CNC Programmer 1 - First Shift

$48,360 - $72,280/Yr

Precision Castparts - Gardena, CA

Full-time - Mid Level

Gardena, CA

10,001+ employees

Primary Metal Manufacturing

About the position

Precision Castparts Corp. (PCC) is seeking a highly skilled Computer Numerical Control (CNC) Programmer to join our team at Permaswage in Gardena, California. This position is critical in leading our CNC programming team and driving continuous improvement initiatives within our manufacturing processes. The CNC Programmer will be responsible for programming various CNC machines, ensuring that our production equipment operates efficiently and effectively. The primary materials to be machined include aluminum, steel, and titanium, utilizing advanced control systems such as FANUC, Siemens, and OSP. The CNC Programmer will work with a variety of CNC machines, including 58 Okuma, 16 Nakamura, 12 Hardinge, and 10 Index machines, along with robots that are currently in use and those planned for future implementation. In this role, the CNC Programmer will perform programming for most production equipment by translating product design criteria into machine requirements. This includes developing complex or revising non-standard CNC programs for CNC lathe, mill, or electrical discharge machines, with a focus on machining operations in three axes simultaneously. The programmer will utilize software tools such as SolidWorks, ESPRIT, Delcam, and Vericut to model components and program CNC machines, aiming to minimize crashes, scraps, and downtime while enhancing overall machine productivity. Additionally, the CNC Programmer will be responsible for designing fixtures, tools, jigs, and special equipment for CNC applications. They will conduct tooling and program design reviews to simplify tooling methods, reduce costs, and cycle times while increasing first-pass yield. The role also involves preparing shop process manuals and supervising the process validation portion of new programs. Training operators on new CNC equipment and programs is another key responsibility, along with effective communication with manufacturing engineers, development engineering, plant personnel, and external stakeholders. The CNC Programmer will lead efforts with new machines and software, ensuring proper development, implementation, and documentation within the department. A continuous improvement mindset is essential for enhancing current and future CNC programs and processes.

Responsibilities

• Perform CNC programming for most production equipment within the company's production facilities by transferring product design criteria into machine requirements.
• Develop complex or revise non-standard CNC programs for CNC lathe, mill or electrical discharge machines, including machining operations in three axes simultaneously.
• Use SolidWorks, ESPRIT, Delcam and Vericut to model components and program CNC machines with a goal of minimizing crashes, scraps and down time while improving overall machine productivity.
• Design fixtures, tools, jigs, and special equipment for CNC applications.
• Conduct tooling and program design reviews to simplify tooling methods, reduce cost and cycle times while increasing first pass yield.
• Prepare shop process manuals and supervise the process validation portion of new programs.
• Assist in the training of operators on new CNC equipment and programs.
• Communicate effectively with the manufacturing engineers, development engineering, plant personnel, and individuals outside the company.
• Lead efforts with new machines/software and the development, implementation and documentation within department.
• Review all defects caused by the machining process to develop corrective actions, then execute on these corrective actions to improve quality and safety.
• Maintain a continuous improvement attitude for all current and future CNC programs and processes.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or equivalent.
• Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in an aerospace or automotive manufacturing environment.
• Knowledge of manufacturing software.
• Skills in SolidWorks, ESPRIT, Delcam and Vericut would be a major bonus.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word and PowerPoint.

Benefits

• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Paid holidays
• 401(k) plan
• Quarterly Cash Bonus Plan
• Long-Term Incentive Program
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance