Computer Numerical Control Programmer

CNC Programmer

Onsite

Eagle, WI

The Programmer is responsible for the creation and maintenance of programs for turret punch, laser cutting machines, and dimension flats.

Responsibilities:

• Create and maintain programs for press brakes, panel benders, and robotic brakes.
• Maintains and/or changes the floor routings and BOMs required for processing the parts through the sheet metal department.
• Resolve programming issues.

Required Qualifications:

Key point: Focus on candidates with experience in sheet metal blanking and bending, not lathe, mill, or general machining programming backgrounds.

Priority skills (in order):

1. Amada robot programming for press brakes
2. Amada turret blanking software (VPSS 4i)
3. SAP experience (routings and bills of material)
4. Salvagnini panel bender programming (Stream Bend)
5. SigmaNest experience for laser part setup

Additional considerations:

• Strong technical aptitude and ability to learn new software quickly.
• Candidates from sheet metal fabrication, OEM manufacturing, metal forming, or related industries are likely a better fit than traditional machining backgrounds.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High school Diploma
• Must be at least 18 years old to work in a manufacturing environment

Preferred Qualifications:

• Technical School/Associate Degree

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and prints
• Ability to interact effectively with both production and engineering employees
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Applications and PDM/ERP systems (AS/400, iSeries, MAPICS)
• Demonstrated knowledge of creating AutoCAD, SolidWorks, or ProE
• Proficient in SigmaNest, Striker, and G-code/M-code
• Demonstrated knowledge of fabrication sheet metal processes including punch press, brake press, laser, and CNC)

Physical Demands:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear; and use hands to manipulate objects or controls. The employee is regularly required to stand and walk. On occasion the incumbent may be required to stoop, bend or reach above the shoulders. The employee must occasionally lift up to 25 pounds. Specific conditions of this job include are typical of frequent and continuous computer-based work requiring periods of sitting, close vision and ability to adjust focus.