Midrange Programmer jobs in Oakland, CA

Job Summary

Under general supervision, the CNC Programmer reports to and assists the Global Programming Manager. The CNC Programmer verifies the process flow of the parts through the traveler and prepares/creates CAD geometry and operational programs for the fabrication of precision parts. Develops and maintains concepts of quality, efficiency and priority.

Responsibilities - Includes but not limited to the following:

• CNC Mill Programming.
• Review and validate that the blueprints are legitimate and contain all required information to manufacture the part successfully.
• Process planning for manufacturing parts from start to finish, utilizing all production departments.
• Quoting manufacturing times for Sales
• Create prints from CAD models for Sales and manufacturing use
• Review and approve job traveler sequence of operations
• Provide accurate information and clear instructions on setup sheets for machining
• Indicate changes/additional information on job procedures, run time, and submit to the Sales Personnel for adjustments Technical assistance to Sales Personnel. (quoting, procedure, feasibility)
• Submit purchase request for special tools.
• Following in-house training, expected to logon and input required vital information into network system (Epicor)
• Update job sheet information. (Procedure, blank size, machine allocation.)
• End of project review. (finalize program and run time documentation)
• Generate accurate part geometry and prints

Knowledge and Skill Requirements:

• Fully understand the program software and CNC machines
• Ability to read and follow blueprints and general understanding of tolerance and GD&T

Education/Experience Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree and 5 years of relevant work experience, or work experience in lieu of a degree
• 3 years of hands-on CNC mill setup and machining experience
• 5 years of CNC programming using CAM Surfcam or equivalent education. MasterCam is desired.
• 2 years of CAD modeling using SolidWorks or equivalent education. Other CAD proficiency is a plus.

Work Environment & Physical Demands:

• Regularly required to use hands and fingers to handle, feel and operate computer, phone and other tools as needed
• Ability to do repetitive work, requiring strong dexterity and hand/eye coordination
• Ability to lift and/or move up to 25 lbs.
• Normal to corrected vision required

Compensation / Benefits

• Hourly (DOE)
• 100% covered by Employer for Employee coverage: Medical, Dental, Vision, Basic Life insurance
• 401k Retirement Plan with Employer matching
• Paid Time Off – Vacation, Float Personal Day, Sick Time

Employment Type

• Full-Time
• Hourly/Non-Exempt
• Swing Shift Preferred (includes additional 12% Shift Differential)