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SHC, subsidiary of Miller Industries, is seeking to fill the position of Automation Programmer. This position is based in our SHC Athens, Tennessee manufacturing facility and is a part of our Miller Industries Facilities department.

Summary:

The Automation Programmer is responsible for programming and maintaining operating procedures for automation equipment and site-specific fabrication systems, with primary support focused on CNC mills and CNC lathes, to ensure efficient and high-quality part production. The Automation Programmer may support standardization initiatives and assist other facilities with automation projects as required.

Key Responsibilities:

Maintain operational records regarding automation equipment. Create, modify, test, and optimize programs for assigned automation equipment, with primary emphasis on CNC mills and CNC lathes. Work in collaboration with engineering and operations to develop and improve tooling, workholding, machining, and automation processes. Develop and maintain programming documentation, operating procedures, and work instructions related to assigned automation equipment. Support department standardization efforts including programming practices, operating procedures, and automation documentation. Identify opportunities to improve safety, quality, productivity, cycle time, tooling life, and equipment performance. Participate in designing and developing future production capacities by attending team meetings. Operate automated machines to test equipment, validate programs, and verify proper setup, tooling, work offsets, and programming techniques. Understand specifications of tasks and desired results by reading blueprints, mechanical drawings, models, and related documentation. Support on-site automation personnel with programming-related issues and provide technical assistance related to assigned automation equipment when capacity and expertise allow. Prepare and load raw materials and parts onto machines to perform test runs. Inspect and measure finished products to ensure they meet requirements. Fully utilize and embrace all technology, including PCs, CAD/CAM software, machine-control software, simulation software, and proprietary systems. Utilize offline programming and simulation software to minimize production downtime. Work a flexible schedule and travel for training as required. Some travel between plants may be required. Other duties as assigned.

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. Associate degree in machining, manufacturing technology, automation, or a related field preferred, or equivalent combination of technical training, certifications, and relevant experience. Ability to read and interpret blueprints, drawings, and technical documentation. Experience programming CNC mills and CNC lathes, including machine setup, tooling, offsets, feeds, speeds, and machining practices, required. Experience with robotic systems, fabrication equipment, or related manufacturing technologies is beneficial. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to work overtime and weekends when required.

Essential 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. Certain reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform applicable essential functions based on the need of the business. While performing the duties of the job, the employee is: Regularly required to talk and hear. Required to stand, walk, climb, sit, balance, stoop, kneel and/or crouch. Frequently required to use fingers, hands, and arms to handle and reach. Able to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. Required to wear personal protective equipment in designated areas.

Work Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions based on business need.

• Frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts.
• Maybe exposed to flashing lights.
• Exposure to weather conditions; precipitation, extreme cold and extreme heat.
• Regularly required to wear hearing protection in a loud environment.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

From $27.74 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) Dental insurance Employee assistance program Flexible spending account Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance

Experience:

Automation or CNC Programming:

1 year (Required)

License/Certification:

Driver's License (Required) Ability to

Commute:

Athens, TN 37303 (Required)

Work Location:

In person