CNC Milling Specialist II

DONATELLE PLASTICS LLC; New Brighton (MN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

DONATELLE PLASTICS LLC in New Brighton, MN seeks an experienced CNC Machinist/Programmer to optimize multi-axis milling processes. You will develop efficient methods for tight tolerances, support injection molds, electrodes, fixtures, and related tooling, while training peers and maintaining clean, safe work areas.

Ideal candidates have 10+ years CNC milling experience, a related 18-month diploma, and proven skills with Pro/E, ProMfg, Mastercam, and multiple controls such as Fanuc or Heidenhain.

Qualifications

• Requires 18-month vocational diploma in Machining/Tool, Die and Mold making or equivalent.
• Ten years experience running CNC Milling Machines is preferred.
• Demonstrated expertise in parametric modeling and milling software (ProE, ProMfg, Mastercam) up to 3+2/5-axis.
• Ability to read blue prints and apply geometry and mathematics to tooling and fixtures.

Responsibilities

• Program multi-axis CNC equipment and develop efficient machining methods for close tolerances.
• Investigate and evaluate new CNC equipment technologies for cost-effective production.
• Train other machinists and share CNC best practices within the team.
• Maintain clean, organized tool room and proper paperwork tracking labor costs.
• Ensure safe operation of machines and protect company confidential information.

Skills

Parametric modeling

Milling software

Blueprint reading

Geometry & math

Education

18-month vocational diploma in Machining/Tool, Die and Mold making

10 years CNC milling experience

Tools

Pro/E

ProMfg

Mastercam

Fanuc

Heidenhain

Job description

Technical Support Responsibilities·Program multi-axis CNC equipmento Develop efficient machining methods for close tolerance (e.g. 0.0001”), one-off work supporting injection molds, electrodes, fixtures, etc.o Develop efficient and repeatable machining methods for large scale productiono Evaluate and select most cost effective cutting tools based on machining strategy·Investigate and evaluate new CNC equipment technologies·Act as internal expert resource to other team members regarding CNC machine technology and processes·Operate all machines, manual and CNC, safely in order to build molds, electrodes and·related tooling·Develop the proper sequence necessary to run CNC machines most efficiently·Complete proper paperwork in order to track labor costs in the Tool Room·Identify problems when analyzing drawings and recommend alterations which would create a more cost effective processGeneral Responsibilities·Work with other team members on DPI/DPC projects·Train other machinists by preparing the worker, demonstrating the operation, observing the worker perform the operation, and following up·Maintain clean machines, equipment, and organized work areas·Responsibility to protect Donatelle confidential information and Intellectual Property·Follow safety requirements as outlined in the safety manual·Perform other projects and duties as assignedPreferred Qualifications:Education/Experience:·Eighteen month vocational diploma in Machining-OR-Tool, Die and Mold making·Ten years experience running CNC Milling MachinesOther Qualifications and Desired Skills:·Demonstrated expertise in parametric modeling and milling software such as ProE, ProMfg, and Mastercam up to and including 3+2 and full 5-axis machining·Experience hard milling, including materials to 60 HRc and utilizing micro tooling·Experience with multiple machine controls (e.g. Fanuc, Heidenhain) and the ability to quickly learn new ones·Ability to read and understand blue prints·Fundamental understanding of geometry and mathematics