CNC Programmer

Overview

CNC PROGRAMMER (PLTX) :

Bowhead seeks an CNC Programmer to join our Manufacturing and Products Group team in Plano, TX. This role supports production operations by programming, setting up, and operating CNC and automated machinery used in the fabrication of aluminum and steel components with tight tolerances.

Responsibilities

• Provide programming support for machining parts, tools, or sheet metal on numerically controlled machine tools by writing programs of machine.
• Determine dimension and configuration of cuts, selection of cutting tools, machine speeds, and feed rates by analyzing drawings, sketches, and design data of part.
• Selects proper cutting tools for each part, by taking into consideration such factors as speeds, types of cutters, and feeds.
• Generating tooling concepts to securely and accurately hold workpieces during machining.
• Specify machinery and tooling required to manufacture a wide variety of parts in small to large quantities.
• Design and implement set-up sheets for fabrication processes to streamline production processes, reduce setup times, and ensure consistency across shifts.
• Oversee the selection, maintenance, and inventory of cutting tools. Implement tool management strategies to optimize tool life, reduce downtime, and ensure cost-effective operations.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including quality, manufacturing planning and production, to drive continuous improvement initiatives and resolve manufacturing challenges.
• Recommend process improvements that will improve quality and reduce overall costs.
• Interface with processing suppliers to effectively transfer information required to execute subcontracted work.
• Stay informed on new manufacturing technologies. Investigate and recommend new processing technologies that improve efficiency and quality.
• Support Lean initiatives and creating a culture of continuous improvement.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications