Principal CNC Programmer

Ortho Development Corporation; Draper (UT); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid Holidays

Paid time off

Parental leave

Tuition reimbursement

Vision insurance

Wellness incentives

Job summary

Ortho Development is hiring a Principal CNC Programmer for our onsite Draper, Utah location. The role leads the planning, development and execution of sophisticated CNC manufacturing processes for orthopedic hip and knee devices.

You will collaborate with manufacturing and product development engineers to optimize methods and validate processes. The position requires 10+ years in CNC manufacturing, plus extensive experience with 5-axis milling/turning and GD&T.

Qualifications

• Requires 10+ years in CNC manufacturing
• Experience in orthopedics manufacturing esp. knees & hips
• Proficient with inspection tools such as calipers, microscope, optical measurement
• Experience machining castings, forgings, 3D printed components, stainless steel, cobalt, chrome, titanium, and other exotic alloys

Responsibilities

• Set up, program and run 3-5 axis CNC machining centers to manufacture medical devices
• Follow documented procedures to manufacture quality parts
• Develop machining fixtures for complex devices
• Conduct process validations and PFMEAs; assist in improvements
• Support development projects for DFM and new manufacturing tech
• Develop CNC programs and fixturing for new product launches
• Support manufacturing with primary CNC operations (set-ups, offsets, changeovers)

Skills

5-axis programming

GD&T understanding

Mechanical aptitude

Process validation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering technology or related discipline

Machining certificate or trade school

Tools

GibbsCam

CREO

Job description

At Ortho Development, we help people do what they love by restoring mobility through innovative orthopedic hip and knee solutions. From our headquarters in Draper, Utah, we’re proud to provide meaningful work with a strong, collaborative culture where every team member can make a difference.

Here, you’ll find teammates who care, leadership that listens, and opportunities to learn, grow, and succeed. We offer competitive benefits, a workplace environment designed to help you thrive and promote work-life balance.

As a Principal CNC Programmer you will lead the planning, development and execution of manufacturing processes. You will collaborate with manufacturing engineers, product development engineers, and operations specialists to determine optimal manufacturing methods, develop manufacturing procedures, perform process validations and track/report the progress of assigned projects. As the Principal CNC Programmer you will also support development projects for DFM, new manufacturing technology integration, cost/continuous improvement.. This full-time onsite position is available to start immediately and is a great opportunity in the exciting medical device industry.

Location:

Onsite - Draper, UT

Schedule:

Monday- Friday

Your responsibilities:

• Set up, program and run 3-5 axis CNC machining center to manufacture medical devices
• Follow documented procedures and work instructions to manufacture quality parts
• Develop machining fixtures for the manufacture of complex medical devices
• Conduct process validations, make process adjustments and assist in completion of PFMEAs.
• Aids in the selection of new manufacturing equipment
• Strong adherence to quality requirements per the QMS
• Follow safety standards
• Keep work station and environment organized and clean (5S)
• Support operations with troubleshooting of secondary processes e.g., laser marker, grit blaster, buffing tools, etc.
• Support manufacturing with primary operations of CNC equipment including set-ups, offsetting, and changeovers
• Develop CNC programs and fixturing for new product launches
• Support product development in the manufacture of prototype devices as needed
• Identify and participate in continuous improvement programs
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering technology or related discipline (Preferred)
• Machining certificate or trade school

Experience specific to this position:

• 10+ years of experience in CNC manufacturing environment
• Orthopedics manufacturing experience, especially knees & hips
• Use of inspection equipment, e.g. calipers, microscope, optical measurement
• Experience machining castings, forgings, 3D printed components, stainless steel, cobalt, chrome, titanium, and other exotic alloys
• Operation of manual and coordinated measuring machines
• Experience with manual mill and lathe
• GibbsCam (Preferred)
• CREO or equivalent Cad/Cam system experience (Preferred)
• 5+ years experience with 5 axis milling/turning programming
• Macro programming & post building experience (Preferred)
• Advanced understanding of GD&T

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discounts
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid Holidays
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance
• Wellness incentives
• UTA Transit Pass