CNC Programmer
IMI · Houston, TX · 4 days ago
Engineering$41/hrFull-time
Key Responsibilities
- Creates and optimizes programs for multi-axis mills and lathes using GibbsCam software
- Works with large, complex parts
- Determines tooling requirements, control settings, machining methods, and routing steps
- Researches new machining technologies and tooling to improve existing processes
- Maintains program database to distribute programs to machine centers
- Affords support to the Maintenance Department to develop detailed instructions for all preventative and predictive maintenance tasks for the upkeep of all equipment in assigned areas
- Collaborates with the Business Unit staff to ensure that all unit performance goals and objectives are supported
- Establishes and maintains a cooperative relationship with all support functions
- Troubleshoots processes in areas of responsibility
- Develops best practice manufacturing processes
Skills
- Create and develop programs from engineering drawings
- Comfortable working with and around very large and heavy parts
- Experience with fabricated flow and control valves used in the petroleum and chemical industries
- Proven track record of engaging with machinists and fabricators and presenting value-based solutions
- Read and interpret operating and maintenance instructions, work procedures, safety rules and similar documents
- Effective written and verbal communication, including ability to explain technical issues in a manner for employee understanding
- Proficient in creating and validating machining programs
- Mental skills: Addition, subtraction, multiplication, division and geometry using whole and decimal numbers
- Technical orientation with excellent problem solving and troubleshooting skills
- Understanding of MRP system and basic lean manufacturing practices
- Flexibility in adjusting to changes in daily priorities
- Effective in cross-functional teamwork
- Strong organizational and project management skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel, and programming software
Qualifications
- Minimum of two-year (Associates) technical degree or equivalent
- Minimum of four years related experience in a manufacturing environment
- Minimum of five years of work experience as a CNC Programmer or a Manufacturing Engineer with experience in fabrication
- Experience with fabricated flow and control valves used in the petroleum and chemical industries
- Proven track record of the ability to engage with machinists and fabricators and works collaboratively to identify and present value-based solutions
- Read and interpret operating and maintenance instructions, work procedures, safety rules and similar documents
- Effective written and verbal communication, including ability to explain technical issues in a manner for employee understanding
- Proficient in creating and validating machining programs
- Mental skills: Addition, subtraction, multiplication, division and geometry using whole and decimal numbers
- Technical orientation with excellent problem solving and troubleshooting skills
- Understanding of MRP system and basic lean manufacturing practices
- Flexibility in adjusting to changes in daily priorities
- Effective in cross-functional teamwork
- Strong organizational and project management skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel, and programming software
What IMI Can Offer You
- Multiple health plans to choose from: HMO, PPO, and High Deductible Health Plans with a low-cost share
- Best-in-class 401K plan with zero vesting and up to 6% contribution matching
- 14-week maternity leave at full pay (Adoption benefits are equivalent)
- 4-week paternity leave at full pay (Adoption benefits are equivalent)
- Employee Resource Groups that offer community and support, like our Pride Network and Network of Women groups
- PTO, encompassing inclusive holidays
- Career Development opportunities (IMI’s ‘Catalyst’ Program)
- Employer contribution for Health Savings Account, and in many cases free virtual telemedicine, and teletherapy
- Mental Health and wellness programs to support you and your family
- Full suite of voluntary benefits to tap into, including but not limited to: Critical illness insurance, hospital indemnity, legal insurance, identity theft protection, and pet insurance or home & auto insurance through our discount advantage platform
- Short & long-term disability as well as basic life insurance at 2x your basic salary at no cost to the employee
- Free financial advisors, webinars, and classes through Charles Schwab
- Annual Employee Stock Purchase Plan with option to purchase IMI shares at a reduced employee only price - no opportunity to lose, only to profit or refund your investment