CNC Programmer

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Job Title
CNC Programmer

Responsible for writing and revising CNC programs for a variety of multi-axis CNC machinery, both mills and lathes, in the production of technical ceramic products.

Roles & Responsibilities

• Under minimal supervision, creates, modifies, and optimizes CNC programs for multi-axis mills (3-axis and 5-axis) CNC lathes (horizontal and vertical) and grinders, with full ownership from program creation through shop floor prove-out and production release.
• Utilize CAM packages such as Mastercam and CAD tools including SolidWorks and Draftsight/AutoCAD.
• Verify programs using MasterCAM simulator and/or NCSimul prior to release.
• Conducts on-machine prove-out, verifies program integrity under real cutting conditions, and adjusts feeds/speeds, toolpaths, and strategies to ensure part quality, process stability, and cycle time optimization.
• Create efficient toolpaths for a wide range of equipment including DMS, Haas, DMG Mori, Okuma , Hyundai/WIA/Kia, Okamoto and other platforms.
• Selects machining strategies based on material type, tool geometry, machine capability, and fixturing, with focus on high-efficiency machining (HEM), process stability, repeatability, tool life, and surface finish requirements.
• Program and operate machines with Fagor, Fanuc, Haas , Siemens, Heidenhain and other controls.
• Reads, edits, and debugs G-code directly at the machine controller, including troubleshooting issues related to offsets, tool compensation, and axis motion.
• Ensures all programs used in department are current, backed up on the network and in a standardized format
• Provides clear setup documentation including tool lists, setup sheets, and process notes
• Reads and interprets blueprints from engineering and/or customers
• Supports first article and in-process validation by verifying program output against dimensional and surface finish requirements

Job Requirements:

Shift:

• Monday - Friday: 7:00am - 3:30pm,

Education:

• High School diploma or equivalent

Experience:

• 5+ years of CNC programming experience in a production environment, including hands-on setup and prove-out of programs, with demonstrated success machining tight tolerances (± .005" or better, tighter preferred).
• Proficient with CAM packages such as Mastercam, and CAD tools including SolidWorks and Draftsight/AutoCAD
• Multi-axis machining experience including multi-axis mills (3-axis and 5-axis) and CNC lathes (including live tooling and/or mill-turn)

Functional/Technical Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Must have strong understanding of G and M code functions
• Strong understanding of work offsets, tool length offsets, and coordinate system management
• Macro (parametric programming) knowledge
• Demonstrates strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Strong knowledge of GD&T with demonstrated ability to produce prototype parts from blueprint/drawing
• Strong mathematical skills in Trigonometry/geometry
• Must exhibit strong interpersonal and organizational skills, great attention to detail as well as excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Must be able to work with a diverse variety of people from different cultures and backgrounds
• Experience machining advanced materials (ceramics, hardened steels, superalloys) preferred
• Familiarity with probing systems (Renishaw or similar) and in-process measurement (preferred)

Target Hiring Range
Hourly: USD 34.53 - USD 42.27

Actual compensation is commensurate with experience, skills and education. CoorsTek strives to give all qualified applicants equal opportunity and to make selection decisions on job related factors. Do not provide any information on the application which will indicate your race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by law or regulation.

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