CNC Technician

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Weiss-Aug, is a leading provider of advanced manufacturing and engineering solutions with advanced facilities across the U.S. and Mexico for over 50 years.

Why Join Us?

At Weiss-Aug we are driven by a commitment to excellence, innovation, and continuous improvement. As a recognized leader in the industrial and commercial sectors, specializing in high-volume metal stamping, thermoplastic molding, and value-added assembly solutions for the medical, aerospace & defense, automotive, interconnect, telecommunications and consumer goods industries, we take pride in cultivating a collaborative and forward-thinking work environment.

We're currently seeking a passionate and skilled CNC Technician to join our team and contribute to our mission of delivering high-quality, engineered solutions to our customers worldwide. In this role you will be responsible for programming/operating 3-axis or higher CNC milling centers or similar equipment. Must be capable of programming cutting paths based off supplied CAD geometry, setting-up /fixturing work pieces in machines and efficiently operating /maintaining the equipment to produce progressive die components within a tolerance of +/- .0001” of expected dimensions.

Responsibilities:

• Program cutting paths of CNC machining equipment utilizing Computer Assisted Machining (CAM) software and CAD geometry supplied by Engineering. Archive data as required for future use.
• PCNC – Develop electrode geometry from solid models of work components.
• Efficiently operate CNC machining equipment. Responsible for producing or accurately reproduced tool components within +/- .0001” of CAD geometry according to the published CNC work center schedule.
• Assist in developing the CNC work center schedule.
• Perform routine maintenance on CNC machining equipment as specified. Responsible for coordinating subcontracted service/repair work of CNC machining equipment and ancillary equipment whenever necessary. Responsible for maintaining proper tool condition/degree of sharpness to ensure operator safety and optimal cutting speeds.
• Coordinate the purchase of CNC machining equipment spare parts and tooling. Responsible for maintaining an adequate stock of critical spare components and tools to ensure that equipment will remain operational in the case of failure of commonly replaced items.
• Arrange and track the purchase of CNC machining center consumable products including cutting fluid /coolant, mill cutters, electrodes, etc.
• Maintain an inventory of clamps/fixtures/vises to ensure proper work holding is achieved.
• Assist in the design of fixtures, gages and other custom tooling or equipment as required.
• Provide technical assistance to Engineering and Toolroom regarding CNC machining design and process issues throughout die design, die fabrication and grooming.
• Instruct and mentor Toolroom apprentices.
• Maintain integrity of W-A Design Engineering files/databases.
• Ensure quality conformance checks of finished components is performed such as Point Cloud scans with reports in PCNC.
• Other duties as assigned by WEDM/ PCNC Group Lead, Toolroom Managers or V.P. of Engineering.