Manufacturing Engineer – CNC Programmer

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Program and maintain CNC Mills, Laser Punch combos and other machinery. Improving manufacturing processes and train staff on operation.

REQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Degree in manufacturing engineering, mechanical engineering, industrial engineering, or a related field.
• Programming and running CNC machinery in a manufacturing setting
• Programming HAAS VF series machines
• Experience with Trumpf machinery and TrueTops programming
• G-codes and blueprint reading
• Must enjoy teamwork, learning, teaching, variety, and working with your hands
• Good problem solving, written and verbal communication, and self-management skills
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes, fabrication methods and tool design
• Familiarity with manufacturing equipment and quality assurance techniques
• Commitment to health and safety standards and environmental regulations
• Well-versed in relevant software (Fusion 360,TruTops etc.)
• Problem-solving ability
• Proven ability to lead and manage projects from conception through completion, often under tight deadlines.
• Comfortable with manual crafting
• Understanding that safety is paramount
• Good hand-eye coordination
• Able to lift, push, pull, and move up to 50 pounds
• Able to stand for long periods
• Ability to occasionally work late shifts
• Bonus - Robotic arm programming

• Program and run CNC mill, laser punch combo, press brake and more
• Program additional custom CNC machines and controllers
• Install, set up, operate, troubleshoot and maintain CNC and other machinery
• Run production and prototyping jobs
• Consider tools required to cut particular materials and program machines accordingly
• Work closely with product engineers, designers, contractors and suppliers
• Provide product design feedback for machine and production optimization
• Train staff to properly operate CNC and other machinery
• Develop CNC programs using HSM Works or Fusion 360 for 3 or 4 axis mills
• Develop CNC programs using Trutops for Trumpf Laser Punch combo
• Set up machinery, analyze drawings, design data to calculate correct part dimension for machines, tool selection, machine speeds, and feed rates.
• Monitor output and proper operation of mechanical equipment. Make mechanical and/or program adjustments to ensure parts are meeting quantity requirements and QA testing to ensure products meet design specifications
• Develop in house tools for production
• Design and produce fixtures and QA Jigs
• Provide product design feedback for machine and production optimization
• Evaluate manufacturing processes based on quality criteria, such as efficiency and speed
• Study and advise regarding production vs. machine requirements
• Develop and test effective automated and manual systems
• Evaluate manufacturing workflows and resources
• Integrate disparate systems (e.g. equipment handling, transport)
• Optimize facility layouts, production lines, machine operations etc
• Resolve issues and delays in production
• Find ways to reduce costs and maximize quality
• Ensure that manufacturing procedures follow safety and environmental regulations
• Upgrade systems and processes with new technology
• Other duties as assigned