EDM Operator/Programmer
The EDM Operator/Programmer programs, sets up, operates WEDM, hole drilling, EDM Sinker, EDM Wire machines while working on production projects.
Duties/Responsibilities:
The EDM Production Technician carries out several essential functions.
- Capable of following routers and following specific instructions required to complete production WEDM jobs.
- Capable of multitasking to maximize throughput and get the most out of production equipment daily.
- Assist with programming WEDM machines utilizing Esprit CAD-CAM Software.
- Capable of setting up WEDM Equipment such as Agie Excellence, Agie Progresses, Agie 315, 350 Pro’s, CUT 2000X and Current & D20 EDM drills.
- Capable of performing maintenance on equipment and documenting maintenance procedures performed.
- Capable of tracking wire inventories and consumable spare parts and informing supervisors of supplies needed.
- Keeping department clean and organized while practicing 5S.
- Manufacturing close tolerance quality parts while meeting production demand.
- Capable for self-Inspection for quality of all parts manufactured.
- Continuously practices efficient techniques and creativity.
- Ability to work with tool makers and engineers to develop EDM processes.
- Additional Responsibilities:
- Capable of operating basic tool room equipment such as Bridgeport Milling Machines, Surface Grinders, and Drill Presses a plus.
- Ability to draw in CAD simple fixtures and patches required a plus.
- Work closely with associates, sharing knowledge, teaching & training of apprentices and coworkers as needed.
- Capable of working with machine tool support technicians to diagnose basic machine issues and problems.
Required Skills/Abilities:
- Ability to understand Insert Molding and Progressive Die Tooling in a job shop environment.
- Understanding of machine G-Codes.
- Ability to manage and overcome workflow constraints.
- Ability in the area of basic computer skills (WIN NT & XP, MS Office Suite).
- Strong communication skills both written and oral.
- Sodik experience is a plus.
Education and Experience:
- Technical school experience preferred or 3-5 years’ experience in the operations of wire EDM equipment in a stamping and molding shop environment.
- 2-3 years’ experience as an EDM Programmer or equivalent.
Physical Requirements:
- Prolonged periods of standing.
- Must be able to lift 50 pounds.
- Must be able to access and navigate each department at the organization’s facilities.