Sr. CNC Prototype Machinist/Programmer

3 weeks ago

Elk Grove Village, United States Dexter Magnetic Technologies Full time
Job Description

Basic Purpose and Objective of the Position


This position supports the New Product Introduction (NPI) Engineering team through the programming, fabrication, building, testing, troubleshooting, and modification of prototypes along with establishing machining, methods, and tool sequences to meet required customer specifications and work instructions.


Major Responsibilities - reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions:



  • Develop/modify NC programs of medium/complex NPI projects for various types of machines such as CNC lathes, CNC mills, multi-axis machines (3, 4, and 5 axis), CNC mill/turn, wire EDM, sinker EDM, and Jig-grinding.
  • Setup and operate powered machines such as 5-axis CNC mills, CNC lathes, wire EDM, sinker EDM, Jig-grinding, and surface grinders by holding extremely tight tolerances (+/- 2 microns) to customer drawing and quality specifications. Work is done in a low volume high mix environment.
  • Establishes appropriate machining methods and tool sequences. Determines the necessary fixturing and tooling to maintain tight tolerances.
  • Possesses working knowledge of CAD (Solidworks/AutoCAD) and CAM software (Mastercam) to create efficient and repeatable toolpaths.


  • Employees will use advanced inspection equipment, ex. CMM and digital optical measuring.


  • Create and maintain job documentation files. Collects and analyzes process data and provides input to the project team.
  • Trains and assists in the development of personnel (cross-training).
  • Conduct preventative maintenance, 5S and housekeeping duties.


  • Participate in the product development process and provide input during concept development and feasibility testing.
  • Handle engineering model shop schedule in coordination with the Manager, and NPI Project leads
  • Handle engineering model shop safety program, including PPE and training requirements
  • Assess the manufacturability of new designs and provide improvement feedback to Engineers.
  • Perform other duties as required.

Qualifications


Education, Experience & Certifications



  • 7 to 10 years of experience working on CNC equipment.
  • Must have a minimum of 2 years of CNC programming experience (Mastercam) and 3 years of CNC setup experience.
  • High School diploma or equivalent


  • Working knowledge of manufacturing methods, tooling, fixturing, and materials.
  • Proficiency with CAD/CAM software knowledge (Solidworks, AutoCAD, Mastercam), skills and abilities.
  • Excellent knowledge of blueprint reading and drawing interpreting. GD&T required.
  • Experience working with a wide range of steels. (CRS, Aluminum, Hastelloy, Inconel, etc).
  • Experience working with magnet materials is a plus.
  • Ability to program, set up, and run complex jobs without supervision.
  • Proficiency with MS Office tools. (word/excel)

Successful Essential Skills



  • Excellent problem-solving skills use rigorous logic and methods to solve problems producing effective solutions to problem statements.
  • Strong technical skills. Ability to set up and run a variety of machines while holding very tight tolerances with limited direction creating quality parts to spec on prototype parts (first part, good part). Primary equipment: OD, ID, and surface Grinders as well as rough and precision slicers. Lathe, Mill, and EDM machines as a secondary skill
  • Strong machine shop math and complex blueprint reading skills, including GD&T
  • Able to develop required fixturing and tooling to perform everyday tasks
  • Able to understand G and M codes
  • Able to adjust programs for optimal speed, reliability, and tool life
  • Knowledge and use of a wide variety of precision measuring equipment
  • Innovation - Apply our collective machining knowledge to make "impossible parts"
  • Evaluate prints and solid model CAD Files
  • To excel in this position, you must leverage those skills to be proficient at CAD/CAM programming, setup, and operation of CNC machines
  • Machining on Magnetic Material is a plus

Successful Essential Behaviors



  • Is action-oriented and independent.
  • Has a heightened sense of urgency and works at a quick pace (high energy).
  • Uses creativity to make connections among unrelated notions and is seen as having original thought.
  • Attention to detail: focus on accuracy, completeness, and following standards, rules, regulations, and requirements.
  • Cooperative with others and usually helpful to the rest of the team in getting work done.
  • Upholds the values and beliefs of the organization. Exhibits integrity as a person and in their work. Maintains appropriate confidentiality at work.
  • Is personally committed to and actively works to continuously his/her work skills.
  • Has a can-do, will-do attitude.

Work Environment and Physical Demands



  • Works in a clean, air-conditioned, and well-lit production environment- protective foot and eyewear required.

    • 60% Standing on cement floors with rubber mats, 20% Sitting, 10% Stooping and Bending and 10% Walking





    • Lift and transport an average weight of 10 lbs., maximum of 40 lbs.



  • Manual dexterity of both hands.
  • Near Visual Acuity (either corrected or uncorrected).


  • Ability to understand verbal direction and instruction. Ability to give feedback to engineers and brainstorm with others on the prototype team. Must be able to read, understand, and comply with all quality and safety regulations.

Interactions:


Regular contact and communications with all levels of the organization.


Supervision Provided:


None


How This Position Contributes to the Effectiveness of the Quality Management System


The Sr. Prototype Machinist is responsible for manufacturing the first piece article according to customer specifications. That work is critical to securing customer approval to move forward in the manufacturing process.


Failure to meet quality standards can result in not securing the order from the customer.


Job Descriptions are influenced by environmental change, the company's objectives, products, and processes. They can change at any time due to business needs.


Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities


The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

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