Woodworking CNC Programmer & CAM Specialist

Plymold, Inc.; Kenyon (MN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Plymold, Inc. is seeking an experienced CNC programmer to develop and optimize computer numerically controlled programs for woodworking equipment. You will review shop drawings, determine tool paths and speeds, and collaborate with operators to ensure programs run to spec.

Responsibilities include maintaining file structures, adhering to naming conventions, and using nesting software to improve yield and efficiency while applying quality standards and driving process improvements.

Qualifications

• Two-year degree/certificate in CNC Programming is required, or, absent a degree/certificate, four to five years of applicable work experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Proven CNC programming experience in the woodworking industry.
• Knowledge of CAD and programming and nesting software.
• Strong knowledge of woodworking CNC routers.
• Proficiency in Sigma Nest is a plus.
• Adaptable to learn future software the company may employ.

Responsibilities

• Accurately develop programs for the CNC equipment.
• Review engineered shop drawings to determine best construction method programming methods.
• Write and modify programs to optimize tool paths, speeds, feeds and sequence of operations.
• Analyze job orders and drawings to optimize material yield.
• Work with operators to ensure programs run correctly and meet specifications.
• Generate paperwork for Operations to pull sheet stock and laminate.
• Follow naming conventions for programs and drawings and maintain file structure.
• Review programs for repeat products to improve yield and machine movement.
• Utilize nesting software where applicable.
• Promote quality and improve processes through problem-solving and collaboration.

Skills

CNC programming

Woodworking industry knowledge

Cad and nesting software

G Code & M Code

Fanuc controls knowledge

Education

Two-year CNC programming degree/certificate

Tools

SigmaNest

Fanuc controls

Job description

Plymold, Inc. is seeking an experienced CNC programmer to develop and optimize computer numerically controlled programs for woodworking equipment. You will review shop drawings, determine tool paths and speeds, and collaborate with operators to ensure programs run to spec.

Responsibilities include maintaining file structures, adhering to naming conventions, and using nesting software to improve yield and efficiency while applying quality standards and driving process improvements.