CNC Programmer

Job Summary: Program, setup, and operate as a production backup, if required; CNC laser machine, multi-spindle drill, drill/routing machines, turret presses, and machining centers: VMC and PDA, per work instructions, setup sheets, blueprints, process travelers, and/or verbal instructions. Also support the Toolmaker functions as required.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations will be considered to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Program, setup, and operate CNC controlled laser machine, drill machines, drill/routing machines, turret presses, ink jet printers and machining centers.
• Establish part specific programs including definition of process and machine settings.
• Write and maintain setup sheets and logs for each part number.
• Verify product quality through use of optical and mechanical measuring machines, gage pins, calipers, and micrometers.
• Monitor machine and product to insure process is operating within established specification limits.
• Maintain workstation cleanliness expectations.
• Perform short-term machine preventative maintenance.
• Provide backup support for the toolmaker function as required.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications / Competencies

• Understanding of CAM/CNC programming, Master Cam experience helpful.
• Knowledge of computer applications such as manufacturing software, project management software, and Microsoft Office applications.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Able to perform complex mathematical calculations and statistical analysis.
• Must be able to use a micrometer, caliper, read and understand blueprints, process travelers, and operate optical and mechanical measuring equipment.
• Good organization skills and attention to detail.
• Able to work independently as well as a team player.
• Able to understand quality requirements.
• Familiar with safety regulations as they pertain to the job.

Education and/or Experience: Associates degree or technical certificate in machine tool or CNC programming required with 1-year related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Safety Roles And Responsibilities All TCLAD employees are empowered to stop production if someone is in danger and notify their supervisor if an unsafe act or product quality concern is occurring. Also, each member of the TCLAD team is responsible for identifying continuous improvement and pollution prevention opportunities and participating in problem solving teams as necessary.

Associates are faced with many decisions every day. How associates respond is based on an understanding of what is expected of them. Setting expectations should be done at time of hire with regular and frequent reminders during the associate’s tenure. Listed below are some of the items that can be used to help set safety performance expectations:

• Following all rules
• Communicating with direct supervisor and/or safety coordinator/team regarding potential injury exposures or ideas for reducing injury exposures.
• Understanding that they have a responsibility to act safely.
• Report injury symptoms early to prevent them from becoming more severe.
• Understand when and how to use personal protective equipment and follow use guidelines.
• Participate in facility safety teams (5-S, JSA, BBS, Ergonomics, Incident Investigation, etc.)
• Know and understand the SHE requirement of the jobs you perform
• Report to work fit for duty without impairment from drugs, medications or other influences.
• Maintain a proper level of safety awareness to do your job without causing injury to yourself or your co-workers
• Ensure that you are engaging in proper work practices and behavior at all times
• Actively participate in TCLAD’s safety programs and, as required, in a risk assessment of your job
• Continually review your work environment for hazards which could lead to an injury or incident, and properly initiate corrective action
• Immediately correct improper SHE practices being performed by co-workers, contractors and visitors
• Maintain a clean and orderly work area at all times.
• Promptly report all injuries, suspected injuries and SHE incidents to a supervisor
• Immediately notify your supervisor if the resources or authority required to correct any known, SHE deficiency is not available to you
• Create an environment of openness, trust and mutual respect, permitting every employee to excel in SHE performance