CNC Programmer - Andrews, SC

Job Summary

The CNC Programmer is responsible for safely and efficiently maintaining, repairing, testing and programming a variety of CNC machines for several different products and materials. They assist with obtaining quotes and pricing for CNC related purchases as needed. They create/interpret drawings for new and existing products and assist with proper mold fit and fixtures.

Responsibilities

• Ensures that all CNC components and tooling are in safe working order and well maintained.
• Safely and efficiently setups, operates CNC machines and tooling for a variety of materials, products and jobs for steel and plastic.
• Works collaboratively with management, maintenance, machine operators and quality control to solve any machining issues.
• Develops and maintains machining templates and standard procedures.
• Interprets drawings and blueprints.
• Creates blueprints and drawings utilizing CAD and other technical drawing software as needed according to necessary specifications.
• Designs and builds prototype components.
• Affords assistance with new product implementation by taking ideas and concepts and turning into a CAD drawing for review and approval.
• Utilizes approved drawing to create future templates and machining needs for appropriate products.
• Researches and quotes pricing for potential CNC related purchases.
• Sends requests for purchase orders to management on all necessary tooling and CNC machining components as needed.
• Affords assistance with the order and installation/implementation of new components after purchase order has been completed.
• Safely and efficiently operates a variety of mills, lathes, grinding machines and fabricating machines.
• Builds and repairs molding fixtures and components as needed.
• Works collaboratively to ensure that mold has been properly prepared and aligned within the mold cavity.
• Receives information from Maintenance, Operators, Management and Quality Control about: safety requirements, machining needs, machining issues and design requirements.
• Informs the Management about: equipment problems, safety concerns, quotes/purchase order requests, machining needs, machining issues and timelines for projects.
• Any other duties that the Company in its sole discretion may assign as needed.

Requirements

• Ability to troubleshoot and multitask
• Electrical mathematic and unit conversion skills
• High attention to detail and is willing to learn
• Team player who is reliable and trustworthy
• Maintains a clean and safe work area
• Verbal and written communication skills in English
• Organizational skills and attention to detail
• Time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines

Education And Experience

• High School diploma / GED, required
• Completed Certificate, diploma, or degree program in CNC Programming
• 2-5 years’ experience in CNC Machines
• Ability to read Blueprints, preferred
• Previous experience in a plastics/textile manufacturer, preferred

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to frequently lift/carry/push/pull up to 50 pounds.
• This position requires, but is not limited to, standing, walking, utilizing stairs or ladders, driving automatic forklift, climbing, squatting, stooping, twisting, bending, grabbing and grasping.
• Must be able to work in a non-controlled environment

About the Role

AGRU AMERICA, INC. IS AN EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER