CNC Programmer II

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Nashua, NH
In-Office
3D Printing • Other
The Role
Be yourself at Protolabs 
Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification.  We are an equal opportunity employer, and we are committed to building a diverse team that feels they are valued in the workplace.  So do you feel you do not meet every single requirement but still intrigued? We encourage you to still apply!  You can help make our company even better.  We do not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender, age, mental or physical ability, or any way you represent yourself.  We strongly believe diversity makes for more successful teams. 
 
Why Protolabs? 
We are the leaders in digital manufacturing.  We hire doers, makers, and creative thinkers who tackle our roles with an entrepreneurial spirit.  Our culture is centered around meaningful work that brings new and innovative products to market at unprecedented speeds.  We are a diverse team that comes from all walks of life and take pride in our team who is smart, genuine, humble, and passionate about what we do.  It’s our people who fuel our creativity and make our culture feel like home. 

Join our team as a CNC Programmer II!

2 open shifts available:
2nd shift: 3pm-11pm
3rd shift 11pm-7am

The CNC Programmer creates computer programs for CNC machines using Mastercam and other CAM software. This role will also be responsible for setting up and operating CNC machines for proofing programs and production as needed in a prototype machine environment. 


What you will do

  • Develop and create CNC programs for CNC Milling machines for quality, cost or tooling efficiency.
  • Setup sheet creation and revision.
  • Approval of CNC programs, revisions and documentation.
  • Provide technical support to Project Engineers, Supervisors, Estimators and CNC Machinists for CNC program creation and/or modification.
  • Prepare CAM files from various sources to include CAD files, prints, and verbal instruction.
  • Set up CNC milling machines and run parts as needed.
  • Review customer documentation for errors and work with Estimators, Operations Manager, Quality, or customers to correct prior to manufacturing.
  • Perform other related duties as assigned.

What it takes

  • High School Diploma or equivalent
  • 5+ years of experience as a CNC Programmer
  • 2+ years of multi-axis CNC Programming experience
  • 10+ years of experience as a setup Machinist or Lathe Machinist
  • Mastercam experience.
  • Basic level of Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel).
  • Self-starter capable for developing quick and accurate turnaround of programs within established guidelines
  • Ability to manage time and problem solve in a fast-paced environment of constant change
  • Ability to work in a team-oriented environment while providing excellent customer service
  • Ability to read blueprints and use measuring tools to ensure correct tolerances
  • Demonstrated ability to increase productivity and continuously improve methods, approaches, and departmental contribution while being cost-sensitive
  • High standard of attention to detail

What's in it for you

  • We offer a competitive salary
  • In addition, we offer amazing benefits including but not limited to:
  • Health Insurance: Traditional OR High Deductible plan
  • Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Health Savings Account (including employer contributions)
  • Dental and Vision
  • Basic and Supplemental Life Insurance
  • Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
  • Paid caregiver leave
  • You will receive 3 weeks of PTO, plus Holiday Pay and Volunteer Hours
  • 401k with company match and immediate vest
  • Employee Stock Purchase Program at a 15% discounted rate
  • Matching grants through Protolabs foundation
  • And More!

Proto Labs maintains ITAR-compliant operations in all of our United States based facilities.  Due to ITAR regulations, this role is only open to U.S. Citizens, lawful permanent residents (green card holders) or foreign nationals granted refugee or asylee status.  Individuals with temporary visas (e.g. E, F-1, H-1, H-2, L, B, J, TN or OPT) are not eligible for hire in this role.
 
Proto Labs, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer
 
Physical Demands:
While performing the essential duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to sit; use a computer keyboard, monitor and mouse, telephone and printer; reach with hands, and arms, talk, see and hear.  The employee is regularly required to stand, walk, stoop or kneel and must be able to lift and/or move up to 70 pounds. 

Work Environment:
Indoors (A/C); nonsmoking; the majority of this job function is performed in a manufacturing area exposed to machinery and noise; with eye protection and safety shoes required. Occasionally works in outside weather conditions. Occasionally works near moving mechanical parts and in high, precarious places and is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, risk of electrical shock and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet to moderate.
  

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The Company
HQ: Maple Plain, MN
1,085 Employees

What We Do

Protolabs is the world's fastest digital manufacturing source for rapid prototyping and on-demand production. The technology-enabled company produces custom parts and assemblies in as fast as 1 day with automated 3D printing, CNC machining, sheet metal fabrication, and injection molding processes. Our digital approach to manufacturing enables accelerated time to market, reduces development and production costs, and minimizes risk throughout the product life cycle.

3D Printing
Our 3D printing service offers a wide selection of materials and technologies to create prototypes and end-use parts with complex geometries and detailed features. With tight process controls, careful design reviews, and extensive quality monitoring, we ensure precise and repeatable 3D-printed parts, every time.

CNC Machining
We use 3- and 5-axis milling along with turning to machine parts from commercial-grade plastics and metals. Our online quoting system and automated manufacturing process enable us to ship parts within 24 hours, helping customers accelerate development and reduce time to market.

Sheet Metal Fabrication
Protolabs is an industry leader in quick-turn sheet metal parts for both prototyping and low-volume production. Our digital approach to manufacturing enables us to fabricate sheet metal parts in as fast as 5 days. Additionally, we can support our customers’ development efforts with component assemblies, several finish options, and screen printing.

Injection Molding
Our injection molding service offers two options—prototyping and on-demand manufacturing—which provide customers a tooling solution that aligns with their project’s requirements. It’s used for quick-turn prototyping, bridge tooling, and low-volume production of up to 10,000+ parts in 15 days or less.

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