CNC Programmer

Viant Medical Inc.; Fort Wayne (IN); Presencial; USD 60.000 - 90.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Viant Medical Inc. in Fort Wayne, IN seeks a CNC Programmer to program, improve, and support 5-axis milling or mill/turn machining. You will work in a team to develop CNC programs and assist with design for manufacturing during new product launches and process improvements.

You’ll collaborate with engineers and machinists, train associates, and help drive quality and efficiency through continuous improvement while complying with FDA and QMS requirements.

Formación

• 3+ years of CNC programming experience or Associate’s degree in technical field with 1-2 years of CNC programming experience.
• Experience with 5-axis milling or mill/turn is preferred.
• Experience with 3-4 axis machining and wire-EDM is a plus.

Responsabilidades

• Develops, documents, and validates CNC programs for CNC equipment.
• Support 5-axis machines or mill/turn centers; 3-4 axis experience acceptable.
• Work with CNC programmers to support Mill-Turns, Lathes, Swiss Lathes, Wire EDMs.
• Pursue process improvements to increase capability and reduce cycle time.
• Train or assist associates on equipment and related operations.
• Adhere to QMS, EMS, FDA regulations and company policies.

Conocimientos

CNC programming

Reading blueprints

GD&T knowledge

Team collaboration

Educación

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate's degree in technical field preferred

Herramientas

Mastercam

Partmaker

Vericut

Camplete

Descripción del empleo

The primary purpose of this job is to program, improve and support CNC 5-axis or mill/turn machining activities in a team environment to support the growth of our facility. Additionally, this position provides input to assist design for manufacturing during new product launches and process improvement activities.

Responsibilities

• Develops, documents, and validates CNC programs for CNC equipment.
• This posting is specifically to support 5-axis machines or mill/turn machining centers. 3 and 4 axis machining experience and wire-EDM are also preferred but not required.
• Works with a team of CNC programmers to support Mill-Turns (Mazak and Nakamura), 3-5 Axis Mills, Chucker Lathes, Swiss Lathes, Wire EDMs, Auto Laser Welding, Laser Etch, and automation support.
• Continually seek process improvements include increasing capability, tooling cost reductions, and cycle time reductions.
• Troubleshoots and corrects problems in a timely manner.
• Supports continuous improvement activities to increase quality, delivery, cost, safety and morale. Involved with complex technical projects to meet project requirements within designated timeframe.
• Develops specifications and research sources for equipment/components to meet customer requirements.
• Works with setup Associates to prove out programs and optimize machining techniques.
• Identifies, develops, and implements new technology or improvements to existing technology. Prioritizes and follows up on production support projects based on overall need and schedule requirements.
• Trains or assist associates on equipment and related operations including specialized set up, work instructions, and reading print specifications.
• Adheres to Viant’s Core Beliefs and all safety and quality requirements including but not limited to: Quality Management Systems (QMS), Environmental Management Systems (EMS), U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regulations, Company policies and operating procedures, and other regulatory requirements.
• Performs other functions as required.
• Operate with a positive attitude and an improvement mindset always looking for new and creative ways to improve processes.
• Communicate effectively with engineering, machinists, and leadership to ensure plans are fully supported and executed to schedule.
• Understand the ‘larger picture’ and set priorities accordingly while aligning with leadership and the programming team.
• All other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Education/Certification: High school diploma or equivalent required. Associate’s degree in technical field preferred.
• Experience: 3+ years of CNC programming experience or Associate’s degree in technical field with 1-2 years of CNC programming experience. Experience programming: 5-axis milling or mill/turn experience preferred

Skills/Competencies

• Capable of creating programs for machines utilizing provided software.
• Ability to read and develop technical drawings, models, and prints.
• Computer operation skills. Proficient at reading and interpreting blueprints.
• Knowledge of GD&T. Strong decision making and problem-solving skills.

Physical Requirements

• Light work: Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or lift, carry, push, pull, or move objects.
• Visual Acuity: N/A

Travel: Rare

Equipment Used

• 3-5 Axis Mills (Haas, Mori, Mikron, Matsuura, Makino)
• Mill/Turn Machining Centers (Mazak, Mori DMG)
• Wire EDMs (Fanuc)
• Auto Laser Welding
• Laser Etch, and automation support.
• Programming is done with Mastercam and Partmaker. Mill simulations completed with Vericut and Camplete.