Tooling Programmer II - Part-time

US-VA-Newport News

Canon Virginia, Inc.

Requisition ID: 25497
Category: Tool Manufacturing
Position Type: Full-Time

Overview

Produces machined parts by programming, setting up, and operating a computer numerical control (CNC) machine; maintaining quality and safety standards; keeping records; maintaining equipment and supplies.

Responsibilities

- Analyzes more complex job orders, drawings, blueprints, specifications, computer models and/or design data to correctly calculate part dimensions, tool selection, machine speeds and feed rates.
- Determines reference points, machine cutting paths and/or location for holes; computes more complex angular and linear dimensions.
- Programs more complex parts using CAM Software; generates accurate, usable NC Code for programs created.
- Researches and makes recommendations to increase machine run time.
- Monitors machining outcomes; verifies completed work, checks dimensions/tolerances; maintains accuracy of drawings and programs.
- Studies and recommends techniques to improve existing CAM and internal software products.
- Evaluates systems based on quantitative results and makes suggestions for the improvement of these systems.
- Assist other programmers and floor personnel as needed.
- Conducts quality testing; corrects/improves program code to increase efficiency, quality and safety.
- Revises programs to eliminate errors; retest programs to ensure problems have been resolved.
- Manages the CNC program files within network; performs tooling evaluations when required.
- Observes and contributes during machine set-ups to optimize processes.
- Sets up and operates machines as needed to support production.
- Works closely with Designers, Machinist, Tool Makers and/or management to resolve programming challenges and/or questions.

Qualifications

PLEASE NOTE: We comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws, regulations, orders and mandates, including those we may be required to follow as a federal government contractor/subcontractor. We are required under federal law to invite you to voluntarily self-identify in various categories. Relevant forms will be included at several steps in the recruitment process.


- Associate's preferred; or equivalent education and experience and 5-8 years' experience with CNC programming and tool manufacturing.
- May have to work overtime and may be assigned to other shifts based on company needs.
- Must be familiar with standard tooling concepts, practices and procedures.
- Experience with 3-D CAM software (Auto Desk - PowerMill) required.
- Must be 18 years of age or older to apply.

Company Overview

About our Company - Canon Virginia, Inc. located in Newport News, Virginia is a global manufacturer for Canon's office and consumer products. Our innovative and efficient production methods along with our environmental commitment make us a leading global manufacturer. Since opening our doors in 1985, Canon Virginia has provided world class manufacturing services. It is the policy of Canon Virginia, Inc. (CVI) to provide equal employment opportunities without regard to race, creed, color, age, sex, religion, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, national origin, or physical/mental disability except where there is a bona fide occupational qualification. This policy relates to all phases of recruitment, employment, compensation, benefits administration and participation in company sponsored employee activities. This includes hiring, promotions, demotions, transfers, layoffs, recall, training and terminations. Employment practices will conform to all federal, state and local laws on non-discrimination. http://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/ofccpost.htm

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