Mill-Turn Programmer

Diamondback CNC•Cocoa, FL

About The Position

The Mill-Turn Programmer programs, sets up, and operates CNC machines and fixtures to manufacture machined parts while maintaining quality and safety standards, keeping records, and maintaining equipment and supplies. The role emphasizes new product launch and prove-out, as well as continuous-improvement projects for existing product lines. This position creates G-code and M-code programs; sets up and operates CNC mill-turn machines for drilling, milling, and turning; conducts setup and quality operations; and adjusts machine offsets to improve results. The programmer proves out new products, fixtures, and tooling and documents processes for production-operator training. The role also involves troubleshooting new production parts and improving existing production, coordinating work priorities with leadership, and documenting and communicating production actions and needs. This is a first-shift position, Monday through Thursday from 4:45 a.m. to 3:15 p.m., with Friday overtime as needed. Candidates who accept an offer must pass a background check and drug screen and meet ATF requirements for firearm possession.

Requirements

Five years of experience interpreting technical drawings and blueprints.
Seven years of experience with Swiss and mill-turn manufacturing.
Five years of experience using programming software.
High school diploma or GED.
Understanding and application of GD&T.
Experience with continuous-improvement processes.
Knowledge of ISO grade classification for turning inserts.
Must pass a background check and drug screen after accepting an employment offer.
Must meet ATF requirements for firearm possession.

Nice To Haves

Aerospace experience.
Comfort working in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
Ability and willingness to reprioritize on short notice.
Time-management skills.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Strong critical thinking and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

Create G-code and M-code programs.
Conduct setup and quality operations in support of machining for themselves and others.
Partner with leadership to prioritize work according to the production schedule and organizational goals.
Set up and operate machines according to process sheets and required paperwork, including drawings and specifications.
Prove out new products, fixtures, and tooling, and document processes for training production operators.
Set up and manage CNC mill-turn machines for drilling, milling, and turning jobs.
Oversee in-process machines and make offset changes to improve results.
Troubleshoot new production parts and improve existing production.
Plan machining by studying work orders, blueprints, engineering plans, materials, specifications, and machining parameters.
Maintain safe operations by adhering to safety procedures and regulations.
Document actions by completing production and quality logs.
Maintain continuity across work shifts by documenting and communicating actions, irregularities, and continuing needs.
Maintain equipment and supplies.

Benefits

PTO with annual rollover; accrual begins at 90 days.
Nine holidays and one floating holiday; Veteran's Day is paid double for employees whose DD214 is on file.
Four traditional and two basic healthcare coverage plans to choose from.
Monthly employer contribution toward healthcare plans.
Traditional and Roth 401(k) options with company match.
Company-paid life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance.
Company-paid Employee Assistance Program with 24/7 access.
Two dental insurance plans.
Vision insurance.
Supplemental insurance options, including accident, cancer, critical illness, and hospital plans.
HSA and FSA options.
Short-term and long-term disability.
Supplemental life insurance options.
Employee discounts on company products.