Opportunity: PROGR007658

O'Neal Steel is currently seeking Programmer (CAD) for 2nd Shift in Birmingham, AL.

General Description:

The Programmer will design and improve processes with CNC programming to increase the efficiency and quality of production.

Responsibilities Include but Are Not Limited To:

• Analyze and evaluate prints for production methods, assist in determining machine time costs, calculate processing costs and lead time.
• Programming of CNC machines.
• Read technical drawings and set up the machines in accordance with blueprints.
• Use computer software to model cutting paths and program machines accordingly.
• Adjust machine cutting paths or settings to optimize production while maintaining quality.
• Troubleshoot and resolve problems with machines as they arise.
• Prepare necessary paperwork, check stock, coordinate orders in warehouse.
• Interface with Inside Sales to provide quotes for customers in a timely manner.

**Required Skills, Education and Experience: **

• High school diploma.
• Demonstrated experience in reading and interpreting blueprints.
• Effective communication skills, both oral and written.
• Ability to communicate and work effectively across multiple departments including outside contacts and vendors.
• Demonstrated ability to develop and successfully implement technical ideas.
• May need to effectively convey technical specifications to a non-technical individual or audience.

**Desired Skills, Education and Experience: **

• Associate’s degree in drafting or a related field.
• One year’s experience in parts programming or Inside Sales.
• Demonstrated analytical skills, including interpretation and application.
• Competent in the areas of organizational skills, critical thinking, problem solving, and teamwork.

*Upon offer of employment, candidates must pass a criminal background check and drug test (excludes THC).

**Benefits: **O'Neal offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package including, but not limited to:

• Health, Vision and Dental Insurance
• Work site Wellness Programs
• Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Coverage
• Tuition and Health club Reimbursement
• Accidental Death and Dismemberment and Life Insurance
• Adoption Assistance
• Training and Development Opportunities
• 401k

*About Us:

With more than 100 years in business, O'Neal Steel is now the United States' largest family-owned metals service center supplying carbon and alloy steel, stainless and aluminum products for companies nationwide.Customers ranging from small job shops to major manufacturers have come to rely on O’Neal as their one-stop shop for a vast inventory and complete range of steel products, available for quick delivery through our national network of distribution facilities. As a third-generation family-owned business, we remain committed to the principles of our founder – and the success of our customers.*

Experience

• Demonstrated analytical skills, including interpretation and application.
• Demonstrated ability to develop and successfully implement technical ideas.
• Effective communication skills, both oral and written.
• Demonstrated experience in reading and interpreting blueprints.

Education

• High School or better

• Bachelors or better in Business or related field

• Associates or better in Drafting and Design or related field

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

You should be proficient in:

• Basic Computer Skills
• Blueprint Reading
• Budgeting / Forecasting Experience
• Customer Service
• Troubleshooting CNC Machines
• Shop Math Skills
• Quality Inspection Experience
• Process Development
• Machine Setups for Production Runs
• Lean Manufacturing Principles
• High School / GED
• CAD Software

Machines & technologies you'll use:

• CNC Plasma Cutter
• CNC Router
• CNC Mill (3-4 axis VMC)
• CNC Laser Cutter
• CNC Grinder

Salary info:

$1 - $1 / hr