What are the responsibilities and job description for the CNC Programmer position at Body Art Alliance?
Join Anatometal, a leading name in body jewelry manufacturing located in beautiful Santa Cruz, CA, serving a dedicated worldwide customer base since 1991. At Anatometal, we deeply value our team, offering comprehensive training and opportunities for leadership and skill development.
The CNC Programmer's job is to translate design specifications into precise instructions that guide CNC machines in the fabrication process. They analyze blueprints, engineering drawings, and CAD models to develop efficient machining programs. This role involves creating and optimizing CNC programs, ensuring accurate production, and collaborating with machinists and engineers
Responsibilities
The CNC Programmer's job is to translate design specifications into precise instructions that guide CNC machines in the fabrication process. They analyze blueprints, engineering drawings, and CAD models to develop efficient machining programs. This role involves creating and optimizing CNC programs, ensuring accurate production, and collaborating with machinists and engineers
Responsibilities
- Develop and write CNC programs involving G-code and other programming languages.
- Interpret blueprints and engineering drawings to determine machining requirements, including dimensions, tooling, and feed rates.
- Set up and operate CNC machines:
- Improve the efficiency and accuracy of programs by adjusting settings, selecting tools, and optimizing feed rates.
- Conduct test runs and make adjustments to ensure parts meet quality and precision standards.
- Identify and resolve problems that may arise during the manufacturing process.
- Work closely with engineers, machinists, and other production personnel to ensure successful manufacturing.
- Keep detailed records of machining processes, program changes, and maintenance activities.
- Experience programming 3- and 5-axis CNC mills
- Proficiency in interpreting blueprints, technical drawings and specifications.
- Knowledge of CNC programming languages (G-code) and software.
- Working knowledge of Solidworks and HSMworks software
- Proficiency in CAD and CAM software.
- Strong mathematical skills, including trigonometry and geometry.
- Ability to identify and resolve issues that may arise during the manufacturing process.
- Ability to work accurately and precisely.
- Ability to effectively communicate with other team members.
- Experience working with various metals (steel, titanium, niobium)
- Excellent communication skills
- Completion of a technical or associate degree program a plus
- Experience programming 3- and 5-axis CNC mills
