Position Summary
The CNC Programmer is responsible for ensuring all plate/flatbar is processed through the cut station on schedule and budget while meeting quality standards. Accuracy, speed, and clean coordination with Prep, Operators, Maintenance, Purchasing, and Production Control are core to success.
Primary Responsibilities (Only Stakeholder)
The CNC Programmer is the primary owner of Plate & Flatbar through the Cut station.
Nesting & Programming
Review releases to decidebest shape (PL vs. FB) and machine (CNC, Ironworker, etc.) for all piece marks.
Verify Routes & Remarks are accurate – adjust/add as needed.
Ensure all piece marks are linked to REQ or INV.
Send REQ to Purchasing following SOP if needed
Send JCA to Project Admin following SOP when combining onto Stock material
Create CNC files using Nesting Software, making sure Tekla Combining matches.
Cut List Creation & Issuance
Ensure all piece marks are linked to a Cut List
Maintain Prep Tracker – Plate/Flatbar Google Sheet
Follow Cut List issue SOP
Coordinate with Forklift & CNC Operators for smooth flow of material matching the priorities of Stations down the line (Parts w/ Prep > Parts > Main Members w/ Weld > Ship Loose w/ Prep > Ship Loose)
Priorities & Daily Work Direction
Set daily and weekly priorities for CNC Operators.
Remove roadblocks and re-prioritize where necessary to keep releases on track.
Shop Discrepancies & Requisitions (Cut/Prep)
Start Shop Discrepancy reports and notify Lead Production Coordinator for all issues arising from:
Cut (Plate & Flatbar)
When discrepancies or issues require additional material:
Create and send Requisitions to Purchasing for:
Missing stock
Miss-cuts
Any other material-related corrections needed to keep work moving.
Production Tracking
Own Production Tracking for Plate/Flatbar Cut station in Tekla and any supporting tools.
The CNC Programmer is the primary owner of Plate & Flatbar Inventory as well as CNC consumables
Tekla Inventory – Plate & Flatbar (Conformance & Non-Conformance)
Ensure Tekla Inventory is up-to-date by driving routine yard audits. Does not include Shapes or Stock Inventory.
Unreserve surplus material once it is no longer needed for a Job.
CNC Consumables – Ensure smooth operation by maintaining sufficient stock
The Lead Production Coordinator is the primary owner for time tracking completeness for CNC Operators.
Time Tracking Completeness – Tekla
Check and ensure all time entries are complete and correct in Tekla Time Tracking for:
All CNC Operators
Follow up on missing, obviously incorrect, or late entries and ensure corrections are made.
The CNC Programmer works with the Maintenance Supervisor to ensure all CNC Machines are kept in good working condition.
Daily Inspections complete for all CNC Machines.
Coordinate with 3rd Party companies on necessary repairs
Secondary Responsibilities (Step-In Coverage / Backup)
The CNC Programmer steps in as needed to protect budget, schedule, and quality when the primary owner is unavailable or when issues arise.
Cut Lists for Shapes
Assist with or create Cut Lists for shapes (saws, in-station, etc.) as needed to keep work on schedule.
Station Releases - Create or manage station-level releases when required to keep production flowing.
Requisitions - Create Requisitions to Purchasing
Parts Gather - Support or step in to coordinate Parts Gathering to ensure fitters and third-party fabricators receive parts on time and with correct documentation.
Document Control – Scan Folder (BOL.MTR, Shipping Ticket, Etc.)
MTR Compliance – Linking MTRs in Tekla & providing to Project Manager/Coordinator when requested
Site Docs – Backup for Daily Inspections
When the responsible parties are absent or unable to complete them, step in to:
Verify and upload all daily Shop/Equipment inspections to maintain compliance and documentation continuity.
Key Interfaces
Internal:
Production Coordinators
Cut/Prep
Shop Foreman
Production Manager
Purchasing
Shipping/Receiving Manager
Project Manager/Coordinator
QA/QC Manager
Success Measures
100% of shop releases linked to REQ or INV within 24 hours of release.
95%+ of CNC Operators' time correctly logged in Tekla by Monday at 7AM each week.
95%+ of Releases with Plate & Flatbar on schedule and budget through the Cut station.
Daily CNC Machine inspections complete.
95%+ accurate Tekla Inventory (Plate & Flatbar :: Conformance & Non-Conformance)
99%+ of parts cut without rework required
Additional Information
Office and shop location is in Phoenix, AZ
Full time position
Work environment requires the ability to sit, stand, walk on uneven surfaces, and lift up to 50lbs.
EOE. M/F/D/V are encouraged to apply.
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