CNC Technician

New Hampton, IA

$ DOE

Our New Hampton, IA manufacturing client is looking to hire a CNC Technician to their 1^st shift operations. The CNC technicians are responsible for operating computer numerically controlled (CNC) machines. These machines are used to create a wide range of products, from car parts to furniture and even medical devices. CNC technicians work closely with engineers and other designers to ensure that the CNC machine is creating the desired product as efficiently as possible.

Key Responsibilities:

• Communicate with supervisors regarding work progress, problems, or other issues that arise during the workday
• Reading blueprints or other instructions to determine how to operate machinery or equipment
• Monitoring machine performance to ensure that it is working properly and that no damage has been done to it
• Performing maintenance on equipment to ensure that it continues to run smoothly
• Using computers to design or modify products based on customers’ requests or company policies
• Operating and monitoring computerized controls to ensure that machines are performing tasks correctly
• Monitoring production rates and adjusting equipment settings to ensure that output goals are met
• Inspecting materials to ensure that they meet specifications for size, shape, and consistency
• Repairing equipment when necessary, including replacing worn parts, lubricating bearings, and repairing electrical component
• Reading and interpreting technical blueprints and design models.
• Loading raw materials into the CNC machine.
• Inputting the product design into the computer modeling software.
• Choosing and loading the correct cutting tools for the job.
• Adjusting machine settings to the desired product specifications.
• Troubleshooting issues during the manufacturing process.
• Completing quality control tests during the manufacturing stage and on the final product.
• Cleaning and maintaining the machine.
• Training new staff on machine operation procedures.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED.
• Previous work experience as a CNC programmer.
• Ability to read and interpret design blueprints.
• Extensive experience with computer modeling software.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and stick to a deadline.
• Ability to stand for extended periods.
• Ability to lift heavy objects.

• Ability to work after-hours when required.
• Experience in aluminum material on a HMC CNC preferred (Makino and Haas) Preferred.
• Two (2) years CNC technician experience
• Experience in HMC operation & manual CNC programming experience preferred.
• Minimum 2 years metal cutting experience preferred.

• Must be able to read, write and comprehend the English language

• Ability to work independently, to make decisions, and to keep management updated on progress as required
• Strong oral and written communication skills required, including training of new employees
• Problem solving and data analysis skills