Orchard Park, NY20 days ago
Key Responsibilities * Develop CNC programs using Mastercam for horizontal machining centers * Convert existing fixture, tooling, and programming concepts into detailed manufacturing processes * Design and detail workholding fixtures and coordinate fixture builds * Develop tooling strategies and create complete tooling packages for machining operations * Support the launch and ramp-up of a newly installed horizontal machining center * Collaborate with manufacturing engineers and machinists to prove out programs and optimize machining processes * Troubleshoot programming, setup, and tooling challenges during initial part runs * Prepare setup documentation and machining instructions for production * Support multiple upcoming machining projects as new parts are introduced into the machining cell Technical Environment * Horizontal machining center (Okuma MA-4000H) * OSP-P500 control system * Mastercam for CNC programming * Large tool capacity machining center (180-tool capability) * Initial materials include aluminum billet components * Moderate to complex part geometries Required Qualifications * 5+ years of CNC programming experience in a precision machining environment * Proficiency using Mastercam or similar CAM software * Experience programming horizontal machining centers * Strong understanding of machining processes, tooling selection, and workholding design * Ability to develop CNC programs from part models, prints, or process concepts * Experience supporting program prove-out and troubleshooting machining operations * Ability to work onsite in a manufacturing environment Preferred Qualifications * Experience programming Okuma machines and OSP controls * Experience supporting new machine installations or production ramp-ups * Experience machining aluminum or aerospace components * Knowledge of fixture design and workholding strategies for horizontal machining centers * Experience supporting multi-project machining environments Additional Requirements * Ability to work onsite at the Orchard Park, NY manufacturing facility * Must meet eligibility requirements for working within an export-controlled manufacturing environment (U.S. Zip Code: 14127 Job Type: 12+ months Start Date: ASAP Keywords: #OrchardParkjobs; #SeniorCNCProgrammerJobs; #Tooling&FixtureDevelopmentjobs; Job Summary An advanced manufacturing facility supporting high-precision aerospace and industrial components is seeking an experienced CNC Programmer to support the launch of a newly installed horizontal machining center.