CNC Programmer – Turning Department
Job Summary:
We are seeking an experienced CNC Programmer specializing in turning operations to join our team. This role focuses on creating efficient and precise CNC programs to support production goals in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience with Mastercam, G&M codes, and turning tool applications.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and optimize CNC programs for lathes using Mastercam to meet production and quality requirements.
- Understand and edit G&M codes as necessary to enhance program performance and ensure proper functionality.
- Select appropriate feeds, speeds, and tooling for a wide variety of materials, including exotic materials, ensuring optimal machine utilization.
- Collaborate with machinists on the shop floor to troubleshoot issues and provide technical support during setup and operation.
- Interpret engineering documentation, including GD&T, customer drawings, sketches, and heat treatment requirements, to accurately program parts.
- Partner with engineering to assist in process planning, including work holding solutions and defining the order of operations.
- Utilize SolidWorks to create and modify tooling models, verify clearances, and extract solid models for programming purposes.
- Communicate effectively with cross-functional teams to ensure smooth production workflows and resolve issues.
- Maintain detailed documentation, including program files, setup sheets, and tooling libraries.
- Work with exotic materials and adhere to aerospace manufacturing standards where applicable.
Qualifications:
- Minimum of 5 years of experience programming CNC lathes in a manufacturing environment.
- Proficiency in Mastercam programming software.
- Strong knowledge of G&M codes and turning tool applications.
- Hands-on shop experience with the ability to recommend and apply appropriate feeds and speeds.
- Proficiency in interpreting GD&T and complex engineering documentation.
- Experience with SolidWorks is highly recommended for tooling design and modeling.
- Familiarity with Microsoft Office (Word and Excel).
- Aerospace gear turning experience is a plus.
- Experience working with exotic materials is desirable.
- Operating CNC machines experience is a plus.
- U.S. citizenship or Green Card holder status is required.
What We Offer:
- Competitive compensation.
- Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, and short-term disability coverage.
- 401(k) with company match.
- Opportunities for career development and growth in a supportive team environment.
- Equal Opportunity Employer.
If you are a highly skilled CNC Programmer with turning expertise and meet the above qualifications, we encourage you to apply and become a valued member of our team!