Actalent - Grandview, MO
posted 9 days ago
Full-time - Mid Level
Grandview, MO
10,001+ employees
Administrative and Support Services
About the position
The Lathe Programmer position at Actalent involves developing CNC lathe programs using MasterCam for various machines, including three, four, and five-axis systems. The role requires leading other operators, ensuring high-quality standards throughout the production process, and performing preventative maintenance on machines. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience with Miyano lathes and Fanuc Control, along with a strong background in CNC programming and operations.
Responsibilities
- Develop CNC lathe programs using Mastercam for three, four, and five-axis machines.
- Efficiently set up and run CNC lathes, ensuring high-quality parts from initial to final inspection.
- Use and read precision measuring devices such as calipers and micrometers.
- Determine the sequence of machine operations and select proper cutting tools.
- Analyze job orders, drawings, blueprints, specifications, and design data to calculate dimensions, tool selection, machine speeds, and feed rates.
- Observe machines on trial runs or conduct computer simulations to ensure proper function and specification compliance.
- Modify existing programs to enhance efficiency.
- Perform preventative maintenance or minor repairs on machines.
Requirements
- Proficiency in Mastercam programming.
- Ability to read blueprints and program from scratch.
- Experience with CNC lathe operations.
- Ability to revise existing programs and perform machining tasks.
Nice-to-haves
- Experience programming with Miyano lathes and Fanuc Control.
- 5+ years of experience programming, setting up, and operating live-tooling lathes using Mastercam.
- Leadership experience, ideally in guiding or leading a team.
