CNC Programmer

Rice Lake Weighing Systems•Rice Lake, WI

11d•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a CNC Programmer to join our team! For 80 years Rice Lake Weighing Systems has been a successful, growth-oriented company known as a leader in the weighing industry and our community. Located in scenic northwestern Wisconsin just 90 miles from Minneapolis, RLWS offers big city careers in a small-town atmosphere. We are a family-owned company with amazing benefits that support the work/life balance of our employees! Our employees build the toughest scales in the industry. The CNC Programmer will work closely with Manufacturing, Manufacturing Engineering and outside vendors. This individual will create robust CNC programs utilizing the most efficient methods and tooling while keeping safety and lean concepts in mind. The Programmer will also meet with tool vendors regularly to keep apprised of the latest machining techniques and tooling. Tooling evaluations will be conducted with special attention to ROI, and partner with others to reduce costs using lean manufacturing methods. They will also participate in CAP-X projects for new equipment and will be the Subject Matter Expert on setup/operation of this new equipment. This individual will mentor operators and setup operators on the new equipment.

Requirements

Two (2) or more years in CNC operation
Two (2) or more years of CNC setup experience
Successfully complete training on current offline programming software (MasterCam)
High School Diploma
Excellent SolidWorks skills including the ability the successfully complete training on RLWS solid modeling software
Working knowledge of the practices, materials, methods, and tools of the machining trade
Working knowledge of the hazards and safety precaution of the trade, and of the properties of ferrous and non-ferrous metals
Strong analytical and documentation skills
Strong personal computer skills including MS Office
Strong organizational skills and detail orientated
Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Self-starter and driven
Ability to mentor and share knowledge with operators and setup/operators

Nice To Haves

Preference will be given to those with CNC set up experience

Responsibilities

Documentation of tooling and set up sheets in Company systems
Provide robust CNC programs using latest machining techniques and proper tooling for mills and lathes
Develop fixture design and processes for production parts
Work closely with other departments to ensure we leverage Design For Excellence (DFX) principles and skills
Consistent communication with peers in manufacturing and management department meetings
Will demonstrate the ability to accurately use and interpret inspection equipment used in machining
Support verification and validation activities in the manufacturing environment
Work in a manner in which quality of work and safety while performing work are top priorities.
Keep work area organized and as clean as possible while working
Demonstrates a thorough understanding of blueprints and tolerances that relate to assigned tasks
Identify opportunities/solutions to reduce or eliminate waste in areas where you work
Learning through on-the-job training.
Updating data management software information
Maintaining manufacturing floor presence (60% office, 40% production floor)