CNC Programmer

Under general supervision, the CNC Programmer reports to and assist Sales Personnel to resolve all print issues concerning legibility, missing dimensions or any vital information that will prevent us to produce the product. The programmer also verifies the process flow of the part through the traveler and prepares/creates CAD geometry and operational programs for the fabrication of precision parts.  Develops and maintain concepts of quality, efficiency and priority.

Key Responsibilities (but not limited to):

• CNC Mill Programming.
• Review and validating that the blue prints are legitimate and contains all required information to successfully manufacture the part.
• Process planning for manufacturing parts from start to finish, utilizing all production departments.
• Quoting manufacturing times for Sales.
• Create prints from CAD models for Sales and manufacturing use.
• Review and approving job traveler sequence of operations.
• Provide accurate information and clear instructions on setup sheets for machining
• Indicate changes/additional information on job procedures, run time, and submit to the Sales Personnel for adjustments Technical assistance to Sales Personnel. (quoting, procedure, feasibility)
• Submit purchase request for special tools.
• Following in-house training, expected to logon and input required vital information into network system (Epicor)
• Update job sheet information. (Procedure, blank size, machine allocation.)
• End of project review. (finalize program and run time documentation)
• Generate accurate part geometry and prints

Essential Skills:

• Fully understand the program software and CNC machines
• Ability to read and follow blueprints and general understanding of tolerance and GD&T

Qualifications

Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree and 5+ years of relevant work experience, or work experience in lieu of a degree
• 3yrs of CNC mill setup and machining experience
• 5yrs of CNC programming using CAM Surfcam or equivalent education. MasterCam is a plus.
• 2yrs of CAD modeling using SolidWorks or equivalent education. Other CAD proficiency is a plus.
• Regularly required to use hands and fingers to handle, feel and operate computer, phone and other tools as needed
• Ability to do repetitive work, requiring strong dexterity and hand/eye coordination
• Ability to lift and/or move up to 25 lbs.