CNC Operator/Programmer

General Summary

The CNC Operator/Programmer will conduct planning sessions with tool room staff, program cutter paths, oversee CNC machine operation, and perform maintenance. Specific responsibilities include:

• Conduct planning sessions with tool room staff to decide on project CNC machining and EDM requirements
• Suggest best practices and efficient machining solutions during planning sessions and tool builds
• Follow work instructions and tool room standards and processes
• Program cutter paths using Cimatron and MasterCam Software
• Work closely with appropriate personnel in the development and execution of prototype samples
• Develop written CNC programming and machining best practices/rules
• Consult with machine manufacturer and software company to modify post processors if necessary
• Program steel and electrodes according to project requirements
• Perform CNC machine setups
• Oversee all aspects of CNC machine operation
• Oversee CNC cutter inventory and notify Tool Room Manager when replacement tooling is needed
• Research and suggest cutter and tooling options to improve CNC equipment efficiency
• Arrange for outside servicing of CNC machine if needed
• Document CNC area best practices to be shared, used, and taught to the tool room team
• Dimensionally verify work and complete Critical Characteristic paperwork where required
• Verify mating component sizes prior to finishing shut-off areas to compensate for any fitment issues
• Create check sizes to verify each cutter change in all axes affected by the cutter
• When finish machining cavity and shut-off detail on multi-cavity tools, cut and verify sizes on one cavity before proceeding to finish all the cavities
• Stop a job when a non-conformance is found and consult with appropriate personnel

Requirements

• Tooling experience
• CNC knowledge
• Programming knowledge

Pay

$25.00 - $30.00/hr.

Benefits

NSI Industries offers a competitive salary, performance-based and attendance bonuses for certain roles. We offer health, dental, and vision insurance. Retirement savings plan with company match. Paid holiday time off and vacation.

EEO Employer

NSI Industries is an equal opportunity employer and, as such, affirms in policy and practice its commitment to recruit, hire, train, and promote, in all job classifications, without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, gender, age, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, citizenship, eligible veteran status, disability, or any other status protected by law.

Reasonable Accommodation

NSI Industries is committed to providing reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities. If you require assistance or accommodation during the application process, please contact your Recruiter for assistance. We comply with federal and state disability laws and make reasonable accommodation for applicants and employees with disabilities to ensure equal employment opportunities.

Physical Work Requirements

Many roles at NSI Industries require physical activities where the employee must occasionally lift and/or move items or require specific vision abilities.

Drug Free Workplace

NSI Industries maintains a drug-free workplace and requires all employees to complete and pass a pre-employment drug screen and background check.