CNC Programmer

Job Title: CNC Programmer
Department: Production
Reports To: Shop Manager

Job Summary

• Produce CNC programs and assist machinist in set up, operation and troubleshooting of parts. Based on need will operate CNC machines and perform maintenance on machinery.

General Accountabilities

• Develops CNC programs using only company provided modeling and programming software based on drawings provided.
• Analyzes drawings to calculate dimensions for cutting, which tools to use and to determine machine speeds and feed rates.
• Monitors machinist progress and provide advice on adjustments or modification required to keep parts within specifications.
• Backup all programs to the company server on a daily basis.
• Plans machining, tolerances and sequences of operations by studying work orders, sample parts, blueprints, engineering plans, materials, specifications, orthographic drawings, reference planes, locations of surfaces, and machining parameters; interpreting geometric dimensions and tolerances (GD&T).
• Programs mills and lathes by entering instructions, including zero and reference points; setting tool registers, offsets, compensation, and conditional switches; calculating requirements, including basic math, geometry, and trigonometry; proving part programs.
• Set up or assist with set ups on mills and lathes by installing and adjusting three- and four-jaw chucks, tools, attachments, collets, bushings, cams, gears, stops, and stock pushers; indicating vices; tramming heads.
• Select the appropriate tools, machines, and materials to be used in preparation of machinery work.
• Monitor the feed and speed of machines during the machining process.
• Maintains specifications by observing drilling, grooving, and cutting, including turning, facing, knurling and thread chasing operations; taking measurements; detecting malfunctions; troubleshooting processes; adjusting and reprogramming controls; sharpening and replacing worn tools; adhering to quality assurance procedures and processes.
• Confer with engineering, supervisory, or manufacturing personnel to exchange technical information.
• Program computers or electronic instruments, such as numerically controlled machine tools.
• Operate equipment to verify operational efficiency
• Clean and lubricate machines, tools, and equipment to remove grease, rust, stains, and foreign matter.
• Evaluate experimental procedures, and recommend changes or modifications for improved efficiency and adaptability to setup and production
• Dispose of scrap or waste material in accordance with company policies and environmental regulations.
• Maintains safe operations by adhering to safety procedures and regulations.
• Maintains continuity among work shifts by documenting and communicating action.
• Execute other reasonable duties as directed by supervisors.
• Accomplishes organization goals by accepting ownership for accomplishing new and different requests; exploring opportunities to add value to job accomplishments.
• Acknowledge and follow company policies as laid out in the employee handbook.

Job Qualifications

• Required Experience: 5+ years of FANUC programming experience with Mastercam and Edgecam.

Competencies

• Planning/Organizing - Prioritizes and plans work activities; Uses time efficiently; Plans for additional resources; Sets goals and objectives.
• Operating – Uses conceptual and technical experience and skills to perform daily machining and set up activities; focuses on the job and exhibits a high attention to detail.
• Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems time efficiently; Gathers and analyzes information; Develops solutions; Works well in group problem solving situations; Uses reason.
• Oral Communication - Speaks clearly and persuasively; Listens and gets clarification when necessary; Responds informatively to questions.
• Written Communication - Writes clearly and concisely; Edits work; Varies writing style to meet specific needs; Presents numerical data effectively; Able to read and interpret written information.

Skills: Language

• Required: Must be conversational in English.  Preferred: Fluent in English, Spanish and/or Vietnamese.

Physical Demands

• Required to able to bend, lift, climb, sit, stand and walk.
• Occasionally required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel.
• Occasionally required to reach with hands and arms.
• Occasionally required to talk or hear.
• Occasionally required to lift moderate weights (less than 50 pounds)
• Specific vision abilities required for this job include: close vision, distance vision, ability to adjust or focus

Work Environment

• Depending on the weather, climate controlled room.