Set Up Programmer

Job summary:

Working from given instructions, will load programs into the controller, review the program and set up work to be machined for production. Train machine operator on each manufacturing operation after first piece approval is complete.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Responsible for programming CNC mill/lathe via Mastercam and/or directly at the machine.
• Accountable for complex set-ups, machine set-up and maintenance. Able to control product quality during production runs using calipers, dial bore gages, micrometers, etc.
• Measures and works with tight tolerance in accordance with control plan, CAD models and blueprints.
• Must be able to develop and machine fixtures with or without prints. 
• Working knowledge of proper machine operation and safety. 
• May work with prototypes for potential future work. 
• Must be able to develop and machine basic fixtures with or without prints.
• Keeps work area clean and organized. 
• Must be able to change tools and offsets.
• Must be able to develop machine process and tool selection.
• Capable on instruction/trouble shooting of math, processing, work holding, speeds and feeds, deburring, programming, cad/cam, inspection, light machine repair/maintenance, format of set ups and programs, tooling selection and manual machining.

Additional Responsibilities:

• When requested, may work on special projects and various related assignments.
• May be requested to assist with quotes and process development.
• Will be required to edit programs at machine. 
• May be requested to instruct other personnel on the machine operation.
• May be required to work in various areas of operations when necessary.
• Performs other related duties and assignments as required.

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

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 regularly required to sit, talk and/or hear. The employee is frequently required to use hands to finger, handle or feel and be able to stand for long periods of time. The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms. The employee is required to climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch and/or crawl. The employee must also occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities include close vision and color vision. Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete and abstract variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.

The noise level in the work environment may range from moderate to loud.

Education, Skills and Experience:

• Minimum of 15 years experience in a machine shop environment.
• Knowledgeable on set-ups specifically CNC and manual mills/lathes.
• Ability to read and understand blueprints, GD&T and cad-cam software.
• Must have knowledge of GD&T and shop math. 
• Familiar with G and M codes.
• Good communication skills.
• Must be a good team player.