CNC Machine Programmer

Essential Functions and Duties:

• Utilize Mastercam to develop CNC programs for mills and lathes.
• Set up, adjust, and operate CNC mills and lathes, as well as other necessary equipment, following setup documentation or work instructions.
• Verify setups by measuring positions, checking tool length offsets, and ensuring correct fixturing.
• Possess an understanding of G and M codes.
• Monitor and listen to operating machines to diagnose malfunctions and determine the need for adjustments or repairs. Report findings to supervisors.
• Maintain safe operations by adhering to safety procedures and regulations.
• Efficiently use precision measurement tools, such as height gauges, calipers, micrometers, optical comparators, dial indicators, gauge blocks, sine plates, sine bars, indexing heads, rotary tables, coordinate measuring machines (CMMs), and Vision Systems.
• Measure completed units to detect defects and ensure they conform to specifications.
• Perform all required form, fit, functional, and performance tests.
• Document actions by completing production and quality logs.
• Conduct preventative maintenance and daily machine shop tasks.
• Collaborate with engineering, shop management, and manufacturing personnel to exchange technical information.
• Remain focused and work with minimal supervision.
• Update job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities and reading technical publications.
• Willingness to learn new equipment such as 5-axis, Wire EDM, Swiss, and Mill-Turn machines.
• Achieve organizational goals by accepting ownership for accomplishing new and diverse requests and exploring opportunities to add value to job accomplishments.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School diploma or GED.
• Five (5) years of CNC programming experience using Mastercam software.
• Five (5) to ten (10) years of precision machining experience within a manufacturing or job shop environment.
• Experience with the following machines (operating, setting up, at-machine edits):
• Mills, 3 and 4 Axis
• Lathes
• Proficiency in G&M code, GD&T, measurement tools, shop math, and blueprint reading is required.