CNC Prototyping & Setup Technician

FORCE America; Manitowoc (WI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

FORCE America is seeking a CNC Set Up Technician to oversee prototype processes and machine functions for completing the machining sequence. You will set up fixtures, load tooling, and prove-out programs on prototypes and process changes, while ensuring conformance to specifications.

Collaborate with programmers to update tooling and programs, troubleshoot issues, and perform routine machine maintenance. Strong blueprints/schematics review is required; two to five years of hands-on CNC

Qualifications

• Associate degree or Certification in CNC programming preferred or equivalent combination of years of experience and education.
• 2 or more years developing cam systems for implementation of EIA and macro programs.
• 2-5 years of hands-on experience with machining, tooling capability, able to set up, edit, trouble shoot, and operate multiple CNC controls.
• Ability to review and update blueprints and/or schematics.

Responsibilities

• Set up fixtures and add new tooling to machines where needed.
• Prove-out programs and tooling on Prototypes, ECRs and Process changes.
• Perform FARs for all Prove-outs.
• Update process and Master Process sheets accordingly.
• Collaborate with programmers on edit changes to ensure Cribmaster cycles and tool files are accurate.
• Identify, troubleshoot, and resolve programming and in-process issues.
• Perform process rework and repairs to products as needed.
• Review blueprints and schematics for prototypes and processes.
• Set up machines and oversight of machines while operating.
• Prepare fixtures and tools; mount and align tooling on machines.
• Verify setup meets quality specifications.
• Load or develop programs in machine controller; complete setup sheets for new parts.
• Start machine and monitor operation; gauge parts for conformance.

Skills

CNC programming

machining

setup

Education

Associate degree or CNC programming certification

Tools

CAM systems

Macro programs

Job description

FORCE America is seeking a CNC Set Up Technician to oversee prototype processes and machine functions for completing the machining sequence. You will set up fixtures, load tooling, and prove-out programs on prototypes and process changes, while ensuring conformance to specifications.

Collaborate with programmers to update tooling and programs, troubleshoot issues, and perform routine machine maintenance. Strong blueprints/schematics review is required; two to five years of hands-on CNC