CNC Mastercam Programmer

CNC Programmer/Machinist

We are engaged in a search for a practical, hands-on CNC Programmer with at least 5 years’ experience to join our clients team. 5 Axis experience and Mastercam Programming experience is a must have.

The perfect candidate will have experience with production milling, turning and/or turn/mill experience. The candidate will be setting up and running initial production for validation purposes. This is not a computer programmer position only. It requires ‘hands on’ machining experience as well.

• This is a full-time position - Monday through Friday DAY SHIFT
• DIRECT HIRE
• PAY BASED ON EXPERIENCE

Responsibilities and Duties

• Create programs and setup complex jobs on various CNC Vertical Machining Centers with 3rd and 4th Axis (Haas and Brothers) and 5th Axis Mazak
• Estimate: process steps, programming, setup, cycle time and tooling costs.
• Have a strong knowledge of machining, metalworking principles and assembly procedures
• Collaborate with Engineering, Production and QA personnel.
• Develop machining processes to optimize efficiency and productivity.
• Responsible for ensuring strict adherence to all company manufacturing standards/methods and policies.
• Assist in resolution of manufacturing problems.
• Work directly with Engineering Manager and utilize in-house HAAS VMC’s with 4th and 5th Axis as well as HAAS CNC Lathes.
• Demonstrate consistent application of independent judgment.
• Other responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications and Skills

• 7 - 10 years of progressive experience in a machine shop environment
• 5 Axis experience is required
• Experience operating manual and/or CNC machine tools as well as other shop fabrication equipment
• Must have experience in programming (MasterCam), setting up and running CNC Milling machines
• Must have the ability to read and interpret GD&T engineering drawings.
• Must have experience with machining of various metals.
• Must have experience and knowledge of cutting tool properties for proper selection of tools/holders/inserts, cutting tools, speeds & feeds.
• Requires knowledge of Prototype and Production work holding concepts for CNC milling & for conventional machining processes.
• Knowledge of hydraulic fixtures, working mechanism and troubleshooting a plus.
• Experience utilizing CAD/CAM software such as Solidworks, Unigraphics, Mastercam, and associated file formats. (parasolids, stp. Iges etc)
• Requires a high level of problem analysis and solving
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Windows and Office software applications
• Ability to collaborate with others and communicate clearly and efficiently
• Self-motivated and able to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Commitment to continuous improvement.
• Good judgement/decision making skills

Experience:

• CAM Programming: 5 years
• Machine shop environment: 7 to 10 years
• Set-up of complex milling jobs: 3 years