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Machinist CNC Programmer – Focused & Dedicated Trades Person

Full Time

The Company

Pro-Type Industries, a third-generation family-owned business established in 1969, provides high-quality CNC machining, sheet metal fabrication, and finishing services from its headquarters in Sterling, VA. The company serves a wide range of industries, including aerospace, military, manufacturing, electronics, technology, and marine. Pro-Type is deeply committed to employee training and development, boasting a highly skilled team with an average tenure of 17 years. The company's long-standing success is attributed to its dedicated workforce, considered its greatest resource for future growth.

Under new and forward-thinking ownership and management, for us, 50 years in the industry is only the beginning. If you are looking for a vibrant, professional growth opportunity with a company that is employee centric, then we hope you apply!

The Person

Are you a single focused trades person with a steely dedication to their craft? Do you pride yourself on outperforming others and even yourself? Do you like to be able to do independent work where your dedication and skills are allowed to shine? If so, we hope you’ll apply. Pro-Type Industries is looking experienced Machinist CNC Programmer who is looking for an opportunity to be part of a growing company.

Our long-standing success is attributed to its dedicated workforce, considered its greatest resource for future growth. Our Machinist CNC Programmer is a pivotal player in the production of finished products for various customers and uses their skills and experience to apply accurate finishes to a variety of manufactured products for our customers.

Our Ideal Candidate Is

• Passionate about excellence , sets high standards for themselves and commitment to delivering quality work
• Detailed focused to the point of extreme
• Dedicated to your craft and abilities
• Committed to tasks from start to finish
• Enjoys working independently and is self-motivated

What do we offer YOU?

A very competitive compensation package

including:

• Annual fully paid training for continuing education

  • Career Growth with a professional development plan

  • Employee recognition programs

  • Health, dental, vision, sick and vacation leave, on site gym, and more

• 401k with a generous employer match

• Collaborative team and entrepreneurial work environment

Job Duties Include

• Review engineering drawings, models, specifications, and customer requirements to develop CAM programs for CNC mills (3-, 4-, and 5-axis) and CNC lathes based on individual proficiency and production needs.

• Develop, modify, and optimize CNC programs using Mastercam to manufacture precision components efficiently and accurately.

• Determine appropriate machining strategies, sequences of operations, tooling, speeds, feeds, workholding, and setup requirements.

• Create and maintain setup sheets, tooling information, work instructions, and other documentation necessary for CNC Operators and Machinists.

• Provide technical guidance and machining support to CNC Operators and other Machine Shop personnel.

• Assist with machine setups, first-piece production, and prove-out of new or revised CNC programs.

• Troubleshoot CNC programs, tooling, setups, and machining processes to resolve production or quality issues.

• Optimize existing programs and machining processes to improve cycle times, tool life, part quality, and overall manufacturing efficiency.

• Produce and support the production of precision-machined components that conform to customer drawings, specifications, and tolerancing requirements.

• Apply Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) principles when developing machining processes and evaluating part requirements.

• Use SolidWorks, 3D CAD models, and engineering data to develop and verify machining processes.

• Verify completed components using micrometers, calipers, gauges, and other precision measuring equipment.

• Work closely with Engineering, Quality, Production, and Machine Shop personnel to resolve manufacturability and production concerns.

• Identify opportunities to improve machining methods, tooling, fixtures, setup time, and production efficiency.

• Maintain accurate CNC programs, revisions, setup documentation, and other required manufacturing records.

• Ensure CNC programs and associated documentation are properly controlled and reflect current engineering requirements.

• Manage assigned programming and production priorities to remain aligned with the Machine Shop production schedule.

• Follow applicable AS9100 quality procedures, customer requirements, and internal work instructions.

• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.

• Support Machine Shop and other Pro-Type activities as requested.

• Perform other duties in support of Pro-Type Industries as assigned.

Job Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; technical or vocational training in machining, CNC programming, manufacturing technology, or a related field preferred.

• Must be at least 18 years of age.

• Previous experience programming CNC equipment in a precision metal manufacturing environment.

• Strong proficiency with Mastercam or comparable CAM programming software.

• Experience programming 3-, 4-, and/or 5-axis CNC mills.

• Experience programming CNC lathes/turning centers preferred.

• Strong working knowledge of CNC mill and lathe setup and operation.

• Hands-on machining experience with the ability to understand how programming decisions affect actual machine operation.

• Knowledge of cutting tools, tool selection, speeds and feeds, workholding, fixtures, machining sequences, and manufacturing processes.

• Experience with manual machining equipment is preferred.

• Strong ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, specifications, and 3D models.

• Strong working knowledge and practical application of GD&T.

• Proficiency with SolidWorks or other 3D CAD software.

• Ability to use precision measuring equipment, including micrometers, calipers, gauges, indicators, and other inspection tools.

• Ability to troubleshoot machining problems involving programs, tooling, workholding, dimensions, surface finish, and machine performance.

• Ability to develop clear setup instructions and effectively communicate technical information to CNC Operators and other production personnel.

• Strong mathematical, analytical, and critical-thinking skills.

• Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing accurate, high-quality work.

• Ability to manage multiple programming and production priorities in a deadline-driven manufacturing environment.

• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with Machine Shop, Engineering, Quality, and Production personnel.

• Experience in an aerospace, defense, or AS9100-certified manufacturing environment preferred.

• Dependable attendance and ability to work assigned schedules and overtime when required.

• Ability to stand for extended periods, including a full production shift, as required.

• Ability to safely lift and/or move up to 75 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation.

You should be proficient in:

• CNC Programming
• Aerospace Manufacturing

Machines & technologies you'll use:

• CNC Mill (3-4 axis VMC)