Computer Numerical Control Programmer

CNC Programer/Operator Machinist

• 6-month contract (chance of extension)
• 100% onsite in Waltham
• Work Hours: 8am-4pm
• Minimum 5 years of experience
• Top Skills: Set-up of CNC lathes and CNC vertical milling machines, Experience with reading and editing G code, experience with calipers, ID and OD micrometers, depth gauges and indicators, blueprint reading/ geometric tolerance interpretation

Every day, you will help to produce machined parts by programming, setting up, and operating a computer numerical control (CNC) machine independently; maintaining quality and safety standards; keeping records; maintaining equipment and supplies. Additionally, you will maintain safe operations by adhering to safety procedures and regulations while keeping your workplace neat, clean and organized. To thrive in this role, you must be able to follow written and oral instructions, be adaptable to a changing work environment, competing demands and be able to deal with frequent change, delays or unexpected events.

Day to day activities:

• Plans machining by studying work orders, blueprints, engineering plans, materials, specifications, reference planes, locations of surfaces, and machining parameters; interpreting geometric dimensions and tolerances (GD&T).
• Checks stock inventory of materials and tools to determine amount available; anticipating needed stock.
• Programs mill/turn machines and lathes using CAD/CAM software; setting tool registers, offsets, compensation; calculating requirements, including basic math, geometry, and trigonometry; proving part programs.
• Sets-up mills and lathes by installing and adjusting chucks, tools, attachments, collets; indicating vices.
• Verifies settings by measuring positions, first-run part, and sample workpieces; adhering to international standards.
• Maintains equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements; following manufacturer's instructions; troubleshooting malfunctions; calling for repairs.
• Maintains continuity by documenting and communicating actions, irregularities, and continuing needs.
• Documents actions by completing production and quality logs.
• Updates job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities; reading technical publications.
• Accomplishes organizational goals by accepting ownership for accomplishing new and different requests; exploring opportunities to add value to job accomplishments.