CNC Programmer III

Overview:

This position exists to program CNC Machines, it requires a “Hands On” approach and team player that will performing 6S activities in their area and involvement in continuous improvement initiatives.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Train other programmers and/or Machinists as required
• May be required to assist in sourcing and commissioning of new machine shop equipment
• Create and/or update programs to fabricate machined parts to meet engineering drawings/models
• Set-up machines as required
• Design holding fixtures as required for part fabrication
• Ability and aptitude to train or cross-train other CNC Programmers
• Research vendor websites to specify correct cutting tools and associated programming thereof
• May be required to assist Quality with inspection criteria based on critical dimensions
• Assist machinists with part measurements for First Article Inspection and adjustment of programs as necessary to meet drawing requirements
• Stay current with new versions of programming software
• Participate in designated continuous improvement activities as requested
• May be required to design fixtures
• Participate in all required training sessions
• Complete all required data entry and paperwork in an accurate and timely manner
• Perform other related duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• - Employee is occasionally required to stand
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to walk throughout the facility
• This position is mainly sedentary; Therefore, required to sit
• Occasionally will need to bend, stoop and squat
• Frequent lifting and/or moving up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds
• Required to reach with hands and arms to handle documents and products
• Must be able to enter data into a computer by use of a key board and mouse and be able to sit for long periods at his/her desk as well as occasionally visit employees throughout the building to gather data and clarify information

Education:

• High School Diploma or equivalent training institution Certification and/or demonstrated experience in a similar manufacturing environment
• Minimum 5 years experience in a technical environment

Experience:

• Overseeing and approving DFMA reviews and approval of engineering drawings (specifically tools, jigs & fixtures) preferred
• Minimum 5 years' CAD programming and CAD experience (SolidWorks and Inventor preferred)
• Design holding fixtures as required for part fabrication
• Experienced Esprit programmer, competent at CNC machine set-up across a variety of machines
• Strong computer and analytical skills required
• Base knowledge of machining tolerances and process capabilities
• Experience reading and using basic inspection tools (calipers, micrometers, height gage, etc.)

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Strong Mechanical Aptitude
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Strong analytical and Problem Solving Skills
• Dependable
• Team Oriented
• Ability to take initiative
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines
• Ability to adjust to changing priorities
• Proficiency in the interpretation of GD&T on engineering drawings per ASME Y14.5
• Base knowledge of metallurgy (i.e. material strength, hardness, machinability, heat treatment processes)
• Proficiency in machining tolerances and process capabilities
• Proficiency in the inspection tools and methods
• Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Must be able to work in a highly collaborative environment
• Ability to identify and solve problems with little direction or assistance
• Proficient mathematical skills including geometry and math conversions

Physical Requirements:

• Employee is occasionally required to stand
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to walk throughout the facility
• This position is mainly sedentary; Therefore, required to sit
• Occasionally will need to bend, stoop and squat
• Frequent lifting and/or moving up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds
• Required to reach with hands and arms to handle documents and products
• Must be able to enter data into a computer by use of a key board and mouse and be able to sit for long periods at his/her desk as well as occasionally visit employees throughout the building to gather data and clarify information
• Employee is occasionally required to stand
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to walk throughout the facility
• This position is mainly sedentary; Therefore, required to sit
• Occasionally will need to bend, stoop and squat
• Frequent lifting and/or moving up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds
• Required to reach with hands and arms to handle documents and products
• Must be able to enter data into a computer by use of a key board and mouse and be able to sit for long periods at his/her desk as well as occasionally visit employees throughout the building to gather data and clarify information

Work Environment:

• The work environment conditions are typical of a manufacturing environment. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the basic functions. The noise level in the work environment ranges from quiet to moderate, however, hearing protection may be required if employee enters high noise areas as a part of their normal job duties.