Freelance Cnc Router Programmer Jobs in Merritt Island, FL

• Oversees nightly CNC routing operations, ensuring jobs are completed on schedule and meet management targets.
• Works closely with shop floor personnel to efficiently setup CNC programs.
• Optimizes programs and manufacturing methods for continuous process improvement.
• When required, work with management to resolve CAD data technical issues. Advise and assist in developing the manufacturing of complex fixtures.
• Creates the machining process for new parts, or trouble shoots those more difficult.
• Implements proper manufacturing methods to complete parts that conform to customer quality and dimensional requirements as well as our own internal quality system requirements including AS9100.
• Set up preliminary runs to verify accuracy, provides feedback for process improvements.
• Provides recommendations to improve production methods, best use of equipment, and choice of tooling.
• Diagnoses and rectifies tooling problems and machine malfunctions.
• Performs in-process inspections on parts using precision measuring instruments and gauges.
• Observes and enforces shop floor cleanliness, ensures equipment preventative maintenance actions and documents are executed regularly, and upkeep pursuant to safety rules and company policies and holds assigned employees accountable to them.

• Experience with SAI Enroute CAD/CAM software (3+ years preferred)
• Experience with machining a wide range of engineered technical materials such as: Pyron, plastics, ablative cork, GFRP, Phenolic, Kevlar, etc. is strongly preferred.
• Experience working in an aerospace, AS9100 environment preferred.
• Ability to understand blueprints and engineering drawings with knowledge of geometric tolerancing.
• Ability to apply basic algebra, geometry/trigonometry concepts that apply to machining.
• Ability to meet physical demands of the job, including but not limited to frequent standing and walking; occasional climbing and balancing on large equipment; kneeling; bending; and crouching; occasional lifting or moving up to 20 lbs; occasional lifting or moving up to 50 lbs.
• Strong safety, quality, and teamwork orientation with track record of dependability.
• Relief modeling experience a plus.
• Basic tooling knowledge is preferred.
• Extensive knowledge of CNC routers and the machining process.
• Adhere to company policy including safety guidelines.
• Excellent verbal, communication and interpersonal skills and the ability to work well with others.
• Strong problem-solving skills.

• Must have professional working proficiency reading, writing, and speaking English
• Ability to work in office, lab, and manufacturing environments with occasional exposure to noise, chemicals, dust, industrial equipment, and temperature variations
• Ability to sit or stand for extended periods while working at a computer workstation
• Frequent use of hands and fingers for data entry, keyboarding, and mouse use
• Ability to view computer screens for prolonged periods
• Ability to communicate effectively in person, by phone, and via email
• Abilityto use a computer to complete assignments

Type: Full-time, Non-Exempt

Base Pay Range: $30-33/hr

Business Hours: Monday-Friday, 2:30pm-11:30pm EST, 9/80 Schedule

Base Location: Cape Canaveral, FL