CNC Programmer

About the role

This position oversees the maintenance, upkeep, and proper operation of both 5 axis milling machines and all mill room tools and equipment. It involves leading quality improvement projects, researching material and tool upgrades, and documenting procedures.

Responsibilities

• Communicates daily with mill supervisor and floor technicians to guide set up and monitor progress of all new projects.
• Takes basic CAD model and models skirt to make model mill ready.
• Assesses master material thickness and machine capabilities to determine proper milling machine tool selections and proper feeds and speeds.
• Writes planner mill tool paths for foam stack up.
• Analyzes part geometry and clearances in order to write 3 and 5 axis tool paths for efficient undercutting and finish cutting of parts.
• Operates and troubleshoots Par XR 225 5-axis gantry mill and PAR controller.
• Operates and troubleshoots CMS 5-axis gantry mill and FANUC controller.
• Maintains and retrieves CAD files in the Teamcenter environment.
• Ensures routine preventative maintenance is performed on milling machines and all other mill room equipment (spray, chop, and glue equipment).
• Assists and improves the cross-training initiative by teaching and mentoring mill technicians on processes, maintenance, computer, and machine operation.
• Leads mill efforts in optimizing master quality by researching new materials, evaluating different tools, and documenting best practices.
• Proposes, develops, and implements process improvements in order to meet department safety, quality, schedule, and budget goals.
• Acts as a liaison between the mill, product tooling, and material science when testing new master construction methodologies.
• Assists in mill schedule planning, mill package configuration, and schedule change/forecast updates.
• Assists with documentation of supplies, S&E, labor, and material tracking.
• Resolves milling machine issues (mechanical, electrical, processor, or software related) by applying past experience or by contacting manufacturer’s service department.
• Performs mill alignment procedures for Par and CMS 5-axis gantry mills.

Requirements

• Associates Degree in Graphic Engineering with CAD certificate and experience and/or training in drafting or technical illustration preferred
• Marine Industry highly recommended.
• Should be proficient in Unigraphics manufacturing software, Unigraphics Machine tool builder, Machine tool simulation, or Post Builder.
• Must have good Unigraphics, freeform and feature modeling skills.
• Leverage Lean Six Sigma Black Belt preferred.

Qualifications

• Must be able to work with new product and problems as they arise.
• Possesses the ability to work with new product and problems as they arise.
• Possesses knowledge of company policies and procedures and ensures they are followed.
• Follows proper procedures in the safe handling of hazardous wastes, which may be generated during the manufacturing process.
• Promotes safe work habits and maintains a clean work area by promoting 5s initiatives.

Skills

• Proficient in Unigraphics manufacturing software, Unigraphics Machine tool builder, Machine tool simulation, or Post Builder.
• Good Unigraphics, freeform and feature modeling skills.
• Leverage Lean Six Sigma Black Belt.

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Paid vacation
• 401k (up to 4% match)
• Health Savings Account (with company contribution)
• Well-being program
• Product purchase discounts

Pay

The anticipated pay range for this position is $47,000-$70,000. The actual base pay offered will vary based on multiple factors including job-related knowledge/skills, relevant experience, business needs, and geographic location. Compensation decisions are dependent upon the specifics of the candidate’s qualifications and the business context.

Schedule

No travel required.

Location

Merritt Island, FL