CNC Programmer

IDEX Corporation•Cedar Falls, IA

10d•Onsite

About The Position

IDEX is seeking a CNC Programmer to join their team. This role involves developing, programming, evaluating, troubleshooting, and recommending CNC machine tools using personal computers, CAM software, and DNC systems. The company emphasizes a culture of growth and impact, offering interesting opportunities across various departments and global locations.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent required.
Training or experience working with CAM software required; EdgeCam preferred.
Requires extensive knowledge of machine processes, capabilities, and resources available.
Strong knowledge of general math, geometry, and trigonometry.
Visualization ability required.
Proficient with Microsoft Office products including, but not limited to, Word, Excel, and Outlook.
Knowledge of computer basics required.
Ability to move within office and manufacturing complex, write by hand and keyboard, and perform general office functions.
Ability to communicate by speech and hearing via phone and in person.
Visual acuity needed for close detail work and computer use.
Must have the ability to effectively communicate with customers, suppliers and all levels of corporate and company personnel.
Requires frequent contact with personnel from all departments, at all management levels, and outside vendors.

Nice To Haves

Manufacturing Technology, Industrial Automation, or related AA or AS degree preferred.
Varied CNC operating experience desirable.

Responsibilities

Develop efficient CNC programs and related materials using tool drawings, fixture drawings, part prints, and associated documents.
Work with operators, lead people, supervisors, manufacturing engineers, and other internal and external resources to optimize old and new processes and assist in training of these processes.
Recommend new or revised tooling, fixtures, equipment, software, and process improvements to support efficient operations.
Conduct special studies, assist with capital research, serve on special teams, and provide support for Statistical Process Control (SPC) or other quality initiatives as required.
Proactively communicate operations, problems, and opportunities as they arise.
Take positive action to advance personal knowledge of manufacturing technology, CNC programming, CAM software, DNC technology, and related information.
Maintain appropriate records and documentation to assist in the control and evaluation of programming operations.
Assist in the development of a safe working environment through the use of occupational safety and health standards, including ergonomic principles.
Other related duties as required.