CNC Programmer

Dynacast•Lake Forest, CA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Dynacast International, a Form Technologies company, works with organizations all over the world, helping bring their ideas to life with the highest quality die cast components on the planet. Customers can come from virtually any industry-consumer electronics, automotive, healthcare, or any other where only the very best is good enough. And each benefit from our 80 years of experience pioneering the techniques and technologies that have redefined the industry. We are seeking an experienced CNC Toolmaker to work from blueprints, drawings, models, and/or sketches to repair tools for production of die casting molds, trim dies, and tooling fixtures.

Requirements

3-5+ years of experience programming CNC machining centers in a production manufacturing environment.
Strong hands-on proficiency in Mastercam CAD software.
Strong understanding of G-code and M-code editing at the machine control (Fanuc, Brother).
Excellent ability to read and interpret complex engineering blueprints and Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (GD&T) specifications.
Proven experience selecting cutting tools, feeds, speeds, and coolants specifically for non-ferrous metals (aluminum, zinc).

Responsibilities

Write, edit, and optimize 3-, 4-, and 5-axis CNC programs (milling, turning, vertical machining centers) using Mastercam.
Design or collaborate on the development of custom workholding, hydraulic/pneumatic fixtures, tailored to die-cast parts.
Establish optimal speeds, feeds, tool paths, and tooling selections to maximize throughput, tool life, and yield while minimizing cycle times and scrap rates.
Competent in the setup of all necessary fixturing, tooling, and inputting offsets to machine control.
Prove out new CNC programs on the shop floor, conducting first-article inspections using precision measuring equipment (CMM, micrometers, calipers, height gauges) to ensure compliance with engineering drawings and GD&T specifications.
Troubleshoot machining issues (e.g., chatter, tool wear, part deflection, etc) and update existing programs to improve machine uptime and part quality.
Select and standardize cutting tools, inserts, holders, and coolants best suited for non-ferrous alloys (aluminum, zinc).
Create setup sheets, tool lists, operator instruction manuals, and maintain organized program revision control in compliance with ISO/IATF quality standards.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Kaiser medical plan
Dental, Vision, and Prescription Drug Insurance
Basic Short Term Disability Insurance and Long-Term Disability Insurance provided at no cost.
Basic Life with Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) insurance provided at no cost; additional life insurance can be purchased at an additional cost.
401K with generous employer match
Flexible Spending Account
Wellness Program
Sick Days
Vacations
Paid Holidays