Machinist/CNC Programmer

The Machinist/CNC Programmer is responsible for CNC machine programming, setup and first article for multi-axis CNC mills and lathes, for both production and prototype components.

Expectations

Embody the ARC Products standards with respect to discipline, quality, punctuality, and safety, and to enforce those standards with subordinates, and comply with all company policies, as well as safety and health regulations.

The Machinist/CNC Programmer is expected to:

• Understand capability of manufacturing equipment, operations, software, etc.
• Create, review, and edit computer numeric controlled (CNC) machining programs
• Provide training, guidance and expertise to machinists, operators, and other teams
• Maintain programming database and files for each part and machining center
• Support manufacturing operations team by providing input for routers and process flow
• Develop and recommend resources and methods for equipment, tooling materials, processes, etc.
• Track and evaluate costs and efficiency including tooling, material, and cycles
• Assist in providing information for quotations and contract reviews

Responsibilities

The Machinist/CNC Programmer programs and sets-up a production machine, including first article, in accordance with established procedures and guidelines. The Machinist/CNC Programmer will adjust machine settings to complete tasks accurately, according to specifications, and supervisor guidance and in a timely fashion.

Specific Responsibilities:

• Create, review, and edit precision computer numeric controlled (CNC) machining programs and perform machine set-ups, including first article, to produce conforming parts on time and to specification. Must be willing to run CNC machines as required
• Participate in the quoting process to ensure accurate capture of production costs including, but not limited to labor, cycle times, tooling, fixturing, etc.
• Maintain programming data base and files for each part and machining center.
• Provide training, guidance and expertise to all manufacturing team members.
• Other tasks as directed by the Production Manager