Sr. CNC Programmer

Key Duties/Programming Responsibilities:

Under limited supervision, this position is responsible for CNC program creation, proofing, and implementation.   This position will support plant-wide Lean efforts, using real-time creativity and frugality to remove waste and improve NC programs, tools, and equipment.

Responsibilities include:

• Responsible for quality parts produced on CNC machines, such as but not limited to, lathes and milling machines
• Maintain at all times the highest levels of Accuracy and Quality in all machining operations
• Interprets drawings or specifications to determine dimensions and tolerances of finished work pieces, sequence of operations and setup requirements.
• 3, 4, & 5 axis programming of milling and routing machines (strong focus on 5-axis programming)
• Hands-on set-up and program verification on all machines
• Supports design and fabrication of all necessary CNC holding fixtures
• Detects equipment malfunctions or out of tolerance machining and adjusts machine, within capabilities, controls or control media as required to insure quality of production. Reports all machine malfunctions to immediate supervisor.
• Lead/coordinate the training activities of all machine operators
• Assist engineers with product tool designs and participate in waste reduction and manufacturing process improvements

Knowledge:

• Strong understanding of CNC machines, operations, and languages
• Understand operations and setup of manual lathes and mills
• Working knowledge of Lean manufacturing, TPM, and visual factory  with a focus on waste reduction
• Experience interpreting engineering drawings, with a solid understanding of geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T per ASME Y14.5M)
• Extensive knowledge and application of precision measuring instruments and the application of such instruments. Instruments should include but not limited to calipers, ID and OD micrometers, depth gages, indicators and scales.
• Extensive knowledge of tool holders, cutting tools, boring bars, fixtures, inserts and other accessories used on various machines.

Skills:

• Proficient programming with Mastercam
• Experience using CATIA V5, SolidWorks, or UG desirable
• Experience using Vericut or other proofing software desirable
• Extensive experience machining composite and metallic materials
• Must possess basic math skills to include but not limited to adding, subtracting, multiplication, division for the purpose calculating material fabrication.
• Must be able to communicate in English (both written and oral) as it relates to the job

Abilities:

• Leadership per the AI leadership competency model which focuses on these key abilities:
• Communication
• Resourcefulness
• Drive
• Customer Focus
• Must exhibit strong sense of urgency and desire to provide CNC programming support for production and development shop environments
• Able to identify problems and willing to make decisions
• Flexible and adaptable
• Well organized and disciplined
• Able to set and balance priorities
• Able to work on multiple projects in parallel
• Within the scope of the job requirements, will be required to adhere and comply with state and federal law, the Company ISO Quality Program and procedures, Company policies and Safety and Environmental Regulations.

Additional Position Requirements: (education, certifications, physical)

• High School or GED Equivalent Required
• Minimum of 15 years relevant machining and programming experience
• Able to work extended hours, as required, and be able to lift tools and assemblies weighing up to 50 lbs.
• Must have good eyesight or prescription glasses to read small print on engineering drawings and blueprints
• Must be willing and able to work flexible shifts and changing work schedules.