PROGRAMMER NON-EXEMPT

Hours: Monday - Friday 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM Overtime as needed Position Summary: Create CNC programs that allow Mills, Lathes, and Burning Equipment to machine/cut parts in desired shapes per print and within desired tolerances. Essential Functions: (The reason the position exists is to perform these functions, non-essential, ancillary functions should not be listed here). D escription Develop CNC programs using SolidWorks/CAM software for mills, lathes, lasers, waterjet, and plasma machines based on customer engineered prints. Establish process capability by machine center, program designated machines. Configure tools and ensure efficient production. Analyze prints, and design data to calculate correct part dimension for machines, tool selection, machine speed and feed rates. Monitor output and proper operation of equipment. Make mechanical program adjustments to ensure parts meet all requirements. Communicate recommendations to modify processes to improve productivity and quality. Carry out other duties reasonable within capability as required by Machine Shop and Burn Department Supervisors. Able to demonstrate good manufacturing practices and be able to select tooling and machine resources for manufacture of parts. Develop and maintain fixtures, tooling, and programs. Must be able to respond promptly and professionally to process improvements by utilizing troubleshooting and problem-solving skills. Maintain CNC library with revision control. Contribute to team environment by performing related duties as instructed in a respectful manner and being available to work overtime when necessary. Qualifications, Education, Knowledge, Training, Work Experience: Competent operating CNC Machines and/or Burning Machines. Must be proficient in SolidWorks and/or MasterCam. Experience programming in MasterCam. Proficient understanding of G-code and M-code programming. Experience setting up and troubleshooting CNC machines. Proficient in shop mathematics to calculate tool offsets, home positions, and verify print dimensions. Understands geometry and trigonometry. Able to read and interpret blueprints, drawings, models, sketches, and GD&T. Understanding methodizing and process improvements. Experience working with various types of steel, aluminum, titanium, and other hard metals. Prior Experience in a similar role in a similar environment. Trade School Experience and Five (5) years' experience in a similar role CNC programming similar machine. Combination of Experience and Schooling may be sufficient depending on details. Participating in project kickoff meetings. Read and understand all routing instructions, drawings, and MPL notes. Ensure routing signoffs have been performed before and after the current process. Studying product and consumer requirements along with engineering, estimating, and manufacturing. Collecting material samples for conducting physical tests and analysis when necessary. Setting standards for in-process, finished product and rework. Ensuring all measurements and tolerances remain within stated specifications. Following all government regulations. Eliminating waste in machining operations. Help with scheduling jobs and personnel. Checking speeds and feeds of programs ran daily. Setup reduction. Time studies Conduct random quality checks on floor as time permits. Metrics: Quality Productivity On-Time Delivery Teamwork-Collaboration Safety Programming errors (NCR's) Physical Demands and Environment: Constant exposure to a manufacturing setting. Must be able to stand for extended periods of time to operate machines efficiently. Must be able to withstand loud noises, extreme heat, lift heavy objects up to 50 lbs. Must have the dexterity to handle various objects necessary to complete the essential functions. Quality Processes: It is the responsibility of all employees to meet our customers' quality needs and to follow the quality policy and procedures as set forth in the Quality Procedure Manual.