CNC Programmer

Must-Have Skills

• Digital Design Expertise: Proficiency in a range of digital design tools, including CAD/CAM software such as Fusion 360, with the ability to adapt to new systems and efficiently program parts using templated CAM programs.
• Client-Focused Communication: Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with experience working directly with clients to understand their needs, provide tailored solutions, and deliver high-quality results in a fast-paced production environment.
• Hands-on Maker Mindset: A passion for hands-on problem-solving and making things, with a background in activities such as art, tinkering, crafts, or other related pursuits that demonstrate creativity, resourcefulness, and a willingness to experiment and learn.

Nice-to-Have Skills

• CNC Machining Experience: Hands-on experience with CNC machining equipment, either hobby- or commercial-grade, with a focus on prototyping environments.
• CAD/CAM Software Expertise: Experience using CAD/CAM software such as SolidWorks or Mastercam, in addition to Fusion 360.
• Project Management: Familiarity with task management platforms and the ability to make updates to keep requesters apprised of job status.

Responsibilities:

• Program parts with efficiency utilizing standardized CAM templates within Fusion 360.
• Manage material loading and unloading, monitor machine status, and initiate production runs at predetermined intervals to guarantee the fulfillment of delivery obligations.
• Retrieve finished components from the machinery, perform necessary cleaning and post-processing, exercising diligence to preserve or emphasize critical features.
• Update the task management platform to keep requesters informed of the job status.
• Adhere to established Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to maintain equipment and ensure the availability of all necessary tools and materials for uninterrupted production.