Sinker EDM Programmer / Operator | Up to $36/hr + $2,500 Hiring Bonus
KMM Group•Hatboro, PA
•Onsite
About The Position
Build Precision Components That Make Innovation Possible. We are looking for an experienced Sinker EDM / RAM EDM Programmer and Operator who can program, set up, burn, inspect, troubleshoot, and take ownership of high-precision work from blueprint to finished component. Our Sinker EDM team produces complex, mission-critical components for medical device, aerospace, defense, space exploration, and advanced technology applications. These are the parts where details matter, assumptions get expensive, and precision has to show up every day.
Requirements
- 5+ years of Sinker EDM, RAM EDM, Conventional EDM, or Plunge EDM experience
- EDM programming, setup, and operation experience
- Experience with Makino EDM or similar CNC EDM equipment
- Strong blueprint reading skills
- Working knowledge of GD&T
- Experience producing tight-tolerance precision components
- Ability to work with graphite and/or copper electrodes
- Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
- Ability to inspect your own work and maintain quality standards
- Comfort working in a high-mix, precision manufacturing environment
- U.S. citizen or have a valid Green Card
Nice To Haves
- Makino EDAF or Makino EDNC experience
- Experience with helical EDM, C-axis EDM, indexing, carbide circuit, or fine-finish EDM
- Electrode manufacturing experience
- Graphite electrode experience
- Copper electrode experience
- Mastercam experience
- Esprit CAD/CAM experience
- SolidWorks or model-based manufacturing experience
- Toolmaking, moldmaking, or tool & die background
- Medical device manufacturing experience
- Aerospace, defense, or space manufacturing experience
- Experience with first article inspection, in-process inspection, or close-tolerance quality documentation
Responsibilities
- Program, set up, and operate Sinker EDM / RAM EDM / Conventional EDM equipment
- Run precision EDM work on Makino CNC EDM machines
- Work with graphite and copper electrodes for complex profiles, cavities, features, and tight-tolerance details
- Interpret blueprints, drawings, models, GD&T, tolerances, and customer specifications
- Perform EDM burning, electrode setup, alignment, offset adjustments, and process troubleshooting
- Support work involving C-axis EDM, helical EDM, indexing, carbide circuit, and fine-finish EDM applications
- Inspect your own work using precision measuring tools and quality documentation
- Work closely with machining, grinding, quality, engineering, and production teams
- Maintain clean, organized, accurate, and repeatable setups
- Support continuous improvement, process stability, and first-time-right manufacturing
Benefits
- Medical, prescription, dental, and vision insurance
- Life and disability insurance
- Supplemental health insurance options
- Total wellbeing programs and mobile mental health support
- Financial Academy
- Paid holidays and PTO
- 401(k) plan with employer match
- Employee Assistance Program
- Professional development and education programs
- Dedicated Manager of Training
- Dedicated HR support
- Employee advocacy support for benefits-related needs
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
