Jr. CNC Programmer/Planner - UPM Northrbook

DescriptionUnited Performance Metals (UPM) is looking for its next team member dedicated to continuous improvement to join our Chicago, IL team. Supported by O’Neal Industries with 100 years of expertise, this opening will provide you the opportunity to learn what it takes to distribute specialty metals across the globe. Through advanced technology and global reach, our company prides itself on delivering excellence and growing opportunities for our Associates.FLSA Status: Non-ExemptStarting Wage: $25 - $27, depending on experienceWorking Hours: Monday - Friday 8am - 5pmLocation: Northbrook, IL - On-SitePRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:Develop a thorough understanding of current operating system as it pertains to Production Planning duties.Develop and implement CNC programs for waterjet cutting machines.From respective planning screens, initiate Production Planning process by reviewing Customer Sales Orders requirements that involve the use of Shop Floor machines.Assist Sales with quoting machines that require CDA Drawings to design, develop and optimize material management.Review technical drawings and blueprints to create accurate machining plans.Understand and review inventory to ensure best use of existing material resources.Understand and review machine capabilities to ensure best use of Shop Floor resources.Develop the plan to bring together these three elements (Sales Order, Material & Machine) to ensure all Customer requirements are met.Enter Production Job(s) to be used by Shop Floor personal in the completion of the planned workload.Prioritize and schedule Shop Floor workload.Work with Sales and Operations Leads to overcome spikes in workload and changes in Shop Floor resources.Collaborate with operators to troubleshoot and optimize processes.Monitor machine performance and adjust programs as needed for continuous improvement.Secondary duties assigned when applicableTRAITS AND EXPIERENCE FOR SUCCESS:Familiarity with CNC programming or operating, especially for waterjets.CAD/CAM experienceStrong attention to detail and problem-solving skills.Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and blueprints.Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.BENEFITS:2+ Weeks Mixed PTO, after 30-daysQuarterly Bonus ProgramCompetitive medical, dental, and vision premiums (No vision premium for team members)HDHP with Company made HSA contributions availableTuition Reimbursement Program401k MatchEqual Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with DisabilitiesThe contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)