Senior Advanced Programmer CNC

TaylorMade Golf Company•Carlsbad, CA

1d•$95,000 - $110,000•Onsite

About The Position

This position is for a degreed engineer with experience in CNC Machining. Specifically, this role will require strong CAD/CAM skills, experience in producing 5 axis machined parts by programming, setting up, and operating a computer numerical control (CNC) machine; maintaining quality and safety standards; keeping records; maintaining equipment and supplies. Also demonstrates a strong work ethic and consistently executes quality work. Essential Functions and Key Responsibilities: Performs frequent and complex 5 axis CNC programming on high end 5 axis CNC machines with focus on machine efficiency and part quality. Can work closely with design engineers to give feedback on part design and creatively enable new design concepts in finished machined parts. Capable with setup and operation of 5 axis CNC mills, CNC turning, milling and EDM Wire machines to produce quality parts based on provided specifications. Close tolerance machining and inspection experience. Communicates clearly with engineers and planners daily to assure accurate schedules. Fosters a culture of continuous improvement by proactively identifying and implementing ways to reduce set up times and identify potential cost reductions in regards to product design. Solves tooling issues by identifying productivity of tooling, evaluating tooling performance, and evaluating new tooling requirements. Provides training to other Machinists at the direction of CNC manager supervisor Recommends program changes and submits program change requests to programmers/engineers. Assists in the maintenance of a detailed program database including revision dates, program revision and/or improved method record. Interfaces and supports all internal departments to maintain common goals. Designs, fabricates and maintains tooling. Support and assist with machine preventative maintenance program as required. Performs other related duties and assignments as assigned.

Requirements

Strong working knowledge of math operations such as trigonometry and geometry.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, fluent in English
Computer proficient with the use of specialty software, including Creo CAD/CAM or NX programming software
Demonstrated ability to read complex blueprints and determine the best method for manufacturing components
Ability to use, operate and apply a range of precision inspection instruments and devices
Understanding of calibration cycles of test tools
Experience with precision measuring tools; able to choose tooling for all types of geometries and applications; knowledge in tooling manufacturer’s insert grades and tool holders
Commitment to high quality standards and continuous improvements
Organized, ability to multi-task, and self-starter.
Experience using Wire EDM
Mechanical Engineering degree or similar
10-20 years’ experience CNC programming skills and all aspects of close tolerance machining
Experience in advanced 5-axis programming with NX, Creo or similar CAM software is required

Nice To Haves

Experience/Passion for the game of golf is a plus

Responsibilities

Performs frequent and complex 5 axis CNC programming on high end 5 axis CNC machines with focus on machine efficiency and part quality.
Can work closely with design engineers to give feedback on part design and creatively enable new design concepts in finished machined parts.
Capable with setup and operation of 5 axis CNC mills, CNC turning, milling and EDM Wire machines to produce quality parts based on provided specifications.
Communicates clearly with engineers and planners daily to assure accurate schedules.
Fosters a culture of continuous improvement by proactively identifying and implementing ways to reduce set up times and identify potential cost reductions in regards to product design.
Solves tooling issues by identifying productivity of tooling, evaluating tooling performance, and evaluating new tooling requirements.
Provides training to other Machinists at the direction of CNC manager supervisor
Recommends program changes and submits program change requests to programmers/engineers.
Assists in the maintenance of a detailed program database including revision dates, program revision and/or improved method record.
Interfaces and supports all internal departments to maintain common goals.
Designs, fabricates and maintains tooling.
Support and assist with machine preventative maintenance program as required.
Performs other related duties and assignments as assigned.