CNC Programmer - Machinist III

Department:                                      Production                                                          

Reports To:                                         Department Manager

Physical Demand Level:                  Medium to Heavy

FLSA Status (US only):                      Non-Exempt

SUMMARY:

Responsible for programming and running multiple Mazak lathes/Mills.  Make sure their machines are working at full capacity, are stocked with the materials needed, well-maintained, and perform periodic quality and rate checks on output. 

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

This role does not have supervisory responsibilities.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Daily allocation of work orders distributed from Production to area work force for completion.


• Review operators run rates and efficiencies for correct output.


• Assist lead machinist and shop manager with employee relations.


• Monitor and escalate any issues in area to Management.

• Program machines for jobs to be completed.


• Performs work efficiently according to cycle time standards, and minimizes scrap and material used during the programming of the equipment.


• Provides necessary detailed feedback for changes to engineering masters and product routers.


• Loads and replenishes machines by lifting stock into position, typically using an industrial forklift.


• Prepares and replenishes finished goods and WIP packaging for the off-loading of completed parts.


• Uses measurement tools and optical equipment to verify machine settings by measuring first piece, and sample workpieces, through the adherence to industry and certification specific standards.


• Maintains a clean work area and safe operations by adhering to safety procedures and regulations.


• Accomplishes organizational goals by accepting ownership for accomplishing new and different requests; exploring opportunities to add value to job accomplishments.


• Walk the shop floor to make sure employees are working and safe several times a shift.

SKILLS & COMPETENCIES:

• Effectively communicate and understand job instructions both verbally and written.


• Problem solving skills to know why machines are not at peak performance, increase output and fix errors.


• Attention to detail with precision equipment and product.


• Ability to perform basic mathematical computations.


• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions.


• Ability to multitask and keep employees/machines on task.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

Required

• High school diploma or GED required.


• Minimum 3 years’ related experience and/or training or equivalent combination of education and experience.


• Mazatrol lathe programming experience.


• Mazatrol mill programming experience.


• Mastercam experience preferred.

Desired

• Industry experience is a plus

 Benefits:

• Medical


• Dental


• Vision


• Short Term Disability


• Long Term Disability


• PTO


• Paid Holidays


• Paid Sick Days


• 401K / 401K Company Match


• Quarterly Bonus Plan


• Life Insurance


• Paid Jury Duty


• Employee Referral Program


• Tuition Reimbursement Program based on


• Employee Assistance Program

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand and hear. The employee is frequently required to walk; reach with hands/arms; lift and/or lower; push and/or pull; and use hands to finger, handle, feel and/or finely manipulate objects.  The employee must frequently lift/move and/or push/pull up to 20 lbs. and occasionally lift/move and/or push/pull up to 50 lbs.  Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.  Use of vision correction is acceptable, if necessary; however, any vision correction apparatus must meet all safety guidelines for the area of activity.