CNC Set-Up/Programmer 2nd Shift

Finn-Kool; Beloit (KS); On-site; USD 40,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Finn-Kool in Beloit, KS is seeking a Set up and Programming technician to read blueprints, program CNC machines, and adjust settings to meet specifications. You will improve accuracy and efficiency of programs for part production and support production goals.

You will train operators, set up fixtures, and maintain high precision with squareness, concentricity, finish and parallelism, while troubleshooting and refining processes as needed.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of 3 and 4 axis machine experience.
• Experience with MasterCam X preferred; training provided.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings.

Responsibilities

• Read drawings and set up machines per blueprints.
• Model cutting paths with Mastercam and program machines.
• Design and aid fabrication of fixturing for complex parts.
• Perform QA tests to ensure parts meet specs.
• Set up and operate CNC equipment to produce high-precision components.
• Analyze drawings to determine dimensions, tools, speeds, feeds.
• Adjust paths/settings to optimize production while preserving quality.
• Troubleshoot issues during manufacturing.
• Perform basic machine maintenance and train operators.
• Understand CNC code and edit programs as needed.
• Set machine origins and maintain tight tolerances.

Skills

2+ years CNC experience (3 & 4 axis)

MasterCam X

Blueprint reading

Communication

Min supervision

Manual dexterity

Tool setup and inspection

Troubleshooting

Tools

MasterCam X

Job description

Role

You are responsible for reading and interpreting design blueprints, programming the CNC machine, and adjusting the machine settings until the desired specifications are met. You are always trying to improve the accuracy and efficiency of programs for part production. This position is essential to ensure the success of the company.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of 3 and 4 axis machine experience is required
• MasterCam X experience preferred- will train
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work with minimal supervision
• Ability to lift 50 pounds
• Ability to inspect parts with various measuring tools
• Must have good manual dexterity

Responsibilities

• Read technical drawings and set up the machines in accordance with these blueprints
• Use computer software (Mastercam) to model cutting paths and program machines accordingly
• Design and aid in the fabrication of fixturing for parts of varying complexity
• Perform quality assurance tests to ensure products meet design specifications
• Setup, and operate a variety of CNC equipment to produce high-precision components using engineering drawings and specifications.
• Analyze drawings to determine dimensions and to choose cutting tools, machine speeds, and feed rates
• Adjust machine cutting paths or settings to optimize production while maintaining quality
• Consider tools required to cut materials and program machines accordingly
• Troubleshoot and resolve problems during the manufacturing process
• Perform basic machine maintenance such as cleaning and sharpening
• Train operator to properly carry out programs
• Understand and have functional use of CNC code and CNC programming
• Setting machine origins in accordance with the set-up instructions
• Machine part dimensions to maintain close tolerances with a high demand for squareness, concentricity, finish, and parallelism
• Setting and loading all tools in conjunction with set-up instructions to complete assigned jobs
• Setting up fixture components for jobs that require CNC Machining
• G & M code fluency and ability to edit programs
• Develop and maintain effective working relationships with peers, supervisors, and other staff
• Other duties as directed by supervisor
• Continues to lead process improvement, process development, and productivity improvement efforts.

Expectations

To perform the position of Set up and Programming successfully, an individual must be able to perform each responsibility in an exemplary manner. They will work with the shop floor leads and office personnel to ensure jobs are completed on time. A large part of this position deals with machine set up/operation and resource management.