CNC Laser & Fixture Technician

Barry-Wehmiller Companies Inc.; Sleepy Eye (MN); On-site; USD 41,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

401k with company match

Job summary

Afinitas seeks a hands-on CNC programmer/technician to support laser and break department operations in Sleepy Eye, MN. You will schedule nesting, perform initial programming, and mentor new hires while maintaining safety and quality standards.

The role requires 5+ years of CNC programming, experience with Trumpf equipment, and the ability to read blueprints. The company offers competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and growth within Barry-Wehmiller’s network.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of CNC programming experience.
• 1+ years of laser and press brake experience minimum, 3yr preferred.
• 1+ years of experience with part nesting software and/or work order management for CNC work centers, 2yrs preferred.
• 2+ yrs experience with Jig/Fixture design.
• Basic knowledge or ability to learn PLC programming.
• Experience/knowledge in the basic of Laser and Brake operation, maintenance and troubleshooting.
• Knowledge of Trumpf Equipment and Software a plus.
• Ability to understand and interpret moderately complex blueprints, specifications, and machined part prints.
• Strong verbal and written interpersonal/communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Support CNC manufacturing operations hands-on.
• Schedule and nesting of the laser system as well as first level programing and maintenance tasks.
• Provide technical direction and support for all shifts for all the Laser and Break Department to include interactions with Engineering and equipment vendors on Nesting, programming, maintenance and troubleshooting.
• Provide Jig/Fixture new build and Maintenance support for full site.
• Set up and operate Trumpf Fiber Laser and Trumpf Press Brake.
• Interpret moderately complex drawings, route sheets, specifications, and instructions to determine methods and techniques to be applied.
• Drafts detail drawing or sketch for drafting room completion or to request parts fabrication by site.
• Prepares parts sketches and writes work orders and purchase requests to be furnished by outside contractors.
• Be on forefront of consumables replacement and maintenance of key equipment (Laser/Brake/QRE).
• Calculate dimensions and tolerances using knowledge of mathematics and instruments such as micrometers and calipers.
• Ability to lead, guide, and mentor new hires and training in this area.
• Operation of light, medium, and heavy equipment including fork truck, front end loader and skid loader.
• Measure, examine, and test completed units to detect defects and ensure conformance to specifications using precision instruments such as micrometers.
• Detect defective material, unusual conditions or operating difficulties and report to the leader describing them in accurate detail to ensure proper corrective actions.
• Complete necessary documentation to ensure quality and production requirements.
• Actively participate in team meetings to communicate and help resolve any cost, quality, or production issues; understand and apply engineering change request process.
• Perform all work in accordance with established safety procedures.
• Maintain equipment and work area in a clean, orderly, and safe condition.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

CNC programming

Laser/Brake operation

Blueprint interpretation

Mentoring/new hires

Safety procedures

Tools

Trumpf Equipment

Trumpf Software

Nesting software

Work order management

Job description

Afinitas seeks a hands-on CNC programmer/technician to support laser and break department operations in Sleepy Eye, MN. You will schedule nesting, perform initial programming, and mentor new hires while maintaining safety and quality standards.

The role requires 5+ years of CNC programming, experience with Trumpf equipment, and the ability to read blueprints. The company offers competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and growth within Barry-Wehmiller’s network.