CNC Lathe Programmer - 2nd Shift

Solve IMG•La Porte, IN

21d•Onsite

About The Position

This position performs CNC machine setup and operation, as well as programming, to meet B&B Manufacturing Inc.'s requirements for accuracy, timeliness, and thoroughness in part production. The role involves operating multiple machines, performing measurement validation, ensuring overall equipment operation and maintaining a clean work area. The CNC Lathe Programmer will assist in meeting or exceeding daily customer production requirements and serve as the primary source for CNC machine operation and processing, adhering to all departmental and B&B procedures. This role requires reading machining instructions and interpreting blueprints to ensure efficient component running according to engineered drawing requirements. The programmer will identify, obtain, or recommend tools and fixtures needed to meet current specification dimensioning and tolerancing, clamp workpieces securely, position and secure gaging for validation, and make minor adjustments. They will maintain set feed rates and rotation speeds, verify part conformance using measurement devices, identify flaws, and stop production if issues cannot be resolved. The position also involves computing necessary dimensions using shop mathematics for consistent accuracy and machining plastic or other nonmetallic materials to meet customer expectations. Experience with custom or production work, various materials, and machines like the Mazak Lathe is expected. The individual must understand and practice the B&B Quality Policy.

Requirements

Read, write, and comprehend English language.
Proficient in general CNC operations.
Proficient with FANUC controls to program machine in G and M codes.
Expeditious setup of machines to run parts at high production speeds.
Knowledgeable in current indexable tooling technology.
Reading and understanding blueprints and machine operation.
Ability to operate multiple CNC machines.
Measure and record all required data and dimensions.
Effectively communicate with all levels of the organization.
Work in a team-oriented environment.
Ability to meet strict deadlines or communicate those that cannot be met.
Knowledgeable in the use of boring tools, gauges, inspection fixtures, CNC Milling machines.
Knowledgeable in the use of FANUC controls and G and M code for programming.
Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry to generate correct finished dimensions.
Skills in monitoring performance and making improvements or taking corrective action.
Skills in watching gauges, dials, or other indicators to ensure machine is working properly.
Skills in using logic and reasoning to identify strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions.
Skills in conducting tests and inspections of products, services, or processes to evaluate quality or performance.
Skills in controlling operations of equipment or systems.
Skills in identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.
Good listening skills.
Good problem sensitivity.
Good quick response reaching time.
Good arm-hand steadiness.
Good rate control.
Observing, receiving, and obtaining and entering accurate information in B&B ERP system.
Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and solve problems.
Effectively provide information to supervisors and co-workers in person, email, or telephone.
Follow all safety procedures and policies as mandated by B&B.
Ability to stand on hard surface for the entire work shift.
Frequent walking.

Nice To Haves

Experience with Mazak CNC Machines

Responsibilities

Performs CNC machine setup and operation, and programming.
Meets requirements in accuracy, timeliness, and thoroughness for part production.
Operates multiple machines as required.
Performs measurement validation.
Ensures overall equipment operation and housekeeping for the work area.
Assists in meeting or exceeding daily customer production requirements.
Serves as the primary source for CNC machine operation and processing.
Executes all departmental and B&B procedures.
Reads machining instructions and interprets blueprints.
Determines efficient running of components to meet engineered drawing requirements.
Identifies, obtains, or recommends tools and fixtures.
Clamps workpiece in fixtures or presses or mounts to ensure parts consistently run to print.
Positions and secures gaging to validate all dimensional requirements.
Makes necessary minor adjustments using wrenches and other hand tools.
Maintains set feed rates and rotation speeds of CNC lathe and workpiece.
Verifies conformance of milled parts to specifications using measurement devices.
Identifies flaws and informs supervisor or set up technician of problems.
Stops production if a problem cannot be resolved.
Computes necessary dimensions and applies shop mathematics knowledge.
Machines plastic or other nonmetallic materials.
Meets customer expectations for processes.
Works with custom or production work, various materials, product or size, and machine types such as Mazak Lathe.
Understands and practices the B&B Quality Policy.