LEAD FABRICATOR / CNC Vertical Mill Programmer

LEAD FABRICATOR / CNC Vertical Mill Programmer Custom manufacturing company located in New Castle, DE, is seeking a well-rounded HANDS-ON Lead Fabricator to head up our CNC Department. Candidate will be responsible for manipulation of g & m codes at machines, experience with MasterCam, setting up and operating CNC Vertical Mills (Haas VF-10, VF-4, VF-3 & Fadal) and fabrication of custom steel, aluminum and wood products. Full time day shift position. Attractive salary and benefits package. Duties and Responsibilities:

• CNC programming, set up & operation of CNC Vertical Mills for standard & custom parts
• Set-up and break-down of machining centers as well as scheduling PM and cleaning
• Knowledge of trouble shooting machines
• Create schedules for machining centers based on production schedule
• Train and oversee machine operators
• Must be familiar with steel and aluminum
• Work on other shop equipment such as manual mills, press-brake, saws, lathe, drills, etc.
• Draw, read and interpret prints, plans, sketches, and shop drawings.
• Work with designers and management to achieve customers' satisfaction.
• Maintain a high level of production while maintaining quality
• Responding to quick turnaround orders; Some overtime required
• Performing well in a fast-paced and team-oriented environment
• Maintain clean equipment and work area
• Forklift certified preferred
• Perform related duties, as assigned Minimum Acceptable Qualifications:
• Trade school graduate, or equivalent.
• 5+ years of programming experience with CNC Vertical Machining Centers
• Knowledge of Auto CAD, Solidworks and MasterCam
• Knowledge of wood & Plexiglas a plus
• Strong knowledge of shop practices and skill in using shop tools and equipment.
• Ability to ACCURATELY read tape measure & blueprints and translate into fabricated products using fractions & decimal places
• Experience with Laminates and veneers a plus
• Must have reliable transportation
• Sufficient strength and physical

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