What are the responsibilities and job description for the Mid-Level CNC Programmer/ Operator position at Sonatech?
About Sonatech
Sonatech, LLC is a premier undersea acoustics engineering and manufacturing company. With a focus on supplying advanced sonar solutions for the US Navy, our technical expertise, customized design capabilities and diverse manufacturing abilities have led to Sonatech products being deployed on virtually every class of underwater Navy system currently in operation.
Located in beautiful Santa Barbara, CA we pride ourselves as having a culture of innovation as well as first-class customer service. Sonatech has a challenging and rewarding work environment where employees have the opportunity to develop their careers by taking on new responsibilities and providing innovative solutions.
Position Summary
Under general supervision, the Machinist will set up and operate CNC Mills / Okuma and Haas Milling machines and conventional machines to fabricate metallic and non-metallic parts.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Program CNC machines using CAMWorks software integrated with SolidWorks.
- Perform set-up and first article on CNC Mill tasks in a safe and responsible manner.
- Read and interpret blueprints.
- Plan the sequence of necessary actions for the completion of a job.
- Properly and safely load and unload raw material in CNC machinery.
- Use measuring instruments to meet tolerance requirements.
- Perform tool wear offsets.
- Perform daily and regular cleaning and light maintenance tasks on CNC machinery.
- Utilize and abide by ISO requirements and safety procedures.
- Comply with all quality policies, specifications, regulations, and instructions.
Required Qualifications
- 3-5 years of experience in using and/or programming manual, semi-automated or automated tools and machines (mills, grinders, etc.)
- Ability to learn CAMWorks software integrated with SolidWorks.
- Ability to use precision tools (e.g., calipers) to take accurate measurements
- Understand and have the ability to perform tool wear offsets
- Ability to read blueprints, schematics and manuals
- High school diploma or equivalent; completion of vocational training or an apprenticeship will be an asset.
- U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident
Desired Qualifications
- Experience using CAMWorks with SolidWorks for programming CNC machining operations.
Benefits
Benefits include medical, dental and vision, life insurance, paid vacation and sick time, 3% 401K contribution (no matching required), company events
Salary Range
Salary range: $35-$40 an hour
Sonatech is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
Salary : $35 - $40