Job Description
The Senior CNC Programmer is responsible for managing and leading CNC programming, editing, and setting up all types of reductive type numerical controlled machines.
ResponsibilitiesProgram CNC lathes; 3, 4, and 5 axis horizontal and vertical mills.Ensure comprehensive blueprint interpretation of customers' part quality intent and full competence with ASME Y14.5 Dimensioning and Tolerancing.Utilize experience with airfoil GD&T and datum alignment via complex surfaces.Write instructions and technical specifications for production machinist’s use in setup, total productive maintenance, basic troubleshooting, and best machining practices.Perform mathematical calculations to convert from part origin to feature-based origins for programming CNC’s to ensure all part quality requirements on the drawing are met.Write development programs and modify existing released production programs for root cause and corrective action as well as increased efficiency while meeting AS9100 software control requirements.Select spindle speeds, table or machine head feeds, cutting tool types, and cutting tool coatings for programs optimal for cutting all mold tooling metals and carbon composite materials.Identify and implement improvements to set up (alignment, part setup, fixturing, part probing) to reduce time.Utilize experience with probe programming using Renishaw probes and macros of all fixture and part features to enable feature manipulation.Perform adaptive machining on composite parts with complex contours.Collaborate and participate in all PDR and CDR machined part designs from engineering to validate their functions and ensure their success in increasing efficiency.Define and develop best practices for taking measurements on fixtures, detecting machine system malfunctions, troubleshooting processes, adjusting and re-programming controls, adhering to quality assurance procedures and processes.Verify settings by measuring positions, first-run part, and sample workpieces; adhering to international standards for commissioning new fixtures and machines.Develop fixture design.Essential SkillsExperience with FANUC, Siemens NX, CNC Programming, Surfcam or Mastercam.Proficiency in programming 3, 4, and 5 axis machines.Strong understanding of ASME Y14.5 Dimensioning and Tolerancing.Experience with airfoil GD&T and datum alignment via complex surfaces.Fluency in mathematical calculations for programming CNC’s.Ability to write development and modification programs meeting AS9100 software control requirements.Knowledge of cutting tool types and coatings.Experience with Renishaw probes and macros.Adaptive machining on composite parts.Additional Skills & QualificationsManufacturing Degree preferred.Work Environment
The work environment includes a well-equipped manufacturing facility with advanced CNC machines. Operators and programmers are expected to work in a collaborative setting, often interfacing with engineering to validate designs and improve efficiency. The facility follows international standards for commissioning new fixtures and machines, ensuring a high-quality work output. The dress code is generally casual, with appropriate safety gear required while operating machinery.
About Actalent
Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.
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