CNC Programmer - Strategist
About The Position
The CNC Programmer develops efficient, error-free CNC programs and supports production by preparing machine processes, tooling, and operator documentation. The role reviews engineering drawings and electronic data, models part geometry and stock as needed, develops cutter paths, posts them to the appropriate CNC machine, and provides feed rates for selected tooling. The programmer also verifies programmed work and helps ensure operators and supervisors can locate the tools needed to complete jobs. The position contributes to productivity and profitability while following Magna quality standards. Candidates must be U.S. citizens. The hiring process includes a drug-screen test and background check.
Requirements
- Broad knowledge of CNC equipment and processes.
- Understanding of ANSI Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerance.
- SME CmfgE, an engineering associate degree, or an equivalent level of related job-shop experience.
- At least three years of experience programming with NX, SolidWorks, AutoCAD, Gibbs, or PowerMill software.
- Strong three-dimensional visualization skills.
- Strong familiarity with the operation and coding of Fanuc, Siemens, and Heidenhain CNC controls.
- Must be a U.S. citizen.
- Must complete a drug-screen test and background check as part of the hiring process.
Nice To Haves
- Experience as a CNC machinist, with five or more years of experience preferred.
Responsibilities
- Review engineering drawings and electronic data to determine the most efficient approach for each assigned job.
- Model part geometry and stock as needed using engineering drawings or electronic data provided by team manufacturing engineers.
- Develop cutter paths according to routed instructions.
- Post programmed processes and cutter paths to the appropriate CNC machine.
- Provide optimum feed rates to operators for the chosen tooling.
- Create operator setup sheets, tool lists, and readouts, and maintain files according to Magna quality standards.
- Purchase special tooling required for a machine to complete a task.
- Package tooling and prepare documents for supervisors to present to the group leader.
- Graphically verify work and spot-check G-code to ensure proper output.
- Assume other responsibilities as assigned.
Benefits
- Eligible employees receive an ownership stake in GTC through the Ownership For All program.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
Associate degree
