CNC HAAS Programmer
Forma-Fab Metals · Mebane, NC ·
- Experience
- 4+ years
A CNC machinist/programmer at a metal fabrication shop programs and runs HAAS mills and lathes: plans jobs from blueprints, sets up tooling and offsets, verifies first-run parts, troubleshoots malfunctions, performs preventive maintenance, and logs production data in an ERP. Core skills: CNC programming, CAD/CAM, geometry/trig.
Shift: Monday through Thursday, 6:00 am - 4:30 pm, overtime as needed
Position Summary: The CNC machinist programs, loads, cycles, and detects malfunctions in order to effectively operate the Numerical Control Machines to fabricate parts.
Essential functions:
Essential functions:
- · Plan the machining process by studying work orders, blueprints, engineering plans, materials, specifications, orthographic drawings, locations of surfaces, and machining parameters; interpreting geometric dimensions and tolerances
- · Plan stock inventory by checking stock to determine the amount available; verifying needed stock; following up on orders
- · Program mills and lathes by entering instructions, including zero and reference points; setting tool registers, offsets, compensation, and conditional switches; calculating requirements, including basic math, geometry, and trigonometry; providing part programs
- · Set-up mills and lathes by installing and adjusting three and four-jaw chucks, tools, attachments, collets, bushings, cams, gears, stops, and stock pushers; indicating vices; tramming heads
- · Load feed mechanism by lifting stock into position
- · Verify settings by measuring positions first-run part and sample work pieces; adhering to standards
- · Maintain specifications by observing drilling, grooving, and cutting, including turning, facing, knurling and thread chasing operations; taking measurements; detecting malfunctions; troubleshooting processes; adjusting and reprogramming controls; sharpening and replacing worn tools; adhering to quality assurance procedures and processes
- · Maintain safe operations by adhering to safety procedures and regulations
- · Maintain equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements; following manufacturer’s instructions; troubleshooting malfunctions; calling for repairs
- · Maintain continuity among work shifts by documenting and communicating actions, irregularities, and continuing needs
- · Document actions by completing production and quality logs
- · Accomplish organizational goals by accepting ownership for accomplishing new and different requests; exploring opportunities to add value to job accomplishments
- · Input and maintain data in ERP computer system
Requirements:
- · High School Diploma or GED
- · 4-5 years of CNC experience
- · Conceptual Skills
- · Communication proficiency
- · Mechanical and Technical skills-machines controlled by computers will need operators who understand CAD/CAM technology
- · Attention to detail
- · Problem solving skills
- · Time Management
- · Basic Computer Skills
- · Maintain excellent attendance, and expected to work overtime if needed.
Environment Conditions:
- · Humidity level may be elevated during summer months
- · Exposure to loud noise
- · Exposed to fumes or airborne particles, moving mechanical parts and vibration
Physical Demands:
- · Able to stand on your feet for at least eight hours a day
- · Requires frequent lifting, pushing, and pulling objects that are 50 pounds or heavier
- · Required to walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear
- · This is a 40 hour a week job with the potential for overtime
Experience:
- CNC: 2 years (Preferred)
- CNC programming: 2 years (Preferred)
- Supervising: 1 year (Preferred)
Work Location: In person