JOB PURPOSE
- Responsible for developing, optimizing, and maintaining CNC machining programs using Mastercam to support the production of high-precision composite components.
RESPONSIBILITIES
1. CNC Programming
- Create, modify, and optimize CNC machining programs using Mastercam.
- Develop machining strategies for 5-axis CNC machines.
- Select appropriate cutting tools, machining parameters, feeds, and speeds to maximize machining efficiency and tool life.
- Generate and verify NC code before releasing programs to production.
- Simulate machining operations to identify and eliminate potential collisions or machining errors.
- Maintain version control and documentation of CNC programs.
2. Manufacturing Process Development
- Analyze engineering drawings, CAD models, and customer specifications to develop machining processes.
- Develop machining methods that ensure dimensional accuracy, productivity, and cost efficiency.
- Participate in prototype, new product introduction (NPI), and process development activities.
- Support fixture and workholding design to improve machining stability and repeatability.
- Recommend tooling improvements and machining process enhancements.
3. Production Support
- Provide technical support during production.
- Troubleshoot CNC programming and machining issues.
- Assist in machine setup and first-piece verification.
- Support production during new program implementation.
- Investigate machining-related quality issues and implement corrective actions.
- Ensure machining programs are updated following engineering changes.
4. Quality Assurance
- Interpret engineering drawings and GD&T requirements accurately.
- Ensure CNC programs comply with customer specifications and quality standards.
- Collaborate with Quality Engineers during first article inspections and process validation.
- Support root cause analysis for machining defects.
- Participate in FMEA, Control Plan, and continuous quality improvement activities.