CNC Programmer (Makino, Metal Max, Mastercam, Vericut)

Summary: The Programmer will review customer blueprints CAD models design/create CAM programs for 345 axis mills.  Also needs to verify and optimize the CNC programs design work fixtures as needed.   Programmer will interpret customer blueprints provide timing analysis for quotation and create programs for complex parts utilizing software some of all of MasterCam CATIA Volumill  and Vericut.

Must have experience with:

• Makino w/ Pro 600 controller experience
• Metal Max tap testing experience
• Mastercam experience
• Vericut experience

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following.  Other duties may be assigned.

• Tool and fixture design and implementation
• Engineering and customer-furnished document interpretation
• Numerical control programming and control
• Check part models for conformity to specified dimensions and tolerances. Recognize improper machine functioning or cutting tool action and take corrective action.
• Analyzes operational data submitted by engineers or when so directed utilizes documented standard data as it applies to organize machine operational methods.
• Aligns and translates operations tooling identification indexing sequences speeds and feeds to conform to prescribed engineering data.
• Prepares instructions for machine operators. Make good set-up sheets.
• Documents and establishes standards and modifies adjusts and corrects existing standards to incorporate engineering changes.
• Supports operators with fact finding and troubleshooting methods. Work well with machinists.
• Communicates with all necessary departments to assure the most economical manufacturing process per the Companys current capabilities and procedures.
• Organizes daily the CNC Protected programming files for proper retrieval and retention.
• Demonstrates knowledge of and maintains compliance with customer specifications as well as internal policies and procedures.
• Will work with the Engineering Department in the development of part programs. coordinate tooling design and production part programs with the Program Manager Shop Personnel and Quality Department. 
• Utilize machine tool simulation to detect all machine components for near-misses and collisions.
• Improve total cycle times using high-speed continuous motion program.

Qualifications :

Must have experience with the following:

• Makino w/ Pro 600 controller experience
• Metal Max tap testing experience
• Mastercam experience
• Vericut experience

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent  
• Minimum 5  years experience programming in Mastercam prefered.  CATIA a PLUS

Physical Demands

Majority of time is in a sitting position in front of a computer with extensive use of keyboard and mouse while completing tasks or in meetings. Occasionally lifting and/or moving of objects up to 50 pounds.  Working on the shop floor to resolve issues.

Additional Information :

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Fort Walton Machining Inc. is a drug-free workplace. Testing for illegal drugs is required prior to hire and may be conducted periodically during employment.

Reasonable Accommodation: Fort Walton Machining Inc. will provide reasonable accommodation to all applicants and employees. If you need an accommodation to complete the application process please contact Dan Bowman at .

Equal Employment Opportunity: Fort Walton Machining Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin age marital status citizenship status disability protected veteran status or any other legally protected status. We prohibit discrimination in all aspects of employment including recruitment hiring compensation benefits training promotions and termination.

We comply with all applicable laws and regulations including but not limited to Title VI and Title VII of the Civil Rights Act the Vietnam Era Veterans Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRAA) Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time