CNC Programmer

We are looking for a skilled CNC Machinist / Programmer for our client in Norfolk, VA. The CNC Machinist/Programmer will be responsible for ensuring all products are to specific specifications and standards set forth by customers' orders.

• Expertise in programming machine setup, machining applications, programming (g-code), process planning, precision measurement, inspection, print reading, cutting tool selection and assembly, machine maintenance and shop & personal safety.
• Passion and commitment to provide mentorship and professional development to advance new machinists to ensure prosperity in the machining trade.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and communication

• Production of machined parts by programming and operating a computer numerical control (CNC) machine specifically lathes, vertical mills, and horizontal boring mills.
• Use of CNC modules to design materials based on blueprints or programmed command sequences.
• Modification of machines with attachments, fixtures, or specialized tooling to achieve different production capabilities.
• Set up and maintain machine operations, lubricate work pieces, and replace dull cutting tools.
• Monitor and adjustment of machine controls manually if programming proves inaccurate or machine is malfunctioning.
• Preserve quality and safety standards by adhering to safety procedures and regulations.
• Plan machining by studying work orders, blueprints, engineering plans, materials, specifications, orthographic drawings, reference planes, locations of surfaces, and machining parameters; interpreting geometric dimensions and tolerances (GD&T).
• Programing mills and lathes by entering instructions, including zero and reference points; setting tool registers, offsets, compensation, and conditional switches; calculating requirements, including basic math, geometry, and trigonometry; proving part programs.
• Set-up of mills and lathes by installing and adjusting three- and four-jaw chucks, tools, attachments, collets, bushings, cams, gears, stops, and stock pushers; indicating vices; tramming heads.
• Loading feed mechanism by lifting stock into position.
• Verification of settings by measuring positions, first-run part, and sample work pieces, adhering to international standards.
• Maintain specifications by observing drilling, grooving, and cutting, including turning, facing, knurling and thread chasing operations; taking measurements; detecting malfunctions; troubleshooting processes; adjusting and reprogramming controls; sharpening and replacing worn tools; adhering to quality assurance procedures and processes.
• Complete preventive maintenance requirements; following manufacturer's instructions; troubleshooting malfunctions; calling for repairs.
• Documentation of actions by completing production and quality logs

• 4+ years' experience working as CNC Machinist/Programmer
• High school diploma, equivalent and/or post-secondary certification required
• Expertise with CNC calculating, computer aided design (CAD), and computer aided manufacturing (CAM) software
• Proficiency in Smart Cam, Master Cam or equivalent offline machine programming applications
• Conceptual Skills, Process Improvement, Verbal Communication, Functional and Technical Skills, Controls and Instrumentation, Supply Management, Tooling, Coordination, Inventory Control, Attention to Detail, Judgment

• $23-$26/hour

• Monday-Thursday 6AM – 430PM