Programming Tech

Boon Edam•Lillington, NC

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Provide CNC programming services and support to the equipment in the facility and assist with setting up, optimizing and running equipment as required satisfying customer demand.

Requirements

High school diploma, GED or equivalent
3-5 years’ experience in CNC programming positions
Minimum 2 years’ experience in using CAD systems (preferably Autodesk Inventor, Autodesk Vault, and 2D Auto CAD)
Thorough knowledge of work holding systems, tooling, and machining practices
Must be self-motivated with a demonstrated ability to multi-task
Must be able to work overtime as needed
Demonstrated ability to work in a team and actively contribute to the success of the team
Good communication and organization skills with a positive attitude

Nice To Haves

Associate Degree in Technology is a plus
GibbsCAM, Cam Plus, and Solidworks experience preferred

Responsibilities

Analyze designs as provided by engineering, and then translate the designs into programs for use on CNC equipment using a variety of CNC languages and processors as needed
Test programs by simulation or by setting up and creating parts
Develop CNC programs from engineering drawings using machine code and specialized CNC programming software (i.e. GibbsCAM, Cadlink, Cam Plus, Solidworks, CIMCO etc…), organize and maintain files
Validate program accuracy by running sample parts - measure features per drawings
Validate the parts using the engineering drawings to ensure conformance to specifications.
Do complex setups, recall and edit programs and make offsets as required to meet quality and production requirements on various types of CNC and manual machining equipment
Work with machine operators to troubleshoot and correct CNC programs
Work with machine operators to optimize programs and improve productivity
Maintain control and organization of all CNC programs to ensure only accurate and up-to-date programs are released to production.
Maintain an archive - if needed - of old programs
Create work holding/fixtures for new parts