CNC Machining Specialist

Location: Bangalore, India

Contract Type: Full Time

Experience: 6-10 years in manufacturing

Industry: On-Demand Manufacturing or B2B Marketplaces

About the Company - ShiaanX

We are a B2B marketplace for on-demand manufacturing of custom precision components. We cater to global customers and offer a wide range of manufacturing services, including CNC machining, 3D printing, EDM and sheet metal fabrication. We empower businesses to innovate, prototype, and produce high-quality parts with speed, flexibility, and cost efficiency. Our Industries include Aerospace, Robotics, Energy and Electronics.

Job Summary:

The CNC Machining Specialist – Precision Manufacturing will play a dual role in supporting technical manufacturing operations and ensuring smooth vendor management in Bangalore. This role requires strong expertise in CNC machining and design-for-manufacturability. Experience in quality check or vendor development is a plus.

Key Responsibilities:

1. CNC Machining Quotation & DFM Support

· Develop accurate quotations for CNC machining jobs, factoring in materials, processes, tooling, and cycle times.

· Provide Design for Manufacturability (DFM) feedback on customer drawings to ensure cost-effective and efficient production.

· Act as a technical resource to the sales team by reviewing requirements and suggesting optimal manufacturing approaches.

2. Process Planning & Oversight

· Define detailed process charts, including tools, operations, and parameters to be followed by vendors.

· Maintain technical oversight of vendor operations to ensure process compliance and consistency

· Develop CAM toolpaths for complex machining jobs when required.

3. Vendor Development and Coordination with Manufacturers

• Identification of Manufacturers: Assist the Company in identifying and developing manufacturing partners for various manufacturing processes such as CNC machining, 3D printing, EDM and sheet metal fabrication. Such identification may either be linked for a particular enquiry or otherwise keeping in mind the manufacturing processes offered by the Company. Further, assist the Company in onboarding such manufacturing partners.
• Manufacturer Coordination: Work with the marketplace’s network of manufacturers to ensure alignment with customer requirements.
• Technical Liaison: Act as the technical point of contact between Company and manufacturers, ensuring clear communication and resolution of technical issues.
• Recommend Solutions: Suggest appropriate manufacturing vendors, processes and materials based on customer requirements along with the necessary tools / moulds required, if any.
• Support ongoing vendor relationship management to improve quality and reduce lead times.

4. Quality checks and Expediting

· Conduct quality checks on manufactured parts using gauges, verniers, CMM, and other precision instruments.

· Ensure compliance with GD&T, drawings, and customer specifications before shipment.

· Work closely with vendors to expedite production, resolve technical issues, and ensure timely deliveries.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

Experience:

• 6+ years of hands-on experience in CNC machining, programming, or manufacturing operations.
• Exposure to vendor development, supplier quality, or production planning preferred.
• Experience in an on-demand manufacturing or B2B marketplace environment is a plus.

Technical Skills:

• Strong knowledge of CNC machining operations, tooling, and GD&T.
• Proficiency in CAD/CAM software (e.g., SolidWorks, AutoCAD, Mastercam).
• Ability to interpret technical drawings and material specifications.
• Deep knowledge of use of gauges, verniers, CMM, etc to conduct the quality check of the mechanical parts.
• Process planning and costing expertise for machining jobs.
• Understanding of material properties and their applications in manufacturing.

Soft Skills:

• Strong problem-solving and analytical abilities.
• Excellent communication and vendor relationship management skills.