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CNC PROGRAMMER

GRAND VALLEY MANUFACTURING COMPANY · Titusville, FL

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Level
Technician
Team
Manufacturing
Degree
Required
Experience asked
3+ years
Industry
Industrial
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The role in 30 seconds

An engineer-level manufacturing role at GRAND VALLEY MANUFACTURING COMPANY (industrial) in Titusville, FL. Prepare 3d Models using SolidWorks for program creation and inspections using customer supplied drawings or CAD models.

They ask for
3+ years · degree required
Tools it names
GD&T, CNC, Machining, Tooling, SolidWorks

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How this role compares

Against 29 other live manufacturing postings in Florida.

Experience asked
Less than usual (3+ vs 4+)

Similar roles usually ask 4+ years.

Skills these teams ask for most

  • ✓ CNC 70%
  • ✓ Tooling 63%
  • ✓ Machining 60%
  • Team leadership 47%
  • ✓ GD&T 40%

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It asks for 3+ years. If you're close, apply anyway: requirements are a wish list. Talk to someone on the team first.

At a glance

Lifts up to 25 lbs

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Full description from GRAND VALLEY MANUFACTURING COMPANYAs posted on their careers site.Show

Responsibilities

  • ◆Prepare 3d Models using SolidWorks for program creation and inspections using customer supplied drawings or CAD models.
  • ◆Create 3D stock Models in SolidWorks by measuring customer supplied incoming materials.
  • ◆Work with plant managers to develop a tooling plan for upcoming jobs, and procure tooling as needed by obtaining quotes and writing required purchase orders.
  • ◆Program and simulate toolpaths for parts using Esprit CAM software being sure to fully communicate all required checkpoints to the operator using the programming interface.
  • ◆Generate CNC code from CAM software, then review and troubleshoot the G code to ensure accuracy and that all necessary notes and comments are added.
  • ◆Capable of working with operators on the shop floor to complete the first run of programs and accommodate change requests as needed for the G code programs.
  • ◆Knowledge of lathe and mill operations, with a drive to continually learn new machine capabilities
  • ◆Prepare manufacturing process plans, as needed
  • ◆Design, create, and modify jigs, fixtures, and tooling as needed.
  • ◆Propensity to research new and innovative tooling that could optimize jobs on the shop floor.
  • ◆Assist shop floors in multiple plants in machine set-up and process troubleshooting.
  • ◆Research and act as a technical support for the purchase of additional equipment and/or software.
  • ◆Participate in pre-production planning and project management, as needed.
  • ◆Understand machine set-up/processes including tooling and machine speeds and feeds.
  • ◆Proactively participate in process improvement to maximize production.
  • ◆Able to read and understand CNC G-code language, blueprints, and GD&T.

Duties may be changed, or additional duties assigned. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The

requirements

listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Requirements

  • ✓Associate's degree in CNC programing with three to five years' experience of programming in a manufacturing setting, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • ✓Proficient in CAM software and 3D modeling (SolidWorks and Esprit software experience a plus).
  • ✓Experience operating a CNC machine is a plus.
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The CNC Programmer will be responsible for developing programs to be used in multiple types of milling and turning machines to maximize production efficiencies and minimize cost and waste.

Role and

Preferred Skills

  • +Proficient in Microsoft Office with an emphasis in Excel.
  • +Working Knowledge of Adobe Acrobat and PDF creation
  • +Able to think critically, conceptually, and analytical to proactively solve problems
  • +Excellent communication skills; Must be able to read, write, and comprehend instructions.
  • +Must be able to convey detailed/complex information in written or verbal format.
  • +Excellent mathematical skills, with an emphasis in geometry and trigonometry.
  • +Mechanical and technical knowledge of machining equipment.
  • +Strong organizational skills, with the ability to perform multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment, consistently meeting deadlines with accurate and detailed results.
  • +Able to work as part of a team.

Physical Demands and Working Environment

The physical demands and working environment described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be exposed to moving mechanical parts in manufacturing areas and will be required to wear safety glasses, safety toed shoes and other PPE as designated. The noise environment in manufacturing can be loud at times.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required sit for extended periods of time; stand and walk in a manufacturing setting; lift up to 25 pounds; use hands for fine motor tasks; perform light physical activity moving around a manufacturing facility.

Monday - Friday; 8am - 5pm with 1 hour unpaid lunch

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