CNC Setup Programmer II

Amphenol and its Affiliated Companies•Cerritos, CA

121d•$38 - $43•Onsite

About The Position

Under the general direction of the Value Stream Manager, the CNC Setup Programmer II supports production of machined and fabricated components by creating CNC programs, defining work holding and fixturing, identifying required tooling, and preparing supporting production documentation. The position is responsible for completing work orders in its area, whether performed personally or delegated to other machinists, and ensuring work meets CDI standards. The role includes training and developing employees assigned to learn the position’s machines, helping create training plans with the leadership team, and following leadership instructions while contributing ideas for continuous improvement. The position interprets technical drawings and specifications, plans machining processes, designs and fabricates fixtures, selects and optimizes tooling, sets machine parameters, retrieves and edits CNC code, and supports process validation and trial runs. It also prepares setup sheets and work instructions, troubleshoots machines and programs, and participates in efforts to improve cycle time, production methods, equipment performance, and product quality. This is a manufacturing-plant role requiring adherence to safety procedures and use of specified personal protective equipment in designated areas. The position may involve occasional lifting and ladder use. Approximately 0% travel is expected. Candidates must qualify as U.S. persons for access to ITAR/EAR technical data and be legally eligible to work in the United States; sponsorship is unavailable.

Requirements

Minimum 4–6 years of related CNC operation experience and/or training.
Working knowledge of programming with Mastercam or related CAD/CAM software.
Knowledge of 3D modeling software such as Creo/Pro-E, SolidWorks, or equivalent CAD software, or a combination of education and experience.
Vocational education, a high school diploma, or a GED.
Ability to program machining and turning centers to meet or exceed customer requirements.
Ability to use inspection tools and interpret geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T).
Ability to read and understand blueprints, drawings, and schematics, and measure accurately using a ruler or tape measure.
Writing skills to complete documents and forms; ability to read, write, speak, and understand English.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills and ability to relate to people at all levels of the organization.
Understanding of and experience in a lean manufacturing environment; ability to participate in continuous improvement projects and 5S performance teams.
Proficiency in MS Office.
Ability to work additional hours on short notice to complete tasks or special projects and meet customer demands.
Flexibility to function in a fast-paced, changing, and ambiguous environment.
Ability to meet the stated physical demands, with reasonable accommodation as applicable.
Must qualify as a U.S. person under ITAR/EAR requirements and be legally eligible to work in the United States; the employer is unable to provide sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

Trade school or training certificate preferred.
Experience programming, setting up, troubleshooting, and optimizing Mori Seiki and Haas CNC machining centers preferred.

Responsibilities

Train and develop machine shop employees assigned to train on the role’s specific machines, and assist in developing training plans with the leadership team.
Complete all work orders in the assigned area, personally or through delegation, and ensure work meets CDI standards.
Follow direct instructions from the Machine Shop Leadership team and offer ideas for continuous improvement.
Interpret blueprints, sketches, drawings, manuals, specifications, and sample parts to determine finished-workpiece dimensions and tolerances.
Develop sequences of operations and machining processes that use production resources and equipment efficiently.
Design and fabricate work holding and part fixturing to secure and align material for machining; use quick changeover and lean tools to improve setup efficiency and reduce changeover time.
Complete the manufacturing process through setup and the one-piece process.
Define and select cutting tools, attachments, and machine accessories; participate in tooling trials and optimization with tooling manufacturers and vendors.
Calculate and set machine parameters, including cutting speed, feed, depth and angle of cut, tool path, and other machine commands.
Retrieve, input, and edit CNC code and other computerized machine-control media.
Participate in machining process validation, including operating machines as needed for first-of-type or trial runs to verify settings and programmed control data.
Create production aids such as machine setup and tooling sheets, work instructions, and procedures.
Observe machine operation, identify malfunctions or out-of-tolerance conditions, and adjust machine controls or CNC programs as required.
Participate in continuous improvement activities to reduce cycle time, improve production methods and equipment performance, and improve product quality.
Follow factory safety procedures and guidelines; maintain a clean and organized work environment.
Contribute to the team in a collaborative and supportive manner and perform other duties as required in support of the department and company.