What are the responsibilities and job description for the Lead CNC Programmer position at Sequoia Automatic, Inc.?
Sequoia Automatic, Inc., located in Crystal Lake, IL is a successful and growing supplier to the automotive climate control industry. We are seeking a Lead CNC Programmer with a Very Strong Machining background to join our Engineering team. In addition, this CNC Programmer role will have Supervisor responsibilities.
Responsibilities
- Perform CAD design and drafting of fixtures, gages and custom cutting tools
- Assist in fabrication of fixtures and gages when necessary
- Create and maintain document control in accordance with company procedures: Fixture and cutting tool drawings, Gage drawings, and Tool room fixture programs
- Assist in diagnosis of production problems relating to fixture, gage and tool design
- Analyze and improve tool room production processes
- Assist in cross-checking of extrusion, fixture, tool and gage designs
- Participate in continuous improvement and problem-solving teams ranging from FMEA to corrective action
- Responsible for new product CNC programming or improving current production
- Write and optimize CNC programs to create complex parts on three and four axis machining centers
- Perform and Complete initial set up for compliance with quoted tooling and machining
- Participate as a resource during the development of work holding fixtures and the selection of cutting tools
- Measure parts and monitor tolerances throughout production process, troubleshoot, and make machine adjustments as necessary
Qualifications
- At least 5 years’ experience in CNC programming and setup required
- Must have Supervisor experience
- Mastercam and Inventor experience required
- Must be able to travel as needed out of the Country
- Solid understanding of G and M Codes
- Some college education or industry-specific certifications a plus
- Experience on Brother VMCs a plus
- Understand fixture designs required
- Experience with blueprint reading and GD&T
- Must have good communication skills and be a TEAM player!
Sequoia Automatic provides an exciting work environment and rewarding career opportunities that provide the ability to flourish and grow within the company. Sequoia Automatic offers a competitive salary and benefits including medical, dental, life, and 401(k) retirement plan and believes in the importance of work-life balance.
Sequoia Automatic is an Equal Opportunity Employer