tooling, cutting parameters, and program structure/naming conventions.
• Partner with Manufacturing Engineering, Quality, and Operators to troubleshoot machining issues (chatter, burrs, dimensional instability, surface finish, tool wear) and implement corrective actions.
• Analyze machine capability and process constraints (spindle load, work holding, coolant delivery) and propose practical process improvements.
• Maintain accurate CNC documentation, including setup sheets, tool lists, offsets, revision history, and "as-run" program backups.
• Support safe and efficient machine startups by ensuring programs include appropriate safeguards (safe starts, tool breakage/probing routines, collision avoidance best practices).
• Use data (cycle time studies, tool life tracking, scrap/rework trends, machine alarms) to prioritize optimization work and report measurable gains.
• Train and support machinists and setup personnel on updated programs, tooling changes, and standardized best practices.
• Ensure all optimized programs and tooling changes follow company procedures for revision control, documentation, and compliance requirements.
  
  

Qualifications


Qualifications:

Skills

• Strong knowledge of G-code and M-code for CNC machines
• Knowledgeable in Computer-Aided Design software - AutoCAD or Solidworks
• Experience with Computer-Aided Manufacturing (CAM) EdgeCam
• Strong knowledge and understanding of blueprint readings
• Familiar with machining of plastics
• Background in machining with MAZAK lathes and mills (4 and 5 axis, single/dual spindle)
• Knowledgeable in continuous improvement/problem solving methodology

Education & Experience

• Minimum of 5 years of related experience
• Associates Degree in Precision Machining or equivalent degree preferred

Mathematical Skills

• Basic math skills including trigonometry.

Requires frequent standing. Good dexterity and attention to detail through visual/measurement inspection.

Job requires employee to work with coolants; medium noise level; some dust exposure when grinding or deburring material.

Pay, Benefits, Work Schedule


Competitive Compensation

• Participation in Annual Incentive Program

Benefit & Retirement Plans

Parker offers competitive benefit programs, including:

• Comprehensive coverage for medical, prescription drugs, dental, vision, voluntary optional life, accident insurance, hospital indemnity insurance and critical illness insurance with competitive premium cost.
• 401(k) Plan with company matching contributions at 100% of the first 5% of pay.
• Company provided defined-contribution retirement plan with annual contribution equal to 3% of pay.
• Career development and tuition reimbursement.
• Other benefits including paid parental leave, short and long-term disability programs, adoption assistance, a Care.com membership and financial planning assistance are provided at no cost to you.
• Supplemental benefit programs including identity protection, legal protection, and pet wellness are available at competitive rates.
• Paid Time Off and Company-Paid Holidays.
  
  

Equal Employment Opportunity


Parker is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. Parker is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job related reasons regardless of race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, gender identity, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by law. However, U.S. Citizenship, Permanent Residency or other appropriate status is required for certain positions, in accord with U.S. import & export regulations.

("Minority / Female / Disability / Veteran / VEVRAA Federal Contractor")

If you would like more information about Equal Employment Opportunity as an applicant under the law, please go to Employees & Job Applicants | U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission

Drug Tests


Drug-Free Workplace
In accordance with Parker's policies and applicable state laws, Parker provides for a drug-free workplace. Therefore, all applicants seeking employment with Parker will be subject to drug testing as a condition of employment.