Mainframe Programmer jobs in Champaign, IL

Job Description – CNC Programmer Schedule: Full-Time

WHO ARE WE?
Towne Machine Tool Company stands as a testament to precision engineering and dedicated craftsmanship. As a family-owned enterprise with deep roots in the community, Towne Machine Tool has been a cornerstone of excellence in the manufacturing and prototyping industries for decades. From our humble beginnings, we have grown into a trusted name synonymous with quality, innovation, and reliability in the field of machining and tooling.

Beyond our dedication to craftsmanship, our company’s essence revolves around fostering enduring relationships, both with our close-knit team and with our valued customers. We strive to create an environment where expertise meets innovation, where tradition meets cutting-edge technology, all while maintaining the familiarity of a family-oriented business.

WHAT THIS ROLE WILL DO
Performs any combination of tasks associated with the CNC Programmer of Towne Machine Tool Company. The CNC Programmer provides programming services to support the machine shop to make products that meet the specifications of our internal and external customers. In addition, the CNC Programmer creates, maintains, and revises new or existing machining programs and develops additional applications using appropriate programming methodologies, and resolves all issues related to the machining methodologies and/or specific customer specification/requirements.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THIS ROLE

● Creates and improves CAM Post Processor capabilities

● Ensures appropriate tools and tool paths are consistent with standard machining practices.

● Has working knowledge of downloading and retrieval processes for specific programs to the machine tool.

● Creates comprehensive documentation for the machine shop, including detailed set up sheets specifying tools, tool paths, and programming methods, offers technical support using simulation software, and provides clear instructions on zero/reference points, tool offsets, tool compensation, conditional switches, manufacturing sketches/drawings, and calculation requirements encompassing basic math, geometry, and trigonometry for part programs.

● Plans machining process 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).

● Verifies settings by measuring positions, first-run part, and sample workpieces, adhering to international standards.

● Maintains specifications by observing cutting cycles; taking measurements; detecting malfunctions; troubleshooting processes; adjusting and updating programs; adhering to quality assurance procedures and processes.

● Accomplishes organization goals by accepting ownership for accomplishing new and different requests; exploring opportunities to add value to job accomplishments, speed machining, improve quality, reduce tooling costs, and optimizes material utilization.

● Set-Up and run-off Multi Axis Machining Centers

● Use inspection tools to monitor dimensional accuracy

● Trouble shoot problems and edit programs as needed

● Receptive to constructive feedback from machinist, fellow programmers, management, and others.

● Maintains safe operations by adhering to safety procedures and regulations.

● Ensure on- time customer satisfaction with products and service by producing programs resulting in defect free parts.

● Take a proactive approach to continuous improvement including productivity, quality & safety.

● Act as a "Project Leader" for the assigned jobs.

● Other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

● High School Diploma or GED

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Ability to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral or diagrammatic form; to deal with problems involving several variables in or from standardized situations. Some judgment is required to handle work situations.
• Tool and Die Blueprint reading.
• Proficient knowledge and ability to perform manual G code programming edits to improve the process.
• Understanding of different operating parameters for best machine optimization.
• Proficient in offline programming utilizing software such as Fusion360.
• Proficient in GD&T
• Degree of Physical Demands (Strengths) associated with the essential functions of this classification:
• Medium Work: Exerting up to 75 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
• Environmental Conditions (Physical Surroundings) associated with this classification:
• The Worker is Subject to Environmental Conditions: Protection from weather conditions but not necessarily from temperature changes.

Towne Machine & Tool Company is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• Overtime

Work Location: In person