CNC HAAS Programmer

Shift: Monday through Thursday, 6:00 am - 4:30 pm, overtime as needed Position Summary: The CNC machinist programs, loads, cycles, and detects malfunctions in order to effectively operate the Numerical Control Machines to fabricate parts.

Essential functions:

• Plan the machining process by studying work orders, blueprints, engineering plans, materials, specifications, orthographic drawings, locations of surfaces, and machining parameters; interpreting geometric dimensions and tolerances
• Plan stock inventory by checking stock to determine the amount available; verifying needed stock; following up on orders
• Program 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; providing part programs
• Set-up 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
• Load feed mechanism by lifting stock into position
• Verify settings by measuring positions first-run part and sample work pieces; adhering to standards
• Maintain 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
• Maintain safe operations by adhering to safety procedures and regulations
• Maintain equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements; following manufacturer’s instructions; troubleshooting malfunctions; calling for repairs
• Maintain continuity among work shifts by documenting and communicating actions, irregularities, and continuing needs
• Document actions by completing production and quality logs
• Accomplish organizational goals by accepting ownership for accomplishing new and different requests; exploring opportunities to add value to job accomplishments
• Input and maintain data in ERP computer system

Requirements:

• High School Diploma or GED
• 4-5 years of CNC experience
• Conceptual Skills
• Communication proficiency
• Mechanical and Technical skills-machines controlled by computers will need operators who understand CAD/CAM technology
• Attention to detail
• Problem solving skills
• Time Management
• Basic Computer Skills
• Maintain excellent attendance, and expected to work overtime if needed.

Environment Conditions:

• Humidity level may be elevated during summer months
• Exposure to loud noise
• Exposed to fumes or airborne particles, moving mechanical parts and vibration

Physical Demands:

• Able to stand on your feet for at least eight hours a day
• Requires frequent lifting, pushing, and pulling objects that are 50 pounds or heavier
• Required to walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear
• This is a 40 hour a week job with the potential for overtime

Experience:

• CNC: 2 years (Preferred)
• CNC programming: 2 years (Preferred)
• Supervising: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: In person