Wire EDM Machine Operator I,II or III (Evenings 2:00pm-10:30pm)

POSITION SUMMARY

LSI SOLUTIONS® is a dynamic and growing medical device company seeking a Wire EDM Programmer/Operator to join our energetic team. This position offers opportunities to contribute to better patient outcomes with state-of-the-art devices.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Level I:
  • Maintain a clean and safe work area and follow standard safety procedures and personal protective equipment requirements.
  • Read and understand part drawings and basic GD&T.
  • Set-up, run, and troubleshoot production parts.
  • Monitor parts throughout production by visual observation and dimensional measurement to ensure parts meet the specifications.
  • Perform preventative maintenance tasks on equipment.
  • Work with other departments on projects, designs, and process improvements.
• Level II:
  • Program, set-up, and operate wire EDM machines (primarily Fanuc controls).
  • Program and troubleshoot complex tool paths using CAM-I.
  • Troubleshoot and make offset adjustments.
  • Perform and document preventative maintenance on lower heads of machine, wire chopper, and clean seal plates.
  • Set-up and run Hole Popper.
• Level III:
  • Make custom parts for prototypes.
  • Perform set-up, run, and make required machine adjustments independently.
  • Write and edit complex EDM programs without supervision.
  • Work closely with Discovery and Engineering during Prototyping, Engineering Evaluation, V&V, and PQ/PV.

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES

All other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Level I: High School Diploma or equivalent required. Completion of trade school preferred. 0-2 years of machine operation experience.
• Level II: High School Diploma or equivalent required. Completion of trade school preferred. 3-5 years’ minimum experience programming wire EDM’s.
• Level III: High School Diploma or equivalent required. Completion of trade school preferred. 6+ years’ minimum experience programming, setting-up, and operating wire EDM’s.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Level I: Basic shop math skills. Ability to read blueprints, work instructions, and inspection criteria. Able to run variety of shop equipment. Must be proficient in the use of standard inspection equipment. Basic understanding of GD&T. Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
• Level II: Experience working with close tolerances in a variety of metals. Strong understanding of GD&T. Capable of programing complex tool paths. CAM-I program experience preferred.
• Level III: Capable of programming, setting-up, and running EDM independently. Capable of writing and editing complex EDM programs without supervision. Strong problem-solving skills. Capable of coaching and mentoring.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Frequently required to lift and/or carry from 10-30 lbs. Some heavy lifting of up to 50 lbs.
• Sitting, standing, and/or walking for up to eight hours per day in a manufacturing environment.
• Regularly required to talk and/or hear, see, handle, reach, see color, and perform repetitive motion.
• Occasional travel required.