CNC Programmer
UmbraGroup · Saginaw, MI ·
Creates, edits, and qualifies CNC programs for multi-axis metal-cutting equipment (lathes and 3-6 axis machining centers) producing complex aerospace parts, and writes work instructions. Core technologies include Esprit CAD-CAM with simulation and post processors, and Siemens NX 3D CAD.
UmbraGroup-Thomson Aerospace & Defense (Linear Motion, LLC) is an agile, passionate partner revolutionizing motion solution. We are an Intelligent Partner who works with passion and dedication always offering innovation, flexible and customizable solutions based on our customer’s needs, creating products that can revolutionize a constantly changing market. We are an intelligent supplier of actuators, ball screws, bearings, and components in high-tech markets. Excellent service is the foundation of our business, and we work to be FIRST (Customer Focused, Innovation, Respect, Social Responsibility, Teamwork).
Summary:
This position requires the individual to create, approve, edit and qualify CNC programs for use on metal cutting equipment (lathe, 3,4, & 5 axis machining centers & multi-axis turning), develop detailed work illustration instructions and configurations using Siemens Unigraphics 3D NX CAD software.
Qualifications
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Minimum Requirements:
- Must have superior computer programming skills
- Must have excellent reading comprehension skills
- Good math skills, especially algebra, trigonometry, and physics
- Good active listening skills
- Must have good problem-solving skills
- Must have excellent time management skills
- Must have good organizational and planning skills
- Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Must be mechanically inclined
- Knowledge of metal shop work
- Must be highly detail oriented
- Must be able to work effectively with little or no supervision
- Must have the ability to write and read complex spreadsheets
- Must have the ability to read blueprints
- Knowledge of safety measures pertinent to each job assignment
Specifically:
Must have knowledge and machine programming skills to create programs using Mastercam CAD-CAM software with machine simulation and post processers. Must be capable of creating CNC programs for CNC Lathes, Mills, and Mill Turn machines to produce complex aerospace part configurations in forgings and bars made of specialty metals. This individual must have the ability to specify, recommend and purchase perishable tooling and work holding. Must have an excellent understanding of blueprint reading and GD&T tolerances along with very good math and reasoning skills. Please give detailed knowledge and experience on these when applying.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Creates instructions for machinist
- Ability to model to create program
- Create model-based CNC program
- Utilize multiple CNC programming software to create CNC program
- Ability to utilize simulation software to prove out CNC programs
- Create DNC file to store & make CNC program available
- Vast knowledge of modern machining principles/methodology
- Background in operation of CNC machines
- Updated knowledge of state-of-the-art tooling
- Ability to communicate & teach
- Reviews 3D CAD design blueprints
- Makes calculations for programming including where materials should be cut
- Translates instructions into a computer automated manufacturing (CAM) program
- Communicates with engineers and clients who will use the programs
- Checks completed programs by running simulations or tests
- Prepares geometric layout of designs using proper software
- Determines sequence of operations in a program
- Chooses cutting tools that will be needed
- Analyzes job order and performs necessary calculations
- Writes programs and modifies existing ones for increased efficiency
- Analyzes and selects speeds and cutting tools for programs
- Makes improvements to set up times for a task and contouring of complex shapes
- Simplifies tooling time for workers and increases productivity for the client
- Evaluates all completed designs to validate their functions and ensure they successfully reduce time and money for the client
- Monitors all programs to make sure they follow blueprint instructions and safely and successfully complete the task
- Provides training for clients on automated systems
- Complies with all safety rules and regulations.
Qualifications:
- Due to ITAR regulations, must be a U.S. Person
- High School diploma
- Associate degree in CNC programming, a computer-related field or a mechanical field
- Bachelor’s degree in computer programming or computer-related field preferred
- Knowledge of electronics and machine tools
- Experience with programming
Language, Math, and Reasoning Ability:
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, drawings, set-up sheets, travelers, procedure manuals and government regulations.
Computer Skills:
Must be able to use the computer and computer software as required by job.
Physical Demands:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, and sit. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, and ability to adjust focus.
Work Environment:
Factory and product manufacturing environment where the noise levels are moderate to loud.
All requirements are subject to modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees are required to perform any other job-related duties requested by their supervisor.
UmbraGroup is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and is committed to providing opportunities without regard for race, color, religion, sex, including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity, national origin, age, disability and genetic information, including family medical history. We are also committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application procedures. If you need assistance or accommodation due to a disability, you may call us at 989.295.5217