CNC Programmer - 1st Shift

Arthrex•Ave Maria, FL

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Arthrex Manufacturing is looking for a CNC Programmer to assist with CNC Grinding, Medical Drills, and Reamers, by creating and maintaining CNC programs and documentation required to produce superior quality products. This objective is fundamental in achieving the Arthrex mission of helping surgeons treat patients better and contribute to safe and successful patient outcomes.

Requirements

High School diploma or equivalent required
3-5 years’ experience in automated manufacturing environment
Intermediate to advanced CNC programming experience
Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office software products
Good mechanical aptitude.
Ability to read and understand raw CNC programming code.
General knowledge of drafting concepts.
Basic knowledge of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T).
Intermediate knowledge of Quality Control inspection techniques.
Experience with setting up and operating multi-axis CNC equipment.
Experience with processing a variety of metallic and non-metallic materials.
Ability to comprehend and apply language skills to the degree required to perform the job based upon the job requirements listed above.
Ability to verbally communicate ideas and issues effectively to other team members and management.
Ability to write and record data and information as required by procedures.

Responsibilities

Apply knowledge of machining characteristics to a variety of materials, in both hardened and non-hardened states including (but, not limited to) Aluminum, Stainless Steel, Titanium, and Medical grade plastics such as PEEK.
Develop and maintain CNC Programs as needed for Swiss-style, Mill, Lathe, EDM, Laser Marking and Laser Welding equipment.
Develop and maintain Tool Data Sheets as needed for Swiss-style, Mill, Lathe, EDM, Laser Marking and Laser Welding equipment.
Develop and maintain Setup Instructions as needed for Swiss-style, Mill, Lathe, EDM, Laser Marking and Laser Welding equipment.
Work with all related CAD, CAM and ancillary software programs utilizing intermediate to advanced knowledge while training towards full working knowledge.
Work with Manufacturing Engineers to develop production strategies by assisting in the selection of cutting tools and work holding fixtures.
Work with Manufacturing Engineers to develop fabrication strategies by assisting in identifying sequence of operations and recommending specific production equipment.
Work with Manufacturing Engineers to estimate programming, setup, and run times for quoting purposes.
Identify and drive cost reduction projects through the utilization of Lean Manufacturing principles by increasing automation, and reducing manual as well as production steps where possible.
Set-up and operate machinery during trial run to verify accuracy of machine settings to programmed control data ensuring functionality and performance.
Act as liaison with shop floor personnel to improve Tool Data Sheets and Setup Instructions in order to obtain feedback leading to process improvement as well as increase production efficiency.
Train or assist shop floor personnel in the use of programmable equipment and in the resolution of problems per processing requirements based on daily job assignments.
Edit existing CNC programming code, per established company procedures in order to prevent line stoppage.
Participate in Multi-level Tool Life Studies.
Maintain compliance by executing internal policies, procedures and all related paperwork under ISO/FDA guidelines.