Job Title:  EDM Programmer / Operator

Job Summary: The EDM Programmer / Operator is responsible for programming, setting up, operating, and maintaining wire EDM equipment. This role is crucial in ensuring the production of high-precision parts that meet stringent specifications and quality standards. The EDM Programmer / Operator will analyze blueprints and drawings to determine part dimensions and cut configurations, continuously seeking innovative ways to improve processes, reduce waste, increase throughput, and enhance efficiencies. This position requires a high degree of precision, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously. The successful candidate will work closely with various departments, including the Tool Room, to ensure seamless operations and adherence to safety and quality standards.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

• Perform programming to set up and operate EDM equipment to ensure proper operation and functionality when making high precision parts.
• Ability to run the equipment while adjusting and making corrections in set-up as required to ensure parts produced are in conformance to specifications. Must verify parts meet extremely close tolerance dimensions and alignments according to blueprints.
• Analyze blueprints and drawings to determine part dimensions and cut configurations. Continuously look for innovative ways to improve processes, reduce waste, increase throughput, and improve efficiencies.
• Program machines using Smart Cam and Esprit Cam software.
• Work with and operate multiple CNC machines (EDM, Mills, Sinker, Haas CNC center EDM drill), etc.
• Perform and document all preventive maintenance on equipment.
• Enter all EDM orders/parts produced in a computer-based log system.
• Maintain inventory of supplies and spare parts, and order supplies required for proper operation when necessary.
• Maintain workstation safety, cleanliness, organization, and safety compliance. Ensure strict adherence to the 5S Standards. Exhibit behavior conducive to a healthy and safe work environment.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities Required:

• Familiarity with Mitsubishi and Sodick wire EDM equipment is preferred.
• Capability to operate all toolroom equipment.
• Ability to perform in-process inspection to ensure devices meet released blueprints using basic measurement devices such as comparator overlays, calipers, micrometers, gauges, etc.
• Requires a very high degree of precision and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Ability to effectively prioritize tasks, be flexible, and self-directing.
• Demonstrate a focus on continuous improvement and promote that culture.
• Great interpersonal skills; must be a team player and work well in a team environment.
• Strong communication, teamwork, and organizational skills.

Education, Experience, and Training:

• High school diploma or better. Two-year certificate from a technical school or community college.
• Must have at least 3-5 years of hands-on experience setting up and operating EDM machines (or a combination of CNC/wire EDM).
• Ability to read and write English, read and interpret complex blueprints and other required documents.
• Machine shop math training or better would be a plus; demonstrate accurate basic math skills.
• Ability to comprehend geometric dimensioning and tolerancing.