Lead CNC Programmer - Cary
About Our Client
Our client is a leading, high-volume manufacturer of precision machined metal components with global operations. They are a family-owned and well-established business in Illinois and are continuing to grow to this day. They maintain their emphasis on employee-centric culture and take a lot of pride in taking care of their people, developing them professionally, and allowing them to maintain a healthy work-life balance.
Job Description
Main duties and responsibilities include the following:
- Perform CAD design and drafting of fixtures, gages, and custom cutting tools
- Assist in the fabrication of fixtures and gages as needed
- Maintain documentation in accordance with company procedures, including drawings and tool room fixture programs
- Diagnose production issues related to fixture, gage, and tool design
- Analyze and enhance tool room production processes
- Collaborate on designs for extrusion, fixtures, tools, and gages
- Participate in continuous improvement initiatives and problem-solving efforts
- Program CNC machines for new products and optimize existing production processes
- Write and optimize CNC programs for complex parts on three- and four-axis machining centers
- Ensure compliance with tooling and machining requirements during initial setups
- Assist in the development of workholding fixtures and selection of cutting tools
- Measure parts and monitor tolerances throughout the production process, making adjustments as necessary
Apply today using the link provided and your resume will be considered within 1 business day
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The Successful Applicant
The successful candidate will possess the following:
- Minimum of 5 years' experience in CNC programming and setup
- Prior supervisory experience is required
- Proficiency in Mastercam and Inventor
- Ability to travel internationally as needed
- Strong understanding of G and M codes
- Some college education or industry-specific certifications are a plus
- Experience with Brother VMCs is advantageous
- Solid understanding of fixture design
- Proficiency in blueprint reading and GD&T
- Excellent communication skills and a team-oriented mindset
- Base salary $90,000-$110,000 depending on level of experience
- 3 weeks PTO , flexible time for sick days
- 401k match
- Health/Dental/Life - eligible 1st of the month after starting
- Fantastic culture within family-owned business