Precision Wire EDM Setup Technician

Sumitomo Electric; New Berlin (WI); On-site; USD 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance with $0 deductible

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid vacation

401(k) employer match

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Educational reimbursement

Hiring bonus

Job summary

Sumitomo Electric Carbide Manufacturing seeks a Wire EDM Operator/Programmer to set up and operate Wire EDM/Vollmer machines (FANUC/Sodick) to produce high-precision components in Wisconsin. You will cut carbide and PCD, monitor performance, and develop CNC programs from engineering drawings.

Responsibilities include maintaining tight tolerances, performing routine machine maintenance, and reporting issues for timely fixes. Candidate should have 1+ years with FANUC/Sodick and solid shop skills.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Wire EDM Operator/Programmer in a manufacturing environment (1+ years), specifically with FANUC/Sodick.
• Knowledge of machine shop practices, techniques, operations.
• Ability to communicate effectively.
• Ability to follow directions.
• Basic math, logical reasoning, and problem solving skills.
• Ability to lift 25 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate Wire EDM/Vollmer machines (FANUC/Sodick) to produce high-precision components.
• Cutting carbide and PCD.
• Monitor machine performance, make adjustments as needed, and troubleshoot issues to ensure continuous production.
• Load and unload work pieces, install and align tooling, and perform necessary machine adjustments.
• Develop and optimize CNC programs for Wire EDM/Vollmer machines (FANUC/Sodick) based on engineering drawings and specifications.
• Make necessary adjustments to maintain tight tolerances and high-quality standards.
• Conduct routine maintenance on Wire EDM/Vollmer machines (FANUC/Sodick) to ensure optimal performance.
• Identify and report any equipment issues to maintenance staff for timely resolution.

Skills

Wire EDM operator

Machine shop knowledge

Communication skills

Following directions

Math & problem solving

Lifting 25 lbs

Tools

FANUC controls

Sodick machines

CNC programming basics

Job description

Sumitomo Electric Carbide Manufacturing seeks a Wire EDM Operator/Programmer to set up and operate Wire EDM/Vollmer machines (FANUC/Sodick) to produce high-precision components in Wisconsin. You will cut carbide and PCD, monitor performance, and develop CNC programs from engineering drawings.

Responsibilities include maintaining tight tolerances, performing routine machine maintenance, and reporting issues for timely fixes. Candidate should have 1+ years with FANUC/Sodick and solid shop skills.