CNC Programmer

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voestalpine Railway Systems Nortrak, with ten production facilities across Canada, US and Mexico, is North America’s leading designer and manufacturer of special trackwork for the railway industry. As the industry’s technology leader, we take pride in providing superior products, excellent customer service and unbeatable engineering design services to our customers. We are committed to bringing innovative solutions, products and services to our customers across rail freight and transit segments.

Nortrak Blue Family Culture

Nortrak Blue is our way of life and our commitment to our united Nortrak Family.We live Nortrak Blue through our values of Respect, Responsibility, Curiosity, Courage, Passion, and Diversity.

As a Nortrak family, Safety is our #1 commitment to our employees and Quality is our #1 commitment to our customers.

We are currently looking for a CNC Programmer to join our team in Chicago Heights, Illinois.

PURPOSE OF POSITION:

Reporting directly to the Production Manager, the CNC programmer is responsible for writing all programs for the CNC machines to ensure the most efficient and effective use of CNC Machines in the manufacture of customer requirements and schedules.

TASKS & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Design jigs and fixtures for machining, welding and plate manufacturing operations.
• Make sure all programs operate in a manner that keeps all employees safe.
• Comply with all applicable safety policies and regulations, especially in manufacturing areas.
• Maintain the tool system for stocking, tracking, usage, and ordering of hand tools, carbide inserts and other small consumable tooling for the shop floor.
• Make sure all programs create a quality product that meets all quality standards.
• Work with QA and productions to ensure first article proof run is complete and within tolerances.
• Designs fixtures for machining, assembly, welding and punching.
• Assists in the maintenance, installation, and commissioning of machinery, equipment, and facilities in the plant.
• Make sure all CNC programming is complete and correct.
• Ensure programs are issued in a timely manner and in advance of production schedule needs.
• Maintain the system to control all CNC programs to aid in the manufacture of recurring parts.
• Research the processes and present ideas to result in the most efficient and cost-effective manufacturing methods and selection of appropriate cutting tools.
• Monitor operations on machines to assure that the proper tooling, cutters, and cutting speeds are being utilized.
• Reduce machining costs by the implementation of improved tooling methods, and speeds.
• Support employees with CNC program questions and issues, operator assistance and tooling issues.
• Aids in training of CNC Operators.
• Liaison with external customers with tooling or other issues.
• Cooperates and interacts with all levels of personnel with a teamwork approach.
• Adhere to Nortrak’s Safety, Quality and Environment Procedures, Practices and Policies.

WORK EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS:

• College degree in manufacturing technology or programming is preferred or equivalent experience including CNC programming experience in a heavy manufacturing environment.
• Must have excellent interpersonal and strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Must be responsible, attentive, and detail oriented.
• Knowledgeable in MS office standard and special programs, and SAP applications.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Prolonged periods of standing, walking, stooping, kneeling, crouching or climbing.
• Use hands to handle or feel objects, tools or controls, and reach with hands and arms.
• Regularly lift and move up to 20-25 pounds, occasionally lift and move up to 50 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
• Hearing abilities related to job assigned.

JOB REQUIREMENTS: (e.g. education, experience, skills and desired competencies)

• High School graduate or GED preferred.
• Welding, Forklift and Crane certification preferred.
• Ability to read work orders and blueprints preferred.
• Experience with measuring tools preferred.
• Basic mathematical calculation experience in adding and subtracting whole numbers, fractions and decimals.

WORKING LOCATION:

BENEFITS:

• A supportive, family oriented Nortrak Blue culture.
• We provide an environment where Health and Safety is our #1 priority.
• Career development opportunities and competitive pay progression.
• Competitive medical, dental & vision benefits.
• Company paid life and disability insurance.
• Paid holidays and vacation.
• Retirement plan with matching contributions.
• Tuition Assistance Program.
• Wellness Program.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Employee Recognition Programs.

voestalpine Railway Systems Nortrak (“Nortrak”) is a subsidiary of voestalpine AG (www.voestalpine.com) one of Europe’s premier steel producers with over 50,000 employees worldwide. Nortrak is closely affiliated with voestalpine’s Railway Systems group which operates in 21 countries across the globe to provide cutting edge system-based solutions to railroads and transits. Our website is https://www.voestalpine.com/nortrak/en/

voestalpine Railway Systems Nortrak is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, and any other federal, state, or locally protected classifications.

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