Wire EDM Machine Operator I,II or III (Evenings 2:00pm-10:30pm)

LSI SOLUTIONS®; Town of Victor (NY); On-site; USD 30,858 - 42,567; Full time

Job summary

LSI SOLUTIONS® is seeking skilled Wire EDM Programmers/Operators to join our Victor, NY manufacturing team. The role includes programming, setting up, and operating wire EDM machines (Fanuc controls) across Levels I–III, with evening shift hours 2:00pm–10:30pm.

You will read prints, follow CAD models, and ensure parts meet exact specifications. Join a growing medical device company focused on quality, safety, and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Level I requires High School Diploma or equivalent; 0-2 years machine operation experience.
• Level II requires High School Diploma or equivalent; 3-5 years programming wire EDMs.
• Level III requires High School Diploma or equivalent; 6+ years programming, setting-up, and operating wire EDMs.

Responsibilities

• Program, set-up, and operate wire EDM machines (Fanuc controls).
• Program and troubleshoot complex tool paths using CAM-I.
• Troubleshoot offsets and perform preventative maintenance on EDM equipment.
• Write and edit EDM programs and work with Engineering during prototyping.

Skills

Basic shop math

Read blueprints

GD&T

Independent & team work

Close tolerances

Tool path programming

Problem solving

Mentoring

CAM-I

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Trade school preferred

Tools

Fanuc controls

CAM-I

Job description

LSI SOLUTIONS® founded in 1986, located in beautiful Victor, New York, is a dynamic and growing medical device company with over 500 employees dedicated to advancing minimally invasive surgical instruments through research, development, manufacturing, and marketing. We have doubled in size in just the last 4 years! The LSI Campus includes 10 buildings (170,000+ sq ft) on 95 meticulously cared for acres.

We are searching for passionate people looking to make a difference in the medical device industry. By joining LSI SOLUTIONS® an ISO 13485 certified company, you will become part of an energetic team working together to relentlessly pursue better patient outcomes with state-of-the-art devices. After all, our customer is ultimately the patient.

POSITION TITLE: Wire EDM Programmer/Operator I, II, III (Evenings 2:00pm-10:30pm)

LOCATION: Onsite at LSI Solutions in Victor, NY

HOURLY PAY RANGE: $22.40 - $30.90hr plus $2.00hr evening shift differential

SHIFT HOURS: 2:00pm to 10:30pm Evenings

JOB SUMMARY: The Wire EDM Programmer/Operator programs, sets up, and operates wire EDM machines along with a variety of other machine tools. Working from part prints, process sheets, quality documentation, and CAD models to produce precision components to print. The Wire EDM Programmer/Operator promotes a work environment that is positive, safe, seeks to continuously improve, and is focused on meeting the goals and objectives of the organization.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Level I

• Maintain a clean and safe work area and follow standard safety procedures and personal protective equipment requirements.
• Read and understand part drawings and basic GD&T.
• Set-up, run, and troubleshoot production parts.
• Monitor parts throughout production by visual observation and dimensional measurement to ensure parts meet the specifications.
• Perform preventative maintenance tasks on equipment.
• Work with other departments on projects, designs, and process improvements.

Level II

• Program, set-up, and operate wire EDM machines (primarily Fanuc controls).
• Program and troubleshoot complex tool paths using CAM-I.
• Troubleshoot and make offset adjustments.
• Perform and document preventative maintenance on lower heads of machine, wire chopper, and clean seal plates.
• Set-up and run Hole Popper.

Level III

• Make custom parts for prototypes.
• Perform set-up, run and make required machine adjustments independently.
• Write and edit complex EDM programs without supervision.
• Work closely with Discovery and Engineering during Prototyping, Engineering Evaluation, V&V, and PQ/PV.

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• All other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

Level I

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Completion of trade school preferred.
• 0-2 years of machine operation experience.

Level II

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Completion of trade school preferred.
• 3-5 years’ minimum experience programming wire EDM’s.

Level III

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Completion of trade school preferred.
• 6+ years’ minimum experience programming, setting-up, and operating wire EDM’s.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

Level I

• Basic shop math skills.
• Ability to read blueprints, work instructions, and inspection criteria.
• Able to run variety of shop equipment.
• Must be proficient in the use of standard inspection equipment.
• Basic understanding of GD&T.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.

Level II

• Experience working with close tolerances in a variety of metals.
• Strong understanding of GD&T.
• Capable of programing complex tool paths.
• CAM-I program experience preferred.

Level III

• Capable of programming, setting-up, and running EDM independently.
• Capable of writing and editing complex EDM programs without supervision.
• Strong problem-solving skills.
• Capable of coaching and mentoring.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Frequently required to lift and/or carry from 10-30 lbs.
• Some heavy lifting of up to 50 lbs.
• Sitting, standing, and/or walking for up to eight hours per day in a manufacturing environment.
• Regularly required to talk and/or hear, see, handle, reach, see color, and perform repetitive motion.
• Occasional travel required.

LSI SOLUTIONS® is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on any legally protected status or characteristic.

Minority/Female/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Disability/Veteran.