Career Opportunities

Helwig Carbon is currently taking applications for the following positions.: CNC Programmer/CAM

Apply in person, mail, fax, or email resume to: hr@helwigcarbon.com

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Position Responsibilities

Full-time, non-exempt position responsible for successfully performing the following functions with on a daily basis:

Responsible for CAM programming offline to allow CNC machines to run more efficiently
Responsible for independently setting up, operating and monitoring various CNC machining centers.
Responsible for accurately recording production deviations and other notations necessary to consistently improve and produce a high quality product.
Responsible for reading and following specific shop instructions and operating various other cutting, grinding and polishing machines to create specific products.
Responsible for performing ongoing quality checks on all parts produced from various to ensure compliance with established drawings and specifications.
Responsible for making frequent adjustments and recalibrations to various machines to ensure safe and quality operations.
Responsible for ongoing housekeeping activities and inspections of various machines and processes to ensure a safe and productive work environment.
Work with production supervisor and other department personnel in a cooperative and collaborative manner to expedite orders within the lathe area so as to meet and exceed customer expectations in a cost effective manner.
Continually suggest and assist the production supervisor with implementing department and process improvements to increase overall productivity.
Perform other functions or responsibilities as requested or required.

Skills & Abilities Required To Perform Position

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

High School diploma or GED required
A minimum of 5 years of experience in a manufacturing environment.
A minimum of three years experience operating, programming and setting up CNC machines.
A minimum of 2 years experience in CAM programming.
Experience setting up, operating and monitoring various manual lathe machines and turning centers.
Strong mechanical aptitude and ability to understand and utilize technical information.
Ability to successfully read and understand shop orders and blueprints.
Ability to successfully read and utilize inspection and measuring instruments (calipers, micrometers, protractors and ruler)
Proven problem solving skills and an ability to successfully work in an independent manner.
Solid math skills to understand product dimensions.
The ability and willingness to work successfully in a team environment.
The ability and willingness to comply with company policies and safety procedures on a consistent basis.
Excellent attendance history and ability to come to work on time every day.
Availability to work overtime as needed or required to meet department goals and objectives.

Non-Essential Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Behaviors

Attendance at trade school, or machining certification courses or secondary schooling programs.
Previous knowledge of carbon products.
Ability to provide own tools would be a plus.

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.