The Role
Creates and validates multi-axis CNC milling programs, selects tooling and toolpaths, prepares tooling and setup sheets, and troubleshoots machining issues. Reviews and improves existing programs and processes, including setup times. Requires knowledge of CNC machining, materials, blueprints, GD&T, aerospace manufacturing standards, and outsourced finishing processes. The role operates in a production environment with noise, machinery hazards, cutting fluids, and possible travel between facilities.
Summary Generated by Built In
Job Position Summary: CNC Programmer is responsible to create computer numerically controlled (CNC) programs to be used for automating machinists’ tools by using computer generated electronic data
You must have:
- High school diploma or GED required.
- Associate degree or higher in related field preferred
- Experience with CNC Mill multi-axis programming.
- CAD/CAM experience NX preferred.
- Processing Engineer experience preferred.
- Proficient computer skills including Microsoft Office
- Understanding of CNC machining techniques, and materials.
- Ability to interpret blueprints and knowledge of GD&T
- Ability to choose and/or design correct tooling, and apply speeds and feeds based on process and materials.
- Working knowledge in the Aerospace Manufacturing industry to include Aerospace standards and specifications.
- Working knowledge of manufacturing outsource processes i.e. Plating, Surface treatments and Heat Treat.
- Advance Analytical skills to gather, process and interpret data to solve problems and make decisions.
- Ability to effectively communicate both written and verbally.
- Strong attention to details
- Time Management and Organizational skills.
- Excellent Interpersonal and customer service skills.
- Must be able to work under pressure and meet multiple deadlines, while maintaining a positive attitude and providing exemplary customer service
- Ability to work independently and to carry out assignments to completion within parameters of instructions given, prescribed routines, and standard accepted practices.
In your role you will:
- Follow Safety culture and wear PPE when required.
- Select tooling and tool path in software to create program operations.
- Check completed programs using Vericut software.
- Create Tooling and Setup Sheets.
- Analyze and solve tool and program related issues on floor.
- Review and Modify existing Programs/Processes and Setup times for Continuous Improvement.
- Maintains a clean organized work area.
Working Conditions:
- Normal Production environments, subject to high noise levels from operating machines; physical hazards from moving equipment and sharp machine parts; breathing fumes, dust, and mist; skin exposure to oil and cutting fluid; exposure to sharp metal edges, and forklifts.
- May be asked to travel back and forth between Southwick and Westfield facilities.
Physical Requirements:
- Must have ability to read applicable customer documents with or without corrective lenses.
- May have to lift up to thirty (30) pounds at a time, as required.
- Must be able to push, pull, reach overhead, stand, walk, climb stairs, bend and/or sit for long periods of time.
Skills Required
- High school diploma or GED
- Associate degree or higher in a related field
- Experience with CNC mill multi-axis programming
- CAD/CAM experience, preferably NX
- Processing engineering experience
- Proficient computer skills, including Microsoft Office
- Understanding of CNC machining techniques and materials
- Ability to interpret blueprints and knowledge of GD&T
- Ability to select or design tooling and apply speeds and feeds based on process and materials
- Working knowledge of aerospace manufacturing standards and specifications
- Working knowledge of plating, surface treatments, and heat treat outsourcing processes
- Advanced analytical and problem-solving skills
- Effective written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to work independently and complete assignments within established instructions and practices
- Ability to lift up to 30 pounds and perform prolonged standing, walking, bending, reaching, and sitting
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The Company
What We Do
We are a global, diversified manufacturer of ultra-complex aerospace engine components with expertise in all major engine product categories. We are a leader in high quality manufacturing and customer collaboration. We are always in motion.
