CNC Programmer

Lincoln Electric is a high-performance industrial machinery and technology leader who helps customers manufacture and maintain vital equipment and infrastructure. Lincoln Electric’s innovative solutions enable higher quality and productivity across a variety of processes including welding, cutting, brazing, machining, process automation, and field repair. The Company leverages proprietary technologies and expertise in materials science, power electronics, automation, and intelligent software to help customers build better and achieve resilience in their operations. Headquartered in Cleveland, Ohio, Lincoln Electric is the essential ‘Linc’ that keeps the economy running. The Company operates 71 manufacturing and automation facilities across 20 countries and serves customers in over 160 countries. For more information about Lincoln Electric and its products and services, visit the Company’s website at https://www.lincolnelectric.com.

Location: Bettendorf

Req ID: 29174

Pay Range: $28-$35

Position Summary

This position uses the CAM software to develop programs for CNC machines. Using knowledge and understanding of proper fixture design and building to develop new programs and setups. This position will also mentor others learning to use the CAM software.

Job Responsibilities

• Develop or edit programs to achieve a blueprint quality part;
• Design and direct building of proper fixtures as needed;
• Effectively utilize tooling and machine/equipment to drive operations toward maximum efficiency;
• Meet production and quality goals in a timely and efficient manner;
• Train CNC operators or machinists and those learning to use the CAM software;
• Understand fit, form, and function of parts for simplified processing;
• Use verbal and written communication/reports to provide updates to leadership;
• Monitor budgets and machine utilization to understand continuous improvement opportunities;
• Must keep work area clean and organized;
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.
  
  

Experience And Skills

• 1-3 years’ experience in CNC Programming software, Gibbs CAM;
• Ability to read and interpret blue prints and 3D models;
• Ability to plan and execute daily and weekly scheduled tasks;
• Ability to provide directions to peers within the Machine department;
• High attention to detail and quality;
• Ability to gather data, compile information and prepare reports;
• Safely operate fork trucks and overhead cranes;
• Proficient PC skills
• Excellent team player with organizational and time management skills; and
• Safety (OSHA, SDS), ANSI (RIA) standards.
  
  

Environmental, Health and Safety

• Understand the Company’s EH&S policy and how it relates to this job;
• Be aware of OSHA & EPA laws and regulations as well as company rules and policies that pertain to this job;
• Work in a safe and environmentally friendly manner and observe all company EH&S procedures;
• Immediately notify the supervisor if there is any safety hazard, any equipment not operating correctly or if there are any questions regarding EH&S procedures; and
• Attend required EH&S training.
  
  

Physical Demands and Work Environment

The physical demands and work environment characteristics 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.

• Physical demands: While performing duties of job, employee is typically required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; balance; stoop; squat; climb; see; talk and hear. Be able to climb ladders; lift hand tools approx. 1-15 lbs. in weight to complete machine assembly and set up, parts up to 50 lbs. Repetition with activity.
• Work environment: The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate; temperature in the assembly area may fluctuate with the seasons, as the production area is not air-conditioned.
  
  

Lincoln Electric is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to promoting equal employment opportunity for applicants, without regard to their race, color, national origin, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, including, but not limited to, lactation), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, and any other category protected by federal, state, or local law.