CNC Programmer

CoorsTek•Golden, CO

3d•$33 - $40

About The Position

Responsible for writing and revising CNC programs for a variety of multi-axis CNC machinery, both mills and lathes, in the production of technical ceramic products. Under minimal supervision creates or revises multiple axis CNC programs for new product or for engineering or program changes, maintains current revisions; completes set-up and operation of CNC vertical mills, horizontal mills and lathes. Lead programming efforts for complex components across 5‑axis machining centers and multi‑axis CNC equipment . Develop, refine, and implement manufacturing processes for all NPI parts in collaboration with product development and engineering teams. Utilize CAM packages such as Mastercam , CAMplete , and CAD tools including SolidWorks and Creo (ProE) . Create efficient toolpaths for a wide range of equipment including Haas, DMG, Mori/Moyuri, Okuma , and other platforms. Program and operate machines with Fanuc controls (required), Heidenhain and Siemens controls (a plus). Ensures all programs used in department are the most current and are backed up on network Performs complex set-ups on a variety of CNC equipment using an advanced level of tooling Reads and interprets blueprints from engineering or customers Visually or mechanically inspects parts for defects (cracks, chips, dimension, surface finish, etc.) as part of in-process inspection; records results and notifies lead/supervisor of deviation as appropriate Performs some simple machine preventative maintenance functions, (i.e. changing coolants, lubricants, filters, etc.) updating preventative maintenance schedules as needed Enters data and interprets basic control charts and simple capability studies into Statistical Process Control (SPC) software and is alert for abnormal variation and out of tolerance conditions Works closely with quality and department inspectors to address questions related to machining Serves as a resource to others in the resolution of complex technical problems; provides training/cross-training in equipment and process operations as required ensuring compliance of quality and safety standards Is the recognized expert and may be sought out to perform leadership duties in the absence of the lead or supervisor as necessary May lead or participate on teams for process improvements

Requirements

High School diploma or equivalent
5 years’ demonstrated experience programming CNC machines to tight tolerances
Proficient with CNC software such as MasterCam X, Haas GL software, and Fanuc control CNC equipment
Full understanding of G and M code functions
Strong Analytical and problem solving skill
Strong knowledge of GD&T with demonstrated ability to produce prototype parts from blueprint/drawing
Strong mathematical skills in Trigonometry/geometry
Must exhibit strong interpersonal and organizational skills, great attention to detail as well as excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Must be able to work with a diverse variety of people from different cultures and backgrounds

Nice To Haves

Heidenhain and Siemens controls (a plus)

Responsibilities

Writing and revising CNC programs for a variety of multi-axis CNC machinery, both mills and lathes, in the production of technical ceramic products.
Creating or revising multiple axis CNC programs for new product or for engineering or program changes, and maintaining current revisions.
Completing set-up and operation of CNC vertical mills, horizontal mills and lathes.
Leading programming efforts for complex components across 5‑axis machining centers and multi‑axis CNC equipment.
Developing, refining, and implementing manufacturing processes for all NPI parts in collaboration with product development and engineering teams.
Utilizing CAM packages such as Mastercam, CAMplete, and CAD tools including SolidWorks and Creo (ProE).
Creating efficient toolpaths for a wide range of equipment including Haas, DMG, Mori/Moyuri, Okuma, and other platforms.
Programming and operating machines with Fanuc controls (required), Heidenhain and Siemens controls (a plus).
Ensuring all programs used in the department are the most current and are backed up on the network.
Performing complex set-ups on a variety of CNC equipment using an advanced level of tooling.
Reading and interpreting blueprints from engineering or customers.
Visually or mechanically inspecting parts for defects (cracks, chips, dimension, surface finish, etc.) as part of in-process inspection; recording results and notifying lead/supervisor of deviation as appropriate.
Performing simple machine preventative maintenance functions (e.g., changing coolants, lubricants, filters, etc.), updating preventative maintenance schedules as needed.
Entering data and interpreting basic control charts and simple capability studies into Statistical Process Control (SPC) software and being alert for abnormal variation and out-of-tolerance conditions.
Working closely with quality and department inspectors to address questions related to machining.
Serving as a resource to others in the resolution of complex technical problems.
Providing training/cross-training in equipment and process operations as required, ensuring compliance of quality and safety standards.
Performing leadership duties in the absence of the lead or supervisor as necessary.
Leading or participating on teams for process improvements.