Basic Qualifications

High School Diploma or GED  Must have 3-5 years of CNC programming experience with various types of machining and Fanuc controls. Must be proficient in Surf CAM software.  Must be available and willing to work overtime as needed Employees must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.  This position entails access to export-controlled items and employment offers are conditioned upon an applicant's ability to lawfully obtain access to such items.

Preferred Qualifications

Technical certificate or program completion in CNC machining or CNC/CMM programming.  Familiar with ISO and LEAN manufacturing practices.  Knowledge of CAM and CAD software (Mastercam, Autodesk Fusion, Siemens NX CAM, Autodesk PowerMILL and ESPRIT). Must demonstrate proficient computer literacy.  Proficient with CAM and CAD software.  Must be adaptable to changing work environment, competing demands and able to deal with frequent changes, delays, or unexpected events.  Must demonstrate excellent troubleshooting techniques and critical thinking skills.  Competent in maintaining databases or archives of programs, operation sheets, tooling, and work instructions.  Able to understand and translate G&M machine code  Familiar with individual CNC/CMM machine safety features/dangers as they relate to production and operator usage.  Able to read drawings and specifications with a proficient understanding of GD&T.  Knowledgeable of manufacturing practices for various materials.  Able to choose proper tooling and operation sequences dependent on required tolerances.  Knowledgeable of how various materials and conditions affect metrology.  Demonstrate competence in efficient CNC/CMM programming techniques  Knowledgeable of various CMM probe and stylus types as well as CNC tool holder types.  Experience with close tolerance high speed machining. Strong oral and written communication skills. Must be self-motivated, an independent thinker, and able to work efficiently with minimal supervision. 

Howmet Aerospace, headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, is a leading global provider of advanced engineered solutions for the aerospace and transportation industries. The Company’s primary businesses focus on jet engine components, aerospace fastening systems and titanium structural parts necessary for mission-critical performance and efficiency in aerospace and defense applications, as well as forged wheels for commercial transportation. Howmet Aerospace is transforming the next phase of more fuel-efficient, quieter aerospace engines and sustainable ground transportation. For more information, visit www.howmet.com. 

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Howmet Aerospace’s Hampton Structural Castings (HSC) is seeking an CNC Programmer Engineering Technician who has a demonstrated ability to achieve results, as well as the passion to put that experience to work to lead activities and support the plant/location team to achieve manufacturing excellence.  Our organization is dedicated to rapid, profitable growth through operational excellence and career development.  If you are an energetic professional who wants to be a part of a dynamic team, we encourage you to apply.  

Essential Job Functions & Responsibilities:

Maintain a safe working environment by adhering to, and enforcing, all safety procedures and policies including use of personal protective and other equipment as required. Communicate effectively with co-workers, management, customers, and others in a courteous and professional manner. Adequate and timely completion of assigned tasks.  Responsible for day-to-day machine shop coordination of programming issues. Generation of CAM System wire and solid modelling files. CAM post editor file creation, organization, and management. Create and upload operator ready G&M code program solutions for safe CNC Turning and Machining Center production operations. Develop advanced manufacturing programs for high-speed CNC Turning and Machining Center applications. Create programs for parts with geometry or tolerances that exceed the capabilities of manual inspection equipment.   Choose proper tooling, feeds and speeds, tool holders, and probes required for various materials and part geometry.  Create CNC tool pathing to ensure safe clearance movements around work pieces with non-interference proofing. Demonstrate understanding of when to utilize high efficiency practices and advanced tool paths.  Perform in process inspection using manual inspection equipment.  Understand inspection intent.  Create work instructions for program set ups and machine use.  Operate machinery as requested by management. Interface with supervisor and/or area lead regarding troubleshooting support, edits, and optimization.  Create and maintain a master tool list  Work with various tooling venders to reduce tooling spend without negatively impacting quality, efficiency, or morale.  Manage tooling to ensure no stockouts  Lead and participate in continuous improvement activities.  The Manufacturing CNC Programmer may perform other special projects or duties as required to support business needs.