Position Description

Under general supervision, perform activities related to numerical control (NC) programming, including machining methods, tooling concepts, and programs for NC milling machines and lathes.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities:

Essential Functions:
1. Conduct a thorough analysis of engineering drawings, tool design drawings, and/or electronic models, to determine the optimal machining methods, selection of machine tool, and material cut size.
2. Interact with planners, tool designers, engineering, and customers as required, to finalize plan.
3. Develop cutter motion logic per operation sequence, selecting proper spindle speeds and feed rates.
4. Perform a thorough check on all aspects of the program and verify cutter paths through the utilization of Vericut.
5. Develop operator set-up sheets for numerical control machines.
6. Develop flat pattern mylars and templates as required. 7. Produce 2-D Catia tool drawings as required.

Additional Functions:
1. May represent department in contacts with other departments, and may be required to coordinate efforts with vendors or customers.
2. Assist in formulating Numerical Control policies, procedures, and specifications as required.

Other Requirements:
1. Good verbal and written communication skills required.
2. Must be able to read and interpret blueprints.
3. Familiarity with various machining methods, technical writing, and computer use.
4. Must possess good drafting, math, and geometry skills.
5. Must be proficient with Catia modeling, drafting, and Catia NC Mill function.