CNC Expert - Programmer

About the role

The CNC Technician is responsible for operating, programming and setting-up a computer numerical control (CNC) machine. This includes production and inspection of parts and routine adjustments to programming parameters to ensure product conforms to quality requirements. Must maintain equipment, supplies and safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret GD&T prints and check fixtures.
• Program mills and lathes by entering instructions, including zero and reference points; setting tool registers, offsets, compensation, and conditional switches; calculating requirements, including basic math, geometry, and trigonometry; proving part programs.
• Make routine part dimensional adjustments to ensure product quality. Typical adjustments to be made through work offsets, tool offsets, and robotic programming. Manual G-code editing may be required.
• Maintain Process Change Log for adjustments.
• Interpret SPC chart data and make adjustments per SPC reaction plan.
• Follow all associated documentation as directed by the Engineer and Production Leader.
• Perform daily process monitoring.
• Participate in troubleshooting and improvement activities.
• Maintain safe operations by adhering to safety procedures and regulations.
• Ensure proper communication between shifts to maintain process stability.
• Additional functions not specifically outlined in this position description as directed by the Leader.
• Manage Preset Room inventory, monitor usage, create reports, drive continuous improvement action, record and track daily operations.
• Ability to set up and add spare parts to tool crib for existing equipment.
• Perform CNC program backups and maintain accurate documentation.
• Recommend modifications to existing tooling.
• Support continuous improvement and lean manufacturing processes.