CNC Programmer / Operator

Tasks

DK International Associates, Inc. (DKIA) is seeking a skilled programmer and CNC operator to lead a production team in its Fort Lauderdale facility. DKIA is an engineering and precision manufacturing company with capabilities including CNC machining and turning, laser-cutting, electrical assembly, kitting and new product development.

The Machine Shop CNC Programmer shall lead new manufacturing process developments and manufacturing initiatives as well as supporting daily production needs for the department and its personnel. CNC programming for vertical milling, 5-axis milling, lathes and laser cutting along with associated fixturing design and fabrication is a critical requirement of this position. Additionally, this role is expected to design, develop, and continuously improve processes around CNC operations and other fabrication capabilities to increase the efficiency and quality of production.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Improve manufacturing processes through daily analysis of activities including tooling selections, cutting & programming processes/techniques, improved fixturing, internal communications, supply chain selection/coordination and documentation.
• Capacity and capabilities planning to support company growth and capabilities.
• Provide backlog planning and daily scheduling of work in accordance with management and customer expectations.
• Support sourcing of production needs if required to meet customer expectations (e.g., outsourcing to strategic partners).
• Quote jobs and report results to Program Manager.
• Ability to work under pressure, handle and manage several priorities simultaneously.
• Ability to switch from production to prototype and back.
• Coordinate production schedule and collaborate with Program Manager & Machine Shop Manager.
• Working knowledge of all production equipment and ability to program, set up and operate.
• Ability to use offline software to program machines.
• Working with customers, both internal and external. To include tooling and material vendors.
• Solicit new customers.
• Negotiate, and build relationships with, our supply chain partners

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• Inventory management

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• Maintain a preventative maintenance schedule for all machines.
• Adherence to all safety policies and promote safety in the shop area.

Requirements

Associates degree from two-year college or university in mechanical, industrial or process engineering or equivalent manufacturing experience.

• Minimum five years related manufacturing or process engineer experience
• Machining experience required running different types of CNC equipment (Lathes, 3 or 5 axis mills, multitasking machines)
• Software experience:
• Experienced with CNC programming CNC utilizing SolidCam or Mazatrol
• Ability to learn programming for Laser using EdgeLaser
• Ability to operate CNC machines (Mazak VC500A 5axis machining center, Nexus 510C-II vertical machining center, 205MSY CNC Quick Turn Turning Center)
• Ability to read programming code

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• Experience with production processes including milling, cutting, forming or assembly
• Ability to read engineering drawings (dimensioning and geometric constrains)
• Experience with measuring tools (calibers, micrometers, indicators, gauge blocks, pins, etc.)
• Basic understanding of cutting tool designs and styles used in turning and milling

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• Ability to use CAD (2D and 3D) programs to design simple components, work holding and to adjust part models; ability to use 3D CAD models as input for CAM programs to create parts
• Other software requirements: Microsoft Office (SolidWorks a plus and/or experience with other CAD/CAM software)

DKIA is an Equal Opportunity Employer Drug Free Workplace.