CNC Lathe (mill turn) and Swiss lathe Programmer

CNC Lathe (Mill Turn) and Swiss Lathe ProgrammerReliable Equipment in Warminster is looking for a full-time CNC Lathe (mill turn) and Swiss lathe Programmer.Job Overview: The programmer is responsible for designing, programming, and maintaining Lathe (both 2 axis and multi axis live tooling lathes with sub spindles, bar loader or gantry loaders) processes and programs. This individual interfaces with production management, and engineering teams to establish efficient manufacturing processes, to improve upon existing processes, and to create a foundation for operational success on the manufacturing floor. The programmer is required to have extensive knowledge of modern manufacturing principles, and understanding of materials (primarily steels and aluminums) and their cutting properties, and the ability to work in both a digital and practical environment with both management and supporting machine setup operators.Responsibilities and Duties: The responsibilities and duties of the programmer are listed below. As Reliable Equipment Manufacturing Company grows and transforms, responsibilities and duties of the programmer may also grow and/or transform.Establish, design, maintain and improve machining and work procedures for machining existing and new products; utilizing a variety of 2 axis lathes, live tools lathes and other metalworking machines and equipment, designing workholding (custom lathe jaws and collets and ejectors), operator instructions (man readable instructions), and programming in a CAM software environment (Autodesk Partmaker).Work with the Senior programmer in the design and improvement of CNC programs for machining operations to minimize costs and time, deliberately seeking the most efficient processes, to meet manufacturing schedules and demand.Work with an established data system to regulate the storage and cataloging of programs so that they are safely stored (uncorrupted) and discoverable for operators to quickly find the latest approved/proven programs for the parts that they are running. Additionally, work with existing cutting tool storage systems to make sure the tooling needed is available.Ensure that programs and processes function properly to allow for smooth efficient production runs, while collaborating with the quality, production, and engineering departments to increase production success and production through.Support the lathe department by guiding and helping the operators and machinists on the shop floor, providing them with the proper programming and tooling knowledge to help them be independent problem solvers.Coordinate directly with the Plant Manager and Engineering Manager to properly schedule projects and programming workflow based on manufacturing demands, new product design, and machine utilizations.Qualifications: The qualifications required of the CNC Lathe programmer are listed below. Assessment of qualifications is not limited to the following requirements.Education level: High school vo-tech focus MFG trade school or related technological education (degree in MFG engineering preferred)Experience: 7 years+ of Mill turn lathe machining. 5 years + Programming 2 and multi axis lathes. 5 years + proficiently setting up and running 2 and multi axis lathes.Specific skills: Strong communication skills Strength in organization and planning Programming in NC Code/ CAM package (PartMaker preferred) Strong sense in MFG design and work-holding Thorough understanding of machine tooling and utilization Basic knowledge of DNC and NC program databasesPersonal characteristics: Strong work ethic Personable and respectful Persistent and diligent Attentive to detail Capable of handling multiple projects Motivator/leaderPhysical abilities: Capable of lifting 50 lbs.Reliable offers a competitive benefits package which includes Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription, 401K with match. Vacation, Sick, Personal time, STD, LTD, Company paid Life Insurance and much more. If offered the position, candidate must complete and successfully pass a background check with includes Criminal and Drug Testing. Safety Sensitive Position. EOE