EDM-CAD-CAM Operator

Job Purpose:

Operate, organize, and structure the EDM wire machine operations and documentation.

Quote machine time costs, manage work flow, and documentation.

Create CAM programs for parts using Esprit software.
Perform part set-ups and design new set-ups.

Maintain EDM Wire machines to the TPM program and perform small repairs.

Work with Tool Room and Product Engineering on requirements.    

Job Duties:

• Create CAM part file programs from Engineering data.
• Responsible for organizing and maintaining CAD & CAM documentation.
•  Program and operate EDM Wire CNC machines.
• Fabricate new and replacement parts for manufacturing equipment
• Manufacture to tolerance levels of tool design to .0001”.
•  Inspect, deburr and clean parts for manufacturing.
• Complete necessary paperwork to close out work order. 
• Train and mentor tool room associates. 
• Perform other related work, as needed. 

Maintain work environment:

• Attend regular stretching, daily huddle, Quality at the Source (Q@S), and safety meetings. 
• Work in an organized, clean and safe manner 
• Follow approved safety procedures. 
• Report unsafe work conditions to supervisor. 
• Perform other related work, as needed.
  

Education and Experience:
Associate Degree from Technical School; 3-5 years proven Journeyman/Tradesman experience in specified fields or equivalent.

3-5 years CNC programming and EDM Wire operator experience.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Good oral and written communication skills. 
• Excellent math skills including geometry and trigonometry.
• Excellent computer skills required.
• CNC programming and operating experience required
• AutoCAD, Solid Works, Esprit CAM experience required 
• Ability to read a tool print. 
• Ability to use power and hand shop tools (drill presses, metal saws, mills, grinders, calipers, micrometers, lathes, etc.)

 Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to lift up to 70 lbs. occasionally
• Must be able to sit or stand for an eight hour shift
• Must be able to push, pull, reach, bend and work overhead
• Must wear all required PPE