CNC Programmer

PlayPower, Inc.; Englewood (CO); On-site; USD 34,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

PlayPower, Inc. in Englewood, CO is seeking a CNC Programmer/Operator to program and operate CNC routing equipment, woodworking for custom play elements, and prepare items for fiberglass.

This hands-on role builds and assembles wooden bases and other components to meet customer specifications. Responsibilities include interpreting drawings, setting up machines, producing high-quality parts on schedule, maintaining safety, and collaborating with design and engineering on production details.

Qualifications

• 3+ years working with CNC routers and CAM software.
• Ability to program and operate CNC machines.
• Familiar with cutting tools and methods for machine optimization.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Experience with hand tools and saws.

Responsibilities

• Program and operate the CNC machine to customer orders using drawings and blueprints.
• Produce a high quality replication of shop illustrations.
• Build crates, base platforms and other elements to specs.
• Maintain a clean and safe work area and observe safety practices.
• Keep records of labor time and materials used and meet production schedule.

Skills

CNC routers

CAM software

Programming CNC

CAD/CAM

Education

High School or GED

Tools

AUTOCAD 2008+

CAD/CAM Software (ArtCam)

Job description

The CNC Programmer/Operator will create programs for CNC routing and will do woodworking for custom play elements, as well as create and affix wooden bases to play pieces and prepare items for fiberglass. This job will also perform hands-on work, building custom products from wood, plastics, and various materials utilizing saws, CNC machine and other tools.

Position Location:

Position is onsite in Englewood, CO. Monday through Friday (7AM-3:30PM) and not remote eligible

• Program and operate the CNC machine to the specifications of the customer's order using drawings, work orders, or blueprints to determine the characteristics of the finished item, materials to be used, and machine setup requirements.
• Produce a high quality replication of the shop illustration.
• Program and operate the CNC.
• Build crates, base platforms, rule signs and other elements to specifications.
• Make simple repairs, if required, by using a handheld air or electric grinder.
• Support (hands on as necessary) in production to the specifications of the customer's order using drawings, blueprints and routing instructions to determine the characteristics of the finished item.
• Use, maintain and clean saws, blades, sanders, spray guns, knives, and other equipment as required.
• Maintain records of labor time and materials used, and record appropriately.
• Maintain a clean and safe work area; observe and implement proper safety practices.
• Attend cross-department meetings to collaborate with design and engineering on detail drawings.
• Ensure proper safeguards are used for all aspects of your role.
• Store materials as per industry standards and OSHA recommendations.
• Work independently with little supervision.
• Ensure pieces are built to specs and meet production schedule, and meet quality standards.
• Meet production schedule and quality standards.
• Other duties as assigned.

Preferred Qualifications:

• High School Education or GED
• 3 or more years working with CNC routers and CAM software
• Ability to program and operate CNC machines.
• Familiar with cutting tools and methods for machine optimization.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds.
• A strong understanding and grasp of cutting, sanding, and patterning is required.
• Significant experience and proficiency with hand held cutting tools and table saws is required.
• Ability to understand production drawings, build to specifications, understand and apply safety standards and procedures.
• A working knowledge of AUTOCAD 2008 or higher, CAD/CAM Software (ArtCam is a plus)

Working Conditions:

• Carrying, pushing or pulling parts to area.
• Lifting and bending frequently.
• Steel toed shoes are required at all times when in production area.
• Safety Glasses are required at all times when in production area.
• Hearing protection is required only in specified areas.