CNC Programmer

Belcan; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Belcan in Irvine, CA seeks an experienced CNC Programmer to create, modify, and optimize programs for mills and lathes using Esprit Cam. You will be responsible for setup planning, tooling lists, and process parameters to support first article runs and production stability.

The role requires ESprit Cam and mill programming experience, familiarity with NC programming principles, and a background in aerospace or precision manufacturing.

Qualifications

• Completion of related trade school program or AA or equivalent training.
• Experience in NC programming preferred (2+ years at NC Programmer level).
• Knowledge of NC programming principles and tooling.

Responsibilities

• Create, modify, and optimize CNC programs for mills and lathes.
• Prepare setup sheets and tool lists for production.
• Support operators during first article runs and process stabilization.
• Analyze proposed changes and contribute to continuous improvement.
• Maintain technical knowledge with workshops and publications.
• Cross-functional tasks as needed.

Skills

CNC programming concepts

Mill programming

Esprit Cam knowledge

Education

Trade school / AA or equivalent

Tools

Esprit Cam

Mastercam

Job description

There are two things that are non-negotiable from this job posting

1) Experience with Esprit programming software

2) Experience with mill programming

Essential Functions:

Provides programming support for machining parts & tools on numerically controlled machines by suggesting/ implementing program edit or re-wright of machine instruction.

1. Create, modify, and optimize CNC programs for mills and lathes using Esprit Cam software

2. Create part setup, fixturing, machining strategy, order of operations, tool selection, speed/feed process parameter selections, etc. for new products.

3. Show location of reference points and direction of cutting paths by preparing set up sheets and tool lists

4. Suggest / Implement existing part programs for program improvement. Revise program(s) to eliminate omissions or errors.

5. Support operators during first article runs and process stabilization.

6. Analyze proposed changes in methods and materials and contribute to continuous improvement and key lean manufacturing / production activities

7. Maintains technical knowledge by attending workshops and reviewing technical publications

8. Support the team by accomplishing related tasks as needed. Work assignments may include cross-functional responsibilities.

Qualification:

Education and Experience

Completion of related trade school program, AA, or equivalent external / internal training and exposure to NC Programming. Demonstrated ability to perform the essential functions of the job typically acquired through previous technical or production experience and or two years’ experience at the NC Programmer level is preferred.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge and proficiency in key numerical control programming principles, concepts, and techniques.
• Fundamental knowledge of CNC programming language including Esprit Cam or Mastercam.
• Knowledge of N/C tooling, proper speeds and feeds for the material to be machined and proper machine sequences.
• General knowledge of aerospace industry and machine shop operations.
• Ability to effectively apply continuous improvement methods to manufacturing functions (e.g. process mapping, design‐to production automation).
• Ability to research and analyze data and develop recommendations or resolve problems.
• Ability to work with only general work direction and instructions regarding the scope of assignments, determine priority and order of assignments.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret technical manuals.
• May require ability to use standard business software applications and/or specialized design, data analysis, or database tools.
• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
• Ability to effectively demonstrate team member competencies and participate in goal setting, performance feedback, and self-development activities.