CNC Programmer II

Woodward, Inc.; Niles (IL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Woodward, Inc. is seeking a CNC Programmer II in a dynamic environment focused on energy control solutions. The role involves creating and modifying CNC programs and ensuring production quality in a diverse machine shop. Ideal candidates will have 2+ years of CNC programming experience and a solid grasp of machining practices. The position offers competitive pay, benefits, and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

401(k) match (4.5%)

Annual cash bonus opportunity

Tuition reimbursement

Industry leading medical, dental, and vision Insurance

12 paid holidays

Vacation / Sick Time benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Member referral bonus

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience with CNC Programming required.
• Solid knowledge of CNC machine operations and controls.
• Experience with CAD/CAM software preferred.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for programming multi-axis CNC machines.
• Create and modify CNC programs using CAM software.
• Support design reviews and make manufacturability recommendations.

Skills

CNC Programming

Machine Operations

Tool Knowledge

CAD/CAM Software

Print Reading

Geometric Dimensioning

Mathematics

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

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Woodward is committed to creating a great workplace for all team members. Our company and its members are committed to acting with integrity, being respectful and accountable to one another, and staying humble and driven, while maintaining the highest professional and ethical standards.

We are steadfastly committed to attracting the best talent across our communities creating a rewarding workplace. Together we are fulfilling our purpose to design and deliver energy control solutions our partners count on to power a clean future.

Woodward supports our members’ wellbeing and regularly benchmarks with other companies in our industry to offer an extensive Total Reward package for this position. Salary will be determined by the applicant's education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data.

• Shift: 10:00 am - 6:00 pm Monday-Friday
• Estimated annual base pay:
• Level II: $27.15-$40.73 hourly
• 5% shift differential
• All members included in annual cash bonus opportunity
• 401(k) match (4.5%)
• Annual Woodward stock contribution (5%)
• Tuition reimbursement and Training/Professional Development opportunities for all members
• 12 paid holidays, including floating holidays
• Industry leading medical, dental, and vision Insurance upon date of hire
• Vacation / Sick Time / Vacation Buy-up / Short Term Disability / Bereavement leave
• Adoption Assistance
• Employee Assistance Program, including mental health benefits
• Member Life & AD&D / Long Term Disability / Member Optional Life
• Member referral bonus
• Spouse / Child Optional Life / Optional AD&D / Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending
• Voluntary benefits, including:
• Home / Auto Insurance discounts
• Whole Life Insurance / Critical Illness Insurance / Legal Assistance / Military Leave
  

Are you ready to make your mark? If you are interested in becoming a CNC Programmer at Woodward, we have an exciting opportunity for you!

The CNC Programmer is responsible for programming multi-axis CNC machines to produce moderate to complex components in a large, diverse machine shop with high mix, low volume production rates.

What you will be doing...

• Create and modify simple to moderate complexity CNC programs using CAM software
• Edit existing programs to improve efficiency in cycle time and tool life
• Observe and troubleshoot machine first-runs to ensure program quality and robustness
• Support design reviews on part drawings and models for part manufacturability during development
• Make recommendations to improve part manufacturability
• Research and select proper CNC cutting tools based on the materials being used, surface finish requirements and tolerances.
• Create and maintain cutting tool packages
• Mentor and provide guidance to Level I CNC Programmers
  
  

What we are looking for...

• High school diploma or GED
• 2+ years of experience with CNC Programming
• Solid knowledge of CNC machine operations including setup, programming and controls
• Solid knowledge of cutting tools, tool holders and workpiece clamping devices
• Solid knowledge of CAD/CAM software
• Solid knowledge of print reading
• Solid knowledge of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) including the ability to interpret tolerances on prints
• Solid knowledge of materials
• Solid knowledge of inspection equipment and gages
• Solid understanding of manual and CNC equipment
• Solid math skills (including fractions, decimals, arithmetic computations, material removal rates, trigonometry)
  
  

This position requires use of information which is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and the Export Administration Regulations (EAR). All applicants must be U.S. persons within the meaning of ITAR and EAR, or possess all required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State Department and the U.S. Department of Commerce. ITAR defines a U.S. person as a U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e. 'Green Card Holder'), Political Asylee, or Refugee.

Woodward is an Equal Opportunity Employer

EO/AA/M/F/Disabled/Protected Veterans

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Engineering and Information Technology

• Industries

  Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing

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