CNC Programmer

CNC Programmer

Location: Ogden. UT onsite only.

Position type: W2 Contract or C2C

Must Have Skills

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Top Skill

Mandatory Skills Needed

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CNC Programming Multi-Axis Mill & Lathe

CNC/NC programming, G-code/M-code, manual programming, 3/4/5-axis milling, CNC turning, mill-turn, program editing/rewrite

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CAM Programming & CNC Simulation

TopSolid, Edgecam, PartMaker, CATIA, NCSIMUL, APT or equivalent such as NX CAM, Mastercam, ESPRIT, GibbsCAM, Vericut

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Machining Process & Cutting Tool Knowledge

Tool selection, speeds/feeds, inserts/cutters, machining sequences, setups, workholding, cycle-time optimization

4

Engineering Drawing / GD&T / Process Planning

Blueprint reading, GD&T, tolerances, geometry, datum/reference points, machining sequence, engineering changes

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Program Prove-Out, Troubleshooting & Improvement

CNC prove-out, debugging, collision/error prevention, program optimization, root-cause analysis, Lean/CI, cost/cycle-time reduction

Position Summary

Provides CNC programming support for machining parts & tools on numerically controlled (CNC) machine tools. Ensures parts conform to dimensional specifications and equipment achieves

throughput efficiency. Works closely with CNC Programmers, Manufacturing Engineering, Operations Leadership and select contractors / vendors. Specific areas of emphasis will include, but not limited to Multi-Axis Mills and Lathes.

Qualification

Completion of related trade school program, AA, or equivalent external / internal training and exposure to NC Programming. Demonstrated ability to perform the essential functions of the job typically acquired through previous technical or production experience and or two years experience at the NC Programmer level is preferred.

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Knowledge and proficiency in key numerical control programming principles, concepts, and techniques.
• Fundamental knowledge of CNC programming language.
• Knowledge of N/C tooling, proper speeds and feeds for the material to be machined and proper machine sequences.
• General knowledge of aerospace industry and machine shop operations.
• Ability to effectively apply continuous improvement methods to manufacturing functions (e.g. process mapping, design to production automation).
• Ability to interpret a variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.
• Ability to research and analyze data and develop recommendations or resolve problems.
• Ability to work with only general work direction and instructions regarding the scope of assignments, determine priority and order of assignments.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret technical manuals.
• Ability to manually program N/C machines.
• May require ability to use standard business software applications and/or specialized design, data analysis, or database tools.
• Ability to respond to inquiries or complaints from customers or members of the business community.
• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
• Ability to effectively demonstrate team member competencies and participate in goal setting, performance feedback, and self-development activities.
  
  

Preferred Skillset & Experience with Tools / CAM platforms or equivalent:

• Top Solid, Edgecam
• Catia
• Partmaker
• NCSimal
• APT
• Program comparison software(s)