CNC Programmer

THE ROLE:

A CNC programmer writes code to automate power driven machines that cut and finish metal, as lathes, grinders and mills. This position is a 40 plus (+) hour position. Machinery Supervisor or Lead experience a plus. This position will support the facility in the absence of the Manager of Operations from time to time and is based in our Canastota, NY facility.

RESPONSIBILITIES & ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Creates instructions for machinists.
• Reviews 3D/2d CAD design blueprints.
• Provides support to machinists during CNC machine set-up.
• Makes calculations for programming including where materials should be cut.
• Translates instructions into a computer automated manufacturing (CAM) program.
• Checks completed programs by running simulations or tests.
• Prepares geometric layout of designs using proper software.
• Determines sequence of operations in a program.
• Choose cutting tools that will be needed.
• Analyzes job order and performs necessary calculations.
• Writes programs and modifies existing ones for increased efficiency.
• Analyzes and selects speeds and cutting tools for programs.
• Makes improvements to set up times for a task and contouring of complex shapes.
• Simplifies tooling time for workers and increases productivity for the client.
• Evaluates all completed designs to validate their functions and ensure they successfully reduce time and money for the client.
• Monitors all programs to make sure they follow blueprint instructions and safely and successfully complete the task.
• Provides training for employees on automated systems.
• Complies with all safety rules and regulations.

JOB REQUIREMENTS & QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must have experience with Mastercam and SolidWorks.
• Must have excellent reading comprehension skills.
• Experience programming of 3, 4 and 5-axis, mills and lathes
• Good math skills, especially algebra, trigonometry, and physics.
• Must have good problem-solving skills.
• Must have excellent time management skills, organizational and planning skills
• Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Must be mechanically inclined.
• Knowledge of metal shop work.
• Must be highly detail oriented.
• Must be able to work effectively with little or no supervision.
• Experience operating CMMs preferred
• Experience setting up and operating CNC Mills preferred
• Familiarity with Fanuc Siemens and Okuma controls preferred

• High School diploma.
• Knowledge of electronics and machine tools.
• At least 4 years of experience with programming.
• Continuing education to learn new techniques as they emerge.
• Certification from accredited technical school or work experience.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• This position can be required to participate in the company random or customer specific drug and alcohol screening and background check.
• Ability to lift 30 lbs.
• Ability to professionally handle stressful situations.
• Outgoing personality to interact with entire company and customers.
• Organization skills to manage multiple deadlines and priorities.
• Ability to sit or stand for long periods of times, able to reach above head, bend and stand.
• Able to pass a pre-employment drug, alcohol test and background check.
• Must not have allergies or issues related to handling oils or metals including aluminum, copper, bronze and steel.

Special Information (Travel required, physical requirements, background checks, valid license, on-call schedules, weekend rotations, lifting up to 30 lbs.)

• The position will be based full time in our Canastota, NY facility.
• Able to understand, read, write, and speak English proficiently.
• Legal to work in the United States and ability to provide proper documentation
• Possession of a valid driver's license

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• While performing the duties of this position, the employee will routinely enter a shop environment and will be exposed to moving mechanical parts. While the work area may be described as generally clean, safe, and "not loud