CNC Programmer

Job summary:  Directly involved in managing which body fabricated parts are being run on a day-to-day basis by setting sequenced set properties per line schedules and hot items needed. Work close with body fabrication and Aftermarket Parts (Sales and Warranty Departments) to manage body fabricated parts being complete per schedules and request.

Responsibilities:

• Creates instructions for machines operators.
• Reviews 3D CAD design prints
• Perform quality assurance tests to ensure products meet design specifications optimizing material yield.
• Translates instructions into a computer automated manufacturing (CAM) program.
• Communicates with engineers and operators who will use the program.
• Prepares geometric layout of designs using proper software.
• Determines sequence of operations in a program
• Consider tools required to cut particular materials and program machines accordingly.
• Analyzes job order and performs necessary calculations.
• Makes improvements to set up times for a task.
• Simplifies tooling time for jobs and increases equipment productivity/cycle while maintaining quality.
• Evaluates all completed designs to validate their functions and ensure they successfully reduce time and cost.
• Monitors all programs to make sure they follow engineering specifications and provides feedback when a design change is required to complete the task safely and successfully.
• Provides training for operators on automated systems.
• Complies with all safety rules and regulations.
• Ensures maximum run time per production shift.

Requirements (education, experience, travel, physical, work environment):

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Business suites including Excel/Word.
• Excellent reading comprehension skills
• Must have the ability to read prints and drawings.
• Skilled at troubleshooting and resolving mechanical or logistical problems that arise.
• Ability to perform all operations within acceptable quality and time standards.
• Knowledge of electronics and machine tools
• A minimum of 6 months of experience operating CNC equipment.
• Previous experience in CNC programing.
• Proficient in various computer software such as: Sigma Nest, CAD, and Raydan
• Two years of experience in a manufacturing environment preferred.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; use hands to handle, or feel objects, tools or controls; and reach with hands and arms. The employee frequently is required to walk.  The employee is occasionally required to stand, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. Other physical requirements include:

• Ability to regularly lift and/or move up to 40#’s without assistance.
• Ability to work from various squatting, kneeling or bending positions.
• Ability to work with arms above head.
• Ability to work from ladders or scaffolding.
• Ability to stand at a workstation for ten hours a day (minus specified breaks.)
• Ability to perform all operations within acceptable quality and time standards.
• Ability to safely use specified hand, air, power tools, and machinery.
• Ability to operate and understand the operation of all protective safety equipment in the area.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, peripheral vision and depth perception.
• Required to handle and dispose of hazardous waste.
• Ability to work in 105-degree heat for excess of ten (10) hours per day.
• Ability to work in noisy and dusty conditions.

Work Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works near moving mechanical parts. The employee is frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles and vibration. The employee is occasionally exposed to toxic or caustic chemicals.

• Ability to bend, stoop, and squat.

• Occasionally lift up to but not exceed 40#’s.

• Ability to work with arms above head.

• Able to read and follow written and verbal instructions.

The noise level in the work environment is elevated.

Personal Protective Equipment Recommended and/or Required:

• Safety glasses

• Earplugs
• Steel toed shoes
• Knee pads
• Gloves

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