Austin, TX, US Numerical Control Programmer

Requisition ID: 90740-0

Sanmina Corporation (Nasdaq: SANM) is a leading integrated manufacturing solutions provider serving the fastest-growing segments of the global Electronics Manufacturing Services (EMS) market. Recognized as a technology leader, Sanmina Corporation provides end-to-end manufacturing solutions, delivering superior quality and support to Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) primarily in the communications networks, defense and aerospace, industrial and semiconductor systems, medical, multimedia, computing and storage, automotive and clean technology sectors. Sanmina Corporation has facilities strategically located in key regions throughout the world.

The Sanmina facility in Austin, Texas provides precision machining and mechanical assembly services to customers. Precision machining capabilities include vertical milling, horizontal milling, and turning on a wide range of materials including aluminum, copper, composites, stainless titanium, and high alloy steel with a milling envelope of up to 60" x 50" x 40". The facility specializes in high-mix, low volume production and also offers subassembly, integration, New Product Introduction services, and clean room assembly.

Job Purpose:

The CNC Programmer plans numerical control program to control contour path machining of metal parts on automatic machine tools: Analyzes drawings, sketches, and design data of part to determine dimension and configuration of cuts, selection of cutting tools, and machine speeds and feed rates, according to the knowledge of machine shop processes, part specifications, and machine capabilities

Nature of Duties/Responsibilities:

• Programming new jobs per Planning & Engineering procedure.

• Verifying programs with tool path verification programs to minimize programming errors.

• Updating existing jobs programs to incorporate process improvements.

• Working with Manufacturing Engineering to develop Part Methods to minimize changes and shorten lead times thru production.

• Working with Engineering & Customer to resolve drawing issues & manufacturing problems.

• Supporting the manufacturing floor to minimize downtime, solve problems, and optimize cycle times.

• Working with machinists to solve manufacturing problems.

• Evaluating and solving problems on the production floor.

Education and Experience:

• High School or Engineering certificate from a college or trade school preferred.

• 5 years of experience in CNC programming using Mastercam .

• Experience programming turn/mill centers and 5 axis programming is highly desirable.

• In-depth knowledge and understanding of machines and equipment required to fabricate parts from simple to complex..

• Computer skills including CAD/CAM knowledge and experience.

• Ability to produce Customer macro programming as required.