EDM Production Technician

Deringer Ney; Bloomfield (CT); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Deringer Ney in Bloomfield, CT seeks an EDM Production Technician to program, set up, and operate WEDM and hole drilling equipment for production projects.

Responsibilities include following routers, multitasking to maximize throughput, assisting with Esprit CAD-CAM programming, setting up various Agie EDM machines, and performing routine maintenance. Strong attention to quality and collaboration with engineers is required.

Qualifications

• Experience operating wire EDM equipment in a shop environment.
• Knowledge of CNC/EDM processes and G-codes.
• Proficiency with CAD/CAM tools and basic computer skills.
• Ability to communicate clearly and follow work instructions.

Responsibilities

• Follow routers and instructions to complete WEDM jobs.
• Multitask to maximize productivity on production equipment.
• Assist with programming WEDM machines using Esprit CAD-CAM.
• Set up WEDM equipment including Agie models and related drills.
• Perform routine maintenance and document procedures.
• Track wire inventory and consumables; inform supervisors of stock needs.
• Maintain 5S and keep the department clean and organized.
• Manufacture close tolerance parts meeting production demand.
• Self-inspect finished parts for quality.
• Collaborate with tool makers and engineers to improve EDM processes.
• Operate basic tool room equipment and assist with CAD fixtures.

Skills

G-Codes understanding

Esprit CAD-CAM software

Workflow management

Basic Windows MS Office

Strong communication (written and oral

Education

Technical school experience preferred

2-3 years EDM programmer experience

Tools

Bridgeport Milling Machines

Surface Grinders

Drill Presses

Esprit CAD-CAM Software

Agie EDM equipment (Excellence/Progresses/CUT 2000X)

Job description

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Full Time Bloomfield, CT, US

Job Summary:

The EDM Production Technician programs, sets up, operates WEDM & hole drilling equipment while working on production projects.

Supervisory Responsibilities: None

Duties/Responsibilities:

The EDM Production Technician carries out several essential functions.

• Capable of following routers and following specific instructions required to complete production WEDM jobs.
• Capable of multitasking to maximize throughput and get the most out of production equipment daily.
• Assist with programming WEDM machines utilizing Esprit CAD-CAM Software.
• Capable of setting up WEDM Equipment such as Agie Excellence, Agie Progresses, Agie 315, 350 Pro’s, CUT 2000X and Current & D20 EDM drills.
• Capable of performing maintenance on equipment and documenting maintenance procedures performed.
• Capable of tracking wire inventories and consumable spare parts and informing supervisors of supplies needed.
• Keeping department clean and organized while practicing 5S.
• Manufacturing close tolerance quality parts while meeting production demand.
• Capable for self-Inspection for quality of all parts manufactured.
• Continuously practices efficient techniques and creativity.
• Ability to work with tool makers and engineers to develop EDM processes.

Additional Responsibilities:

• Capable of operating basic tool room equipment such as Bridgeport Milling Machines, Surface Grinders, and Drill Presses a plus.
• Ability to draw in CAD simple fixtures and patches required a plus.
• Work closely with associates, sharing knowledge, teaching & training of apprentices and coworkers as needed.
• Capable of working with machine tool support technicians to diagnose basic machine issues and problems.

Required Skills/Abilities :

• Ability to understand Insert Molding and Progressive Die Tooling in a job shop environment.
• Understanding of machine G-Codes.
• Ability to manage and overcome workflow constraints.
• Ability in the area of basic computer skills (WIN NT & XP, MS Office Suite).
• Strong communication skills both written and oral.

Education and Experience:

• Technical school experience preferred or 3-5 years’ experience in the operations of wire EDM equipment in a stamping and molding shop environment.
• 2-3 years’ experience as an EDM Programmer or equivalent.

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods of standing.
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds.
• Must be able to access and navigate each department at the organization’s facilities.