NC Programmer

External Job Description

Key Responsibilities

• Responsible for Programming Computer Numerical Control (CNC) machines maintaining quality and safety standards and generating manufacturing documentation.
• Executes machining processes by studying work orders, blueprints, 3D models, wireframe models, engineering drawings, material specifications, reference planes, locations of surfaces, and machining parameters.
• Generates NC programs adhering to, and improving on, the internal machining strategy guidelines.
• Designs fixtures and jigs generating their manufacturing information: CAD models, drawings of detailed parts, bill of material, and NC programs.
• Designs machining strategies based on technical targets: cycle time, machining cost, tool utilization, tools standardization.
• Resolves technical problems to maximize process repeatability and minimize cost of production.
• Prepares/modifies technical drawings, specifications, calculations, visual aids and any other documentation for production instruction or fixture definition.
• Ensures full conformity of the machine parts by analyzing measurement reports.
• Ensures revision and management of information that affects quality and/or schedule.
• Proficient using CAD/CAM software packages to produce 3D models CNC programs
• Ability to read and produce engineering drawings according to different international standards with a sound knowledge of GD&T
• Work independently with minimal supervision.

Qualifications and Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in aerospace, Automotive, Mechanical or Manufacturing Engineering.
• AS9100 and ISO quality standard certification desirable
• PMP, Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma Certification are desirable.

Experience

• At least 5 years in the aerospace, automotive, or any other highly regulated industry
• Demonstrated record of accomplishment implementing process improvement to enhance efficiency, eliminate waste and reduce costs
• Experience using CATIA V5 and or/ Siemens NX for both CAD and CAM Applications

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