CNC Programmer

Job Description

Job Description

Description :

Overview : The CNC Programmer is responsible for developing, optimizing, and maintaining CNC machining programs and Faro Arm / Polyworks inspection programs to support die maintenance, repair, and new tooling production in an automotive manufacturing environment. This role focuses on high-accuracy programming to ensure tooling integrity, part quality, and efficient die room operations.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities :

• Develop, edit, and optimize CNC programs for die components, inserts, and precision tooling.
• Create and validate CMM programs for inspection of dies, tooling, and components using Polyworks.
• Generate toolpaths using CAD / CAM software to support machining of complex geometries and tight tolerances.
• Validate programs by conducting dry runs, simulations, and first-piece verification.
• Maintain a library of CNC and CMM programs with proper revision control.
• Provide setup documentation and tooling instructions to machinists in the die room.
• Assist with CNC machine setups when needed to ensure programs run as intended.
• Troubleshoot programming issues, tool paths, and machining errors.
• Collaborate with toolmakers, engineers, and quality teams to develop efficient inspection routines.
• Generate detailed dimensional inspection reports and communicate results to stakeholders.
• Support root cause analysis of tooling or dimensional concerns through CMM verification.
• Work closely with toolmakers, engineers, and quality personnel to improve tooling accuracy and manufacturing processes.
• Recommend programming, tooling, or process improvements to reduce cycle times and improve quality.
• Stay current on CNC / CMM software updates and programming best practices.

Supervisory Responsibilities :

Directly supervises all Die Room employees. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

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Work Environment :

The CNC Programmer interacts with historic machinery throughout the facility which often involves proximity to heat, noise, debris, conveyance systems and other potentially dangerous equipment. The Programmer will encounter high levels of floor and overhead traffic due to material transportation throughout the facility which can cause high levels of vibration and airborne disturbances. There are areas of paved and unpaved walkway, active shipping lanes and occasionally standing water to be cautious of.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, religion, national origin, sex, protected veteran status or disability.

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