CNC Programmer/ Set Up Technician/ Machinist

Lamjen Inc.; Erie (Erie County); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A manufacturing company in Erie, PA, is seeking a CNC Programmer/Set Up Technician/Machinist for 1st shift openings. This role involves programming and operating CNC machines, as well as maintaining safety protocols and conducting inspections. The ideal candidate should be proficient in reading blueprints and performing mathematical calculations related to machining operations. The position offers a chance to contribute to high-level and complex work assignments.

Qualifications

• Proficient in setting up, operating, and programming CNC machines.
• Ability to read and interpret technical documents and blueprints.
• Capable of calculating machining requirements using math and geometry.

Responsibilities

• Program, set up, and operate CNC machinery.
• Select and secure holding fixtures and cutting tools.
• Conduct inspections of equipment and tools for maintenance.

Skills

CNC programming

Machining expertise

Mathematical calculations

Blueprint reading

Job description

Overview

Lamjen, Inc. is currently seeking 1st shift openings for a CNC Programmer/ Set Up Technician/ Machinist: Provide programming and machining expertise in support of customer requests. Program, set up and operate machinery for the fabrication of parts. Work assignments are varied and of the highest level of scope and complexity.

Requirements

Set-up, operate, and program CNC machines, including zero and reference points; setting tool registers, offsets, compensation, and conditional switches; calculating requirements, including basic math, geometry, and trigonometry; proving part programs.

Read blueprints, sketches, drawings, manuals, specifications, or sample part to determine dimensions and tolerances of finished work piece, sequence of operations, and setup requirements.

Select, align, and secure holding fixtures, cutting tools, attachments, accessories, and materials on machines such as mills, lathes, and grinders.

Calculate and set controls to regulate machining factors such as speed, feed, and depth and angle of cut, or enters commands to retrieve, input, or edit computerized machine control media.

Make mechanical and/or program adjustments to ensure parts are meeting quantity and quality requirements.

Stop machines to remove finished work pieces or to change tooling, setup, or work piece placement, according to required machining sequences.

Conduct periodic inspections to ensure equipment and tools are in good working order and available for use when required.

Maintains safe operations by adhering to safety procedures and regulations.

Update job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities; reading technical publications.

Perform all other duties as assigned.