Senior CNC programmer

FOX Factory, Inc; Gainesville (FL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic and innovative company where you can leverage your extensive CNC programming expertise to create high-quality products. In this role, you will be responsible for planning and executing complex CNC programming tasks, utilizing Mastercam and Gibbscam for various machining processes. You'll work collaboratively in a supportive environment, driving continuous improvement initiatives while ensuring precision and quality in every project. This is an exciting opportunity for a skilled machinist to make a significant impact and grow within a team that values creativity and teamwork. If you're passionate about machining and seeking a rewarding career, we want to hear from you!

Benefits

Competitive wages

Employee discounts

Fun work environment

Team collaboration

Qualifications

• 7+ years of machinist experience with a strong focus on CNC programming.
• 5+ years of programming experience required, specifically with Mastercam and Gibbscam.

Responsibilities

• Create and modify CNC programs using Mastercam/Gibbscam and Solidworks.
• Support tooling and fixturing requirements for CNC machine tools.

Skills

CNC Programming

Mastercam

Gibbscam

Mechanical Measurement

Problem Solving

Technical Drawing Interpretation

Shop Math Skills

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Technical Certification in Machining

Tools

Solidworks

Vericut

Precision Measuring Instruments

Job description

FOX Factory designs, engineers, manufactures and markets performance-defining products and systems for customers worldwide. Our premium brand, performance-defining products and systems are used primarily on bicycles, side-by-side vehicles, on-road vehicles with and without off-road capabilities, off-road vehicles and trucks, all-terrain vehicles, snowmobiles, specialty vehicles and applications, motorcycles, and commercial trucks. Some of our products are specifically designed for and marketed to a variety of leading cycling and powered vehicle original equipment manufacturers ("OEMs"), while others are distributed to consumers through a global dealer and distribution network. Fox Factory Holding Corp. is the holding company of FOX Factory, Inc. and is publicly traded (FOXF) on Nasdaq.

Why you should join us

Not only do we provide competitive wages, you will also have access to great benefits and employee discounts. But more importantly, it’s a fun environment where we truly enjoy working as a team and bringing great products to our customers!

If this sounds like something you would love to do, and a place you want to be a part of, get in touch with us by submitting your application. We look forward to hearing from you!

Job Summary

This position will be responsible for planning complicated CNC programming, design and engineering of workholding, work instructions and part fabrication using Mastercam/Gibbscam for 3, 4 & 5-axis horizontal and vertical mills and lathes. Accomplishes work by receiving prints and/or models, evaluating and ordering tooling as necessary, designing fixtures as necessary, programming effectively and efficiently using CAM software.

Essential Functions:

• Create CNC programs using Mastercam/Gibbscam and Solidworks.
• Modify CNC programs based on data from quality and/or other sources.
• Determines the ideal machine and tooling to run parts on CNCs, balancing efficiency and cost-effectiveness of existing or new programs, processes, fixturing and tooling.
• Support and implement tooling & fixturing requirements associated with CNC machine tools.
• Support internal customers/departments and deliver an estimate of completion and tooling requirements for all projects.
• Identify opportunities for continuous improvement initiatives and process changes. Initiate and lead process improvement projects to improve safety, quality, cost and delivery.
• Assist with equipment operation, maintenance, and cutters/tooling procurement.
• Assist with physical dimension verification using on machine tools and support inspection of parts to ensure quality and accuracy.
• Assist with first article validations and with machine set-ups.
• Utilizes precision measuring instruments such as calipers, depth gages, thread gages, pin gages, and other measuring tools.
• Train and mentor other employees in basic and complex machine operation techniques.
• Transitions projects to machine operators for highest efficiency and output.
• Utilize equipment and processes to meet company goals and ensure profitability.
• Be highly visible to team members and promote hands-on, collaborative approaches to problem solving.
• Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications:

• 7+ years of experience as a machinist
• 5+ years programming experience, Mastercam/Gibbscam a must
• Experience programming 3, 4 and 5 axis mills and lathes
• Experience designing and developing fixturing
• Knowledge and experience using processes to produce parts with tight tolerances (+/-0.0001”)
• Must have strong command of the English language, both verbal and written
• Advanced mechanical measurement skills
• Strong problem solving and organization skills, with above average shop math skills in geometry and trigonometry.
• Ability to read, interpret technical drawings and standards
• Ability to interpret, and document QC standards as part of the operation
• Ability to quickly react to non-conforming operations as they occur
• Experience using Vericut (preferred) or other CNC verification/machine simulation software.
• Strong familiarity with multiple machine controls including Fanuc, Haas, Okuma, DMG MORI etc.
• Demonstrated proficiency interpreting drawing requirements.
• Ability to multi-task and productively manage multiple projects concurrently.

Work Environment and Physical Requirements:

Manufacturing Environment

Lift up to 50 lbs. regularly

Requires walking, standing, bending and lifting for long periods of time

Vision abilities required to validate and enter data on computer

Disclaimer: This list does not represent all physical demands. Descriptions are representative of those that must be met by employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodation may be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the jobs’ essential functions.