CNC Programmer
Core
Operates GIBBS computer programming to generate CNC programs for machine tools that drill, mill, and bore.
Role type
CNC Programmer
Builds
CNC machine programs and fixtures
Domain
Manufacturing / CNC Machining
Required skills
GIBBS CAM programming, manual CNC programming, blueprint reading, coordinate calculation, tool path generation, fixture setup, CMM report interpretation, geometry calculation, speed and feed calculation
Preferred skills
None stated
Technologies
GIBBS CAM, CMM
Responsibilities
Analyze drawings to determine program input data; calculate starting point coordinates and fixture sizes; extract part geometry from 3D models to create tool paths; manually program CNC machines; set up machines and fixtures; produce first parts to verify program performance; submit first articles to Quality Control; run and complete production jobs; create setup blueprints for operators
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC