CNC Programmer $35-55/hr.

CNC Programmer

$35-55/hr.

Albany, OR - relocation available

Bell & Associates has been engaged to help our client recruit their next CNC Programmer. The Computer Numerical Control (CNC) Programmer provides programming and support for Numerical Control Machines (such as lathes and mills) by creating CNC programs through CAM software if not conversationally, when possible, at the machine tool in order to machine parts to customer specifications. The CNC Programmer acts as a project manager, providing technical support to team members through interpretation and analysis of data and specifications.

Responsibilities

• Create programs for CNC Machine Tools using Mastercam or Esprit.
• Determine necessary cutting tools to machine and create tool lists as well as setup sheets.
• Work with tooling manufacturers to optimize programs while testing and trialing innovative tools that are available, when possible, per customer project.
• Manage jobs utilizing MS Office and communicate deliverables to team members outside of the department.
• Troubleshoot new and legacy CNC system processes, including but not limited to fixtures, tooling, and G and M code programs to support manufacturing.
• Assist in developing efficient manufacturing process plans in conjunction with manufacturing and quality personnel that specify manufacturing sequence, technique, equipment, tooling and specifications required for the product.
• Responsible for creating detailed work instructions, including setup sheets and operational guidelines, to ensure consistency and quality in manufacturing processes
• Contribute to Non-Conformance Report (NCR), Root cause and corrective action resolutions.
• Participate in continuous improvement events.
• Properly interpret engineering drawings, specifications, drawings, sketches, solid models, and other documentation.
• Design holding fixtures as well as form tooling required to maximize manufacturing efficiency at minimal cost
• Ensure parts are to schedule with consistent quality to meet company and customer requirements in most productive manner.
• Support procedures to control and standardize manufacturing processes.
• Efficient, effective, and timely response to customer engineering changes and requests.
• Support cost estimates for products, tooling, equipment, and processes for pricing and improved production.
• Work well with others as a member of a team.
• Lead others, set clear goals and establish direction.
• Maintain a clean, well-ordered work environment using 5S methodology.
• Work independently, with minimal direction.
• Use safe practices and work to maintain a safe working environment.
• Perform job duties meeting requirements of company and customers.
• Comply with policy and procedure requirements of the company.
• Use effective problem solving for job-related issues.
• Perform other duties as required or assigned by management.

Requirements

• 5 years of CNC machining experience.
• Mastercam programming experience.
• Demonstrated experience with multi axis programming preferred
• Demonstrated experience with Mastercam 2022 or higher is preferred.
• Demonstrated 1 year experience with Esprit.
• SolidWorks experience is a plus.
• Demonstrated experience with Fanuc, and Siemens controls.
• Ability to read blueprints, sketches, drawings, solid models, configuration, and all documents to meet requirements of the company and its customers.
• Professional interaction with external and internal customers / vendors
• Ability to think and act analytically
• Excellent communication skills in English, both written and oral
• Knowledge of advanced mathematics to meet requirements of job
• Engineering and manufacturing process knowledge to meet requirements of job
• Preferred Personal Qualifications which include:
• Self-starter/self-motivated
• Reliable and dependable
• Positive, customer-focused attitude
• Professional demeanor and respectful to people in all situations

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Bell & Associates, Inc. is a recognized Executive Recruiting & Staffing leader based in Kansas City. We focus and specialize in the following practice areas - Accounting/Finance, Engineering, Executive Leadership, Financial Institutions, Healthcare, Human Resources, Information Technology, Manufacturing/Operations Management. We provide top talent to our clients on a Direct Hire, Contract, and Contract-to-Hire basis.