Machine Program Technician

Job Description

The pay for this position ranges from $24.64 - $34.28 per hour based on skills and experience.

• Create and maintain machine programs and set-up sheets for CNC machines.
• Perform research in hard copy and electronic drawings, as well as technical documents, to obtain information necessary to create programs.
• Interact with machine operators as necessary to correct/edit programs.
• Travel to other BIW facilities as necessary to interact with machine operators.
• Travel to vendor facilities on occasion for training.

Required/Preferred Education/Training

• Machine Shop Graduate Apprentice or Associate Degree in machinist trade with minimum 5 years experience in machining/programming required.

Required/Preferred Experience

• Experience in generating CNC programs through various software systems including but not limited to Mastercam and CATIA V5.
• Experience in generating programs for Horizontal Boring Mills, Drills, Vertical Machining Centers, and Horizontal Lathes.
• Experience in Vericut program software is preferred.
• Experience in 5-Axis Machining is preferred.
• Ability to react to changing tool tolerances and material changes.
• Possess a high level of self-sufficiency to succeed in a limited supervision environment.
• Ability to routinely climb three flights of stairs.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks.
• Ability to work in a team environment.