Machine Tool Programmer Cnc

Howmet Aerospace•Wichita Falls, TX

About The Position

Works under general supervision to machine metal castings using machine tools ranging from manually operated equipment to automated, computer-controlled machining centers. The role receives instruction from supervisors, engineering, and a computer database, and works to meet customer quality requirements while minimizing inventory. As a team member in a cell environment, the employee helps optimize product flow. The position combines CNC machining and programming. It involves reviewing 3D CAD designs and blueprints, calculating and programming machining operations, translating instructions into CAM programs, preparing geometrical layouts, and determining operation sequences. The employee tests programs through simulations or trial runs, monitors them for blueprint accuracy and safe operation, writes or modifies programs to improve efficiency, and transfers and backs up programs using a personal computer. The role also includes setting up machines, selecting and measuring cutting tools, installing fixtures, machining and inspecting castings, monitoring tool condition, and using gauges to verify tolerances. The employee operates department equipment, maintains an orderly work area, follows applicable environmental, health, and safety requirements, wears required personal protective equipment, reports safety concerns and work-related injuries or illnesses, and attends EHS training. Overtime may be required when needed, and the employee must be able to work shifts.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED from an accredited institution.
Legally authorized to work in the United States; employment eligibility verification is required at hire, and visa sponsorship is not available.
U.S. person status as defined by ITAR is required: U.S. citizen, U.S. permanent resident, political asylee, or refugee.
Ability to work shifts.
Ability to meet the described physical demands, including frequent lifting from floor to waist and occasional moderate lifting of more than 25 pounds.
Wear required personal protective equipment, including safety glasses, hearing protection, and metal tarsal shoes.

Nice To Haves

Experience with programming.
Continuing education to learn new techniques as they emerge.
Experience working in a manufacturing environment.
Associate degree in CNC programming, a computer-related field, or a mechanical field.
Knowledge of electronics and machine tools.

Responsibilities

Organize work in process into groups according to the required machine operation.
Call up appropriate machine instructions on a CRT or PMS book.
Install cutting tools and fixtures; measure tool length and enter the measurement into the computer.
Machine castings and visually inspect them against PMS standards.
Recognize dull cutting tools and replace them as needed.
Maintain product quality while performing semi-routine tasks.
Maintain a clean and orderly work area and continuously improve the 5S program.
Work as a team member in a cell environment to meet customer requirements and optimize product flow with minimum inventory.
Review 3D CAD designs, blueprints, and tolerance diagrams.
Calculate machining and material-cutting requirements and translate instructions into CAM programs.
Prepare geometrical design layouts using appropriate software and determine program operation sequences.
Analyze job orders and perform necessary calculations.
Check completed programs using simulations or tests and ensure they follow blueprint instructions and complete tasks safely.
Monitor programs and modify or write programs to improve efficiency and reduce cycle and departmental lead times.
Use gauges to verify that parts meet required tolerances.
Transfer machine programs from a personal computer to the machine controller and back up programs.
Operate all equipment in the department.
Comply with department, facility, corporate, and regulatory EHS requirements; wear required PPE; report job-related illnesses, injuries, and safety, health, or environmental concerns; and attend EHS training.
Perform other duties as required and work overtime when needed.