EDM Specialist

Job Description, EDM Specialist

Job Title: CNC – EDM Specialist   

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

• Perform programming to setup and operate wire EDM machine.
• Coordinate and take a principal role in the EDM department.
• Produce parts to specification; verify parts meet extremely tight tolerance dimensions, alignments, and specifications.
• Analyze blueprints and engineering drawings to determine part dimensions and cut configurations. Determine type/size of cutting tool according to metal stock on machine fixture.
• Observe machining of first parts to verify programming accuracy.
• Perform complex tool changes and offsets.
• Utilize micrometers, calipers, gauges, comparators, etc., and inspect work against prints or model.
• Collaborate with engineering and manufacturing teams to supply solutions to their needs in a fast-paced, customer-driven environment.
• Continuously look for innovative ways to improve processes, reduce waste, increase throughput, and improve efficiencies.

Qualifications

• Must have at least 5 years of experience setting up and operating wire EDM machines.
• Requires a very high degree of precision and attention to detail.

• Must be able to use a wide range of measurement devices such as optical comparators, indicators, micrometers, calipers, threaded and straight plug gages, pitch micrometers, CMM etc.
• Must have a thorough understanding of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing.
• Must be able to read and interpret mechanical drawings, specifications and inspection instructions and determine product conformance based on such documents.
• Must be able to interact and communicate with coworkers at all levels of the organization.
• Experience working in an ISO 13485 and/or AS9100 regulated facility is a plus.

Language Skills

• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret common scientific and technical journals, financial reports, and legal documents. Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from customers, regulatory agencies, or members of the business community.  Ability to effectively present information to top management, public groups, and/or boards of directors.

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

• Proficient in all Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook)

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. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk and sit. Specific vision abilities required by this job include ability to adjust focus.

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. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Additional Notes

ARCH Global Precision is an Equal Opportunity Employee and wholeheartedly supports diversity in the workplace as a basic premise for business success.  All employees of ARCH Global Precision are employed on an at-will basis.

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position. Employee(s) will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments.

A review of this position has excluded the marginal functions of the position that are incidental to the performance of fundamental job duties. All duties and responsibilities are essential job functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbent(s) will possess the skills, aptitudes, and abilities to perform each duty proficiently. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, or abilities.