CNC Programmer

POSITION SUMMARY

Under the direction of the Lead CNC Programmer, this position will be responsible for generating CNC Programs, fixturing, set-ups and job estimation for new product development & on-going production orders. As outlined below, this self-motivated position requires knowledge and understanding of programming & machining. This position will be required to think "outside the box" to overcome obstacles & challenges to achieve optimal performance to ensure on-time delivery commitments are met.

Essential Responsibilities:

Ability to read, write & develop CNC programs using Mastercam software to meet customer specifications; Perform machining process development & optimization (part setup/fixturing, machining strategy/order of operations, tool selection speed/feed process parameter selection) to ensure committed dates; Incorporate required design changes per customer driven changes, technical performance improvements and improved manufacturability; Work with Machining & Quality departments to monitor the quality of output to identify process improvement opportunities; (reduced machining/setup time, improved part quality, reduced manufacturing risks); Heavy emphasis on fixture design and build as well as providing best practices involving tooling and fixturing to maximize production; Generate models and shop drawings utilizing CAD Software; Understand and interpret solid modeling for quoting capabilities; Interface directly and cohesively with Project Management team regarding customer RFQ's and drawing specifications to identify material requirements, job costing, building, and routing of BOMs; Evaluate customers' product design and specifications to create quotes based on costs of selected raw materials & manufacturing processes; Work directly with Purchasing to ensure required machining material & tooling is identified and ordered within the scope of requirements; Run production on machines as needed to meet customer ship dates and critical project schedules; Assist with operator training and mentoring as needed; Adhere to Employee's responsibilities outlined in Cygnus' Health & Safety Policy.

Required Qualifications & Competencies:

A minimum of 5 years required of programming experience using programming software (i.e., Mastercam, Gibbs, etc.) in a high-precision machining environment and capable of learning other specialized software; Machining Journeyperson papers preferred or minimum of 5 years of skilled machining required; Independently set-up CNC machines required; Highly proficient interpreting blueprints with GD&T tolerancing and demonstrate high proficiency with G & M codes; Familiarity with ERP functionality, especially Made To Manage (M2M), is preferred; Estimating and quoting experience preferred; Ability to prioritize work and manage multiple projects & deadlines; A goal-oriented, success-driven attitude; Ability to work off peak hours and able to work up to 10 hours/week overtime as needed; Comfortable with communicating and working in a team environment required; Proficient computer skills in Microsoft Office required; Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds; Ability to work in a manufacturing shop environment (including hot, cold and/or noisy areas); Frequent hand to finger, handle, feel objects & tools, walking, sitting, reaching, stooping, kneeling, crouching, talking and hearing; Physically submit to periodic drug tests (employment is contingent upon favorable results).