CNC Programmer

CNC Programmer

Location: Iowa City, Iowa

Salary: $60-85K

Job Summary of the CNC Programmer: The CNC Programmer/Technician will be responsible for creating and modifying CNC programs utilizing CAD/CAM software, while reviewing and working with detailed technical drawings. High-level tasks include programming, inspecting, setting up, and operating machinery as required, defining and implementing work holding, and defining and implementing correct tooling solutions, along with proper feeds/speeds.

Job Duties & Responsibilities of the CNC Programmer:

• Must be 100% hands and driven to succeed through perseverance and determination.
• Ability to take a 3D model and plug it into CAD/CAM software to make things run.
• Strong CNC experience working within a job shop, who is able to come in and hit the ground running.

Education & Experience Requirements of the CNC Programmer:

• Proficient in CNC Programming.
• Proficient in CAD/CAM packages. Fusion 360 is preferred.
• Proficient with CNC Lathe and CNC Mill machining best practices.
• 10+ years of proven successful performance and relevant machining experience with complex machining of a wide range of materials.
• Experience in a machining environment.
• HAAS equipment or Fanuc Controls experience a plus.
• Proficient in putting together setup and work instructions for machining parts.
• Must have proficiency with measurement equipment (calipers, mics, depth gauges, bore gauges, etc.).
• Must have the ability to read and interpret Technical Drawings - especially GD&T.
• Must have a strong attention to detail and precision work habits.
• Must have strong problem-solving skills and root cause analysis.
• Must have strong teamwork and communication skills.
• Must have the ability to design work holding and specify correct tooling for parts machining.