CNC Programmer
Epiroc · Portland, TN
- Level
- Technician
- Team
- Manufacturing
- Degree
- Required (or equivalent experience)
- Experience asked
- 3+ years
- Industry
- Industrial
- Posted
- Recently
The role in 30 seconds
An engineer-level manufacturing role at Epiroc (industrial) in Portland, TN. , or qualifications associated with the job.
- They ask for
- 3+ years · degree required (or equivalent experience)
- Tools it names
- Lean, Root cause, GD&T, Validation (IQ/OQ/PQ), Automation, CNC
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How this role compares
Against 28 other live manufacturing postings in Tennessee.
- Experience asked
- Less than usual (3+ vs 5+)
Similar roles usually ask 5+ years.
Skills these teams ask for most
- ✓ Tooling 52%
- Team leadership 48%
- ✓ Lean 28%
- ✓ CNC 28%
- Welding 24%
- ✓ Machining 24%
✓ = this posting asks for it too. % = share of similar postings that mention it.
Stands out: this posting asks for GD&T, Automation, New product launch, CATIA / NX, which few similar roles mention. If you have it, lead with it.
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- What does a normal week look like on your team?
- Is the work mostly new product launches or sustaining existing lines?
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Full description from EpirocAs posted on their careers site.ShowHide
Responsibilities
- ◆Create, modify, and optimize CNC programs for multi-axis mills, lathes, and other CNC equipment.
- ◆Develop machining strategies to improve cycle times, tool life, and product quality
- ◆Select appropriate cutting tools, workholding fixtures, and machining parameters.
- ◆Verify program accuracy through simulation, prove-outs, and production validation.
- ◆Generate and maintain setup sheets, tooling lists, work instructions, and process documentation
- ◆Work with manufacturing engineers and design engineers to ensure design for manufacturability (DFM) has been incorporated
- ◆Troubleshoot machining and programming issues on the production floor and assist with root cause analysis activities with multiple departments
- ◆Support first-article inspections and production launches.
- ◆Collaborate with Manufacturing Engineering to improve processes, reduce costs, and increase throughput.
- ◆Continuously improve the quality of manufacturing processes
- ◆Maintain revision control of CNC programs and manufacturing documentation.
- ◆Participate in lean manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives.
- ◆Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and company standards
- ◆Stay up to date with industry trends and technologies
Knowledge/Education
- ✓Associate degree in Manufacturing Technology, Machining, Engineering Technology, or equivalent experience
- ✓3+ years of CNC programming experience in a manufacturing environment
- ✓Proficiency with CAM software such as MasterCAM, Fusion 360, Esprit, NX, SmartCAM, or similar platforms. Experience with MasterCAM preferred but not required.
- ✓Strong understanding of CNC machining principles
- ✓Knowledge of cutting tools, feeds and speeds, and workholding methods
qualifications
associated with the job. Employees are held accountable for all duties of the job.
About us.
Epiroc is a global productivity partner for mining & construction customers and accelerates the transformation toward a sustainable society. With ground-breaking technology, we develop and provide innovative and safe equipment, such as drill rigs, rock excavation and construction equipment and tools for surface and underground applications. We also offer world-class service and other aftermarket support as well as solutions for automation, digitalization and electrification. Our global headquarters is based in Stockholm, Sweden and we have around 18,000 passionate employees supporting and collaborating with customers in over 150 countries around the world. Learn more at epirocgroup.com.
As a leading global manufacturer of industrial tools and attachments, our premium brands include Paladin, LaBounty, Pengo, Dubuis, and STANLEY which offer premier equipment and services in more than 200 product categories.
We succeed in our core business because we are passionate innovators with courage to change. With collaboration and mutual confidence, teams and individuals trust and support each other’s abilities to offer solutions. Together, we lead the way to make mining and construction more sustainable.
Epiroc offers rewarding experiences and professional growth opportunities.
- ✓Benefits eligibility begins the 1st of the month after start date
- ✓Health care eligibility - including medical, dental, vision, prescription and telemedicine
- ✓Wellness program
- ✓Short and long-term disability insurance
- ✓Life and AD&D insurance
- ✓Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) and Health Savings Account (HSA)
- ✓Employee Assistance Program
- ✓401(k) plan
- ✓Direct dep
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United. Inspired.
Performance unites us, innovation inspires us, and commitment drives us to keep moving forward.
All new thinkers are welcome.
We are looking for candidates who want to develop, grow, and dare to think new. Innovation is an important part of our DNA. If you appreciate an environment where you get to think new and constantly evolve, you will thrive here.
Join Our Team as a CNC Programmer at Epiroc!
Be a part of a growing team and help us develop new products and improve our manufacturing processes. We are seeking a CNC Programmer to develop, optimize, and maintain CNC programs for our machining operations while supporting production, quality, and continuous improvement initiatives. This role works closely with manufacturing engineers, machinists, quality assurance, and shop leads to ensure products are manufactured safely, efficiently, and to specification. Although we highly value experience, we are interested in all candidates who have the desire to learn, grow, and help improve our manufacturing. If you are a programmer who can be self-directed and take initiative, this will be a great opportunity to join a fast-paced and growing operation.
Work Type: Onsite—
This position will be based onsite at our Milwaukie, OR facility. This job opening is not eligible for immigration/work visa sponsorship
Shift Timings
Dayshift; Monday to Friday
Skills and Abilities
- •Experience with G-code programming and machine setup
- •Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and understand GD&T
- •Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills
- •Excellent communication and teamwork abilities
- •Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities
- •Experience programming 4-axis, 5-axis, mill-turn, and lathe CNC machines
- •Familiarity with on-machine probe programming for setup/inspection is preferred but not required, with familiarity with auto comp a plus
- •Experience working with redundant tooling macros and tool assembly libraries
- •3D CAD modeling experience and knowledge of Creo are a plus but not required
- •Ability to self-direct work and take initiative
- •Attention to detail is required
Note: This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or
