voestalpine Railway Systems Nortrak

CNC Programmer

voestalpine Railway Systems Nortrak

full-time

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Location Type: Office

Location: Chicago Heights • Illinois • United States

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Salary

💰 $65,000 - $75,000 per year

About the role

  • Reporting to the Manufacturing Engineering Manager, the CNC Programmer is responsible for writing CNC Programmers, keep up with tool inventory and work with operators for feedback and edits
  • Make sure all programs operate in a manner that keeps all employees safe
  • Comply with all applicable safety policies and regulations, especially in manufacturing areas
  • Maintains the tool system for stocking, tracking, usage and ordering of hand tools, carbide inserts and other small consumable tooling for the shop floor
  • Make sure all programs create a quality product that meets all tolerances
  • Work with QA and production to ensure first article proof run is complete and within tolerances
  • Assists maintenance staff with installation verification, and commissioning of machinery
  • Programs should be issued in a timely manner and in advance of production schedule needs
  • Maintain the system to control all CNC programs to aid in the manufacture of recurring parts
  • Research processes and present ideas to result in the most efficient and cost-effective manufacturing methods and selection of appropriate cutting tools
  • Monitor operations on machines to assure that the proper tooling, cutters, and cutting speeds are being utilized
  • Reduces machining costs by the implementation of improved tooling, methods, and speeds
  • Support employees with CNC program questions and issues, operator assistance and tooling issues
  • Aid in training of CNC Operators
  • Liaison with external customers with tooling or other issues
  • Create and maintain machine backups
  • Adhere to Nortrak's Environmental Procedures, Practices and Policies.

Requirements

  • A college degree in manufacturing technology or programming is recommended
  • In lieu of formal education, a minimum of 5 years of programming experience is required
  • At least 5 years of CNC machining and/or CNC programming experience in a heavy manufacturing environment is preferred
  • Strong knowledge of CAD software, preferably in Siemens NX and SurfCAM
  • Ability to read and interpret technical drawings
  • Skilled in creating CAD models from drawings and modifying existing model features
  • Proficiency in reading work orders and blueprints is desirable
  • Computer literacy, including Microsoft Office applications
  • Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills
  • Highly responsible, attentive, and detail-oriented.
Benefits
  • A supportive, family oriented Nortrak Blue culture
  • We provide an environment where Health and Safety is our #1 priority
  • Career development opportunities and competitive pay progression
  • Competitive medical, dental & vision benefits
  • Company paid life and disability insurance
  • Paid holidays and vacation
  • Retirement plan with matching contributions
  • Tuition Assistance Program
  • Wellness Program
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Employee Recognition Programs
Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard Skills & Tools
CNC programmingCNC machiningCAD softwareSiemens NXSurfCAMtechnical drawing interpretationCAD model creationblueprint readingtool inventory managementmachining cost reduction
Soft Skills
interpersonal communicationwritten communicationverbal communicationattention to detailresponsibilitytrainingproblem-solvingcollaborationfeedback incorporationorganizational skills
Certifications
college degree in manufacturing technologycollege degree in programming