Location: Lafayette, IN (on-site 5 days week)
Years of experience required: 7 - 20 Years
JOB SUMMARYLooking for a candidate capable of supporting process validation on new machines running new programs or tooling. While expert-level CNC programming skills are not required, the individual should be proficient enough to guide the operator to set up the program, make minor adjustments in CNC program, and identify and document necessary changes.
PRINCIPAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
- Support process validation on new machines running new programs or tooling.
- Assist in proving out new programs and resolving issues during initial production runs.
- Provide CNC programming expertise for the introduction of new capital equipment and machining processes.
- Evaluate probing cycles and machining strategies to ensure dimensional conformance as verified by CMM inspections.
- Minor modification to the existing programs in UG - NX
- Update and maintain CNC programs and related documentation based on FAI results and engineering change requests.
- Troubleshoot machining processes and provide technical solutions to improve performance and quality.
QUALIFICATIONS
Skills/Specialized Knowledge/Abilities
- Proven ability to resolve early-stage production issues and optimize machining cycle times.
- Experience providing shop floor support during production ramp-up, including coordination with operators and supervisors.
- Expertise in CNC program development/modification using UG NX, with program verification experience in Vericut.
- In-depth knowledge of cutting tools, tool holders, boring bars, and inserts across various machining platforms.
- Solid understanding of engineering drawings, tolerancing standards, and GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing).
- Capability to perform Root Cause Analysis (RCA), implement corrective actions, and improve process capability (Cp/Cpk).
- Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Effective communication skills for cross-functional coordination and technical discussions.
Kaleidoscope, an Infosys Company, is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, spouse of protected veteran, or disability.
Skills Required
- 7–20 years of relevant experience
- Authorized to work for any employer in the United States without visa sponsorship
- Experience supporting process validation on new machines, programs, or tooling
- Experience proving out CNC programs and resolving initial production issues
- CNC program development and modification using UG NX
- CNC program verification experience using Vericut
- Knowledge of cutting tools, tool holders, boring bars, and inserts across various machining platforms
- Understanding of engineering drawings, tolerancing standards, and GD&T
- Ability to perform root cause analysis, implement corrective actions, and improve Cp/Cpk process capability
- Experience providing shop floor support during production ramp-up and coordinating with operators and supervisors
- Strong problem-solving skills
- Effective communication and cross-functional collaboration skills
What We Do
When clients come to us for product design and development, they get a full range of technical expertise and laboratory resources, but they also get a team that’s relentless when it comes to solving problems and creating designs that are the ideal combination of function and form. What does that mean? We build tools that save lives. For surgeons, it means they have tools that not only address but anticipate their needs, which helps improve their patients’ outcomes. We create products that save money and ensure safety. For people juggling family, work, and other demands, it means they have products that provide real help in managing their everyday lives. And for businesses, it means their bottom line is supported with durable tools that improve efficiency and protect their teams. From concept to production plan, or at any phase in between, we are a partner that can extend your product development know-how or provide additional mindpower to free up in-house teams.
