Job Title: CNC Programmer

Department: Engineering

Summary: Utilizes Manufacturing software to generate computer numerical control (CNC) part program used to control CNC machine tools that machine various materials by performing the following duties.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

Analyzes drawings, specifications, and defined manufacturing process plan to determine program input data such as manufacturing methods, tools, reference points, and work holding devices.

Determines operation flow, and speeds and feeds of selected cutting tools.

Creates tool paths on CAM software for use in production CNC machines.

Creates support documentation such as set-up plans, flow charts, tool lists, inspection method sheets, as well as special fixture and tool designs.

Proves out new and updated CNC programs for accuracy and efficiency.

Trains shop floor personnel in the intricacies of the operation.

Qualifications:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education/Experience:

Must have 5 years minimum prior manual machining experience and working knowledge of CNC machines and controls. Training on CAM software is necessary to create tool path logic for CNC machines.

Language Ability:

Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization.

Math Ability:

Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume. Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra, trigonometry, and geometry.

Reasoning Ability:

Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

Computer Skills:

Computer skills are needed to utilize CAM software.

Certificates and Licenses:

Certificate for CAM software training is required.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

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 is regularly exposed to work near machinery and moving mechanical parts.

The noise level in the office is moderate, however the manufacturing work environment is usually loud.

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.

The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand. The employee is occasionally required to walk; sit; reach with hands and arms and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.