CNC Mill Programmer

RealTruck is the premier manufacturer and digital destination of accessories for truck, Jeep®, Bronco® and off-road enthusiasts around the world. Real Truck’s 5,000+ associates operate from 72 facilities across four continents. ARE is the company behind all your favorite fiberglass, aluminum, and tonneau covers and truck caps. You can be a part of making an awesome product!

POSITION SUMMARY

The CNC Programmer will be responsible for programming CNC mills for creating fiberglass patterns and tools. This position will read blueprints and CAD files to understand the patterns being machined and program these patterns for 5-axis machining. This position will also create tool features such as flanges and mold bases for each pattern. This position is also responsible for the design and layout of the pattern structure to be machined, setting up and running the mill and light maintenance and support of the mills, working in design and development environment.

CORE FUNCTIONS

• Create and modify CNC programs using IGES files in MasterCam software for machining tool patterns for building fiberglass production molds.
• Design and build pattern structures (“bucks”) to be machined. This involves laying out and cutting various materials and working with various tools and materials such as saws, sanders, grinders, glue guns and others.
• Responsible for machine setup, including selection and setup of tools and fixturing for new or existing programs.
• Responsible for cutting of patterns, both rough cuts and finish cuts.
• Check dimensions of finished patterns.

• Enhance the department through software development and analysis of alternative processes and materials.
• Call in outside consultants as necessary to assist with programming, computer or CNC mill problems.
• Create and submit purchase requests for cutting tools, pattern materials, holding tools/fixtures, maintenance supplies and others.
• Provide machine maintenance support, including software.
• Help maintenance technicians for troubleshooting machine downtime, including software.
• Work with various departments such as Tooling department regarding information gathering, core construction and feedback; Purchasing department to order materials and tools; Engineering department regarding design issues; and Receiving department regarding moving equipment, storage, and receiving materials.
• Perform administrative functions such as maintenance and backup of computers and software.
• Troubleshoot various problems with computer, translation, and milling machine.

QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS

Education and Experience Required:

• Technical trade education or associates degree is required.
• 3+ years experience is required, or a combination of education and experience.

Skills, Abilities, and Knowledge Required:

• Ability to read and comprehend detailed part prints.
• Ability to interpret and modify detailed 3D CAD models using SolidWorks software.
• Knowledge of programming CNC mills.
• Ability to read, write, speak, and comprehend English.
• Working knowledge of MasterCAM machine programming software.
• Working knowledge of SolidWorks 3D CAD software.
• Skilled in Microsoft Office products, including Excel, Word, Outlook.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret graphs.
• Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions.

Travel

• Occasional travel may be required.

Perks That Go the Extra Mile:
At RealTruck, we take care of our people—because they drive our success. Enjoy great benefits like medical, dental, and vision coverage, company-paid life insurance and disability, and a 401(k) with company match (eligible the first of the month after you start). Need balance? We’ve got wellbeing days and parental leave. Want to grow? Take advantage of educational reimbursement. Plus, earn referral bonuses and score exclusive employee discounts on RealTruck products. Great benefits. Great people. Even better careers.

About RealTruck:

RealTruck is the premier manufacturer and digital destination of accessories for truck, Jeep®, Bronco® and off-road enthusiasts around the world. Globally headquartered in Ann Arbor, Michigan, RealTruck’s 6,000+ associates operate from 35+ facilities across four continents. RealTruck’s industry leading product portfolio, which includes the Husky Liners total vehicle protection brand, boasts over 1,000 patents and pending applications. The company’s omni-channel retail approach delivers a seamless consumer experience online at RealTruck.com, as well as through its 12,000+ dealer network and automotive (OEM) partnerships.