Programmer

Virginia MetalFab is looking for motivated and energetic individuals to fill the role of Programmer.

WHO YOU ARE IN THIS ROLE

As a Programmer, you will be a part of an AWESOME office team and will work from complicated component drawings, and/or verbal instructions to produce parts that meet specifications as well as measure and inspect parts to verify that they are acceptable. The Nesting Programmer must possess practical metal cutting knowledge to make sound decisions in fabricating parts.

VIRGINIA METALFAB

Virginia MetalFab was founded in 2002 to provide the equine industry with high-quality manufactured and customized products. Since then, we’ve diversified to provide fabrication and manufacturing services to companies in a wide range of industries. Today we manufacture metal parts and assemblies for a wide range of industry leaders in the energy, utilities, transportation, and technology industries.

WE HAVE AMAZING PEOPLE!

You will love our people! We have hunters, car enthusiasts, gamers, musicians and every other variety of people. We have family people, single people, HAPPY PEOPLE! You will find friends here and we encourage you to bring along your friends too!

FUNCTIONS OF THE JOB

• Develop CNC programs for production runs.
• Analyze drawings to determine dimensions and to choose cutting tools, machine speeds, and feed rates.
• Modify existing programs for different machines.
• Maintain tooling database.
• Make manual program adjustments as necessary.
• Troubleshoot issues during the manufacturing process.
• Set up, adjust and operate lathes, mills, drills and other machine tools and machine parts to specifications. Maintain machine tools and equipment with regular cleaning and lubrication and insure operational efficiency of the machines.
• Monitor feed and speed of machines during the machining process.
• Calculate dimensions and tolerances using knowledge of mathematics and measuring instruments such as micrometer calipers, scales, dial indicators, etc.
• Read charts to translate decimal to fractional equivalents with ability to read and understand blueprints, drawings, and other engineering information in order to determine methods and sequences of operations needed to fabricate products and determine product dimensions and tolerances.
• Accurately produce parts and accurate counts to match work order quantities (measure, examine, and test completed units in order to ensure conformance to specifications).
• Read technical drawings and set up the machines in accordance with blueprints.
• Use computer software to model cutting paths and program machines accordingly.
• Perform quality assurance tests to ensure products meet design specifications.
• Adjust machine cutting paths or settings to optimize production while maintaining quality.
• Consider tools required to cut particular materials and program machines accordingly.

HOURS

Monday-Thursday 6:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Friday 6:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS

Competency Statement(s)

• Communication, Oral - Ability to communicate effectively with others using the spoken word.

• Accountability - Ability to accept responsibility and account for his/her actions.

• Accuracy - Ability to perform work accurately and thoroughly.

• Safety Awareness - Ability to identify and correct conditions that affect employee safety.

• Research Skills - Ability to design and conduct a systematic, objective, and critical investigation.

• Problem Solving - Ability to find a solution for or to deal proactively with work-related problems.

• Innovative - Ability to look beyond the standard solutions.

• Conceptual Thinking - Ability to think in terms of abstract ideas.

• Analytical Skills - Ability to use thinking and reasoning to solve a problem.

SKILLS & ABILITIES

Education: HS or GED

Experience: 4+ years of laser programming, 4+ years Sigma Nest Software, related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Must be able to set up machinery, have good math skills, and ability to work from blueprints.

Computer Skills: MS Suite, basic computer skills, Sigmanest Software.

Certifications & Licenses:

Other Requirements: Must have a full understanding of print reading and geometric tolerances. Must be able to properly use measuring tools (tape measure, micrometer, angle finder, etc.). MUST BE ABLE TO WEAR PPE SUCH AS STEEL TOE BOOTS, GOGGLES ETC.

Physical Demands

Lift/carry - Up to and including 51-100 lb frequently.

Push/pull - Up to 41-100 lb frequently.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Exposure to Chemicals – acetone, gasoline, purple powder, etching.

Exposure to outside elements and working in a non-climate controlled environment.

BENEFITS

In addition to providing you with competitive compensation, our benefits package is pretty impressive! Check out these AMAZING benefits –

What about insurance? We’ve got you covered….

• Medical Coverage: Choose from three Anthem options to get the perfect fit, including family plans, with an eye exam included!
• Dental Insurance: Smile with confidence with coverage for preventive, basic, and major services!
• Vision Insurance: Keep an eye on the future with coverage for exams, materials, frames or contacts, and even prescription safety glasses!
• Disability Insurance: Short and long-term plans to make sure you're covered when life throws curveballs.
• Life Insurance: We value you and your family with basic life and AD&D insurance, plus voluntary options.
• Accident Insurance: If accidents happen, we've got your back!
• Cancer Insurance: Supporting you with a fixed amount if you face a cancer diagnosis.
• Critical Illness Coverage: You’ll receive fixed amounts for covered illnesses, because we care.
• Hospital Indemnity: Hospital stays can be tough; we ease the burden with flat dollar reimbursements.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Confidential services for mental health counseling, budgeting, and will prep - we've got you covered!
• Pre-paid Mental Health Visits: Your mental well-being matters; enjoy 3 pre-paid personalized visits!
• Wellness Incentive: Get rewards for participating in wellness programs. Healthy living can be fun (and rewarding)!

Join our team and experience these AMAZING benefits designed just for you and your loved ones! Eligibility starts on the first day of the month following 30 days of full-time employment (30+ hours per week).

How about time off? We’ll make sure you get plenty of opportunities for some R&R…

Lots of paid time off (PTO)

PAID holidays

Anything else? You betcha!

Referral program – you get $1,000 for every friend you refer who works here for one year!

Corporate Chaplain

Boot stipend for floor workers

Liberty University online education discount

WE ARE LOOKING FORWARD TO HEARING FROM YOU!