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Our company and its members are committed to acting with integrity, being respectful and accountable to one another, and staying humble and driven, while maintaining the highest professional and ethical standards.\nWe are steadfastly committed to attracting the best talent across our communities creating a rewarding workplace. Together we are fulfilling our purpose to design and deliver energy control solutions our partners count on to power a clean future.\nWoodward supports our members’ wellbeing and regularly benchmarks with other companies in our industry to offer an extensive Total Reward package for this position. Salary will be determined by the applicant's education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data.\nEstimated hourly base pay: Level 1: $27.00 - $42.00 hourly. Level 2: $31.25 - $50.00 hourly. Plus, overtime.\nAll Levels are eligible for the benefits below:\nLong-term incentive compensation in the form of equity\nAll members included in annual cash bonus opportunity\n401(k) match (4.5%)\nAnnual Woodward stock contribution (5%)\nTuition reimbursement and Training/Professional Development opportunities for all members \n12 paid holidays\nIndustry leading medical, dental, and vision Insurance upon date of hire\nVacation / Sick Time / Vacation Buy-up / Short Term Disability / Bereavement leave. \nPaid parental leave\nAdoption Assistance \nEmployee Assistance Program, including mental health benefits\nMember Life & AD&D / Long Term Disability / Member Optional Life \nMember referral bonus \nSpouse / Child Optional Life / Optional AD&D / Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending \nVoluntary benefits, including: Home / Auto Insurance discounts \nWhole Life Insurance / Critical Illness Insurance / Legal Assistance / Military Leave \n\nAre you ready to make your mark?\nIf you’re a skilled CNC Programmer, we have an exciting opportunity for you! In this role, you’ll join a large, diverse machine shop with high-mix, low-volume production rates, focusing on programming multi-axis CNC machines for operators to use and producing precision components.\nThis is not a CNC Machinist role. We are seeking experienced professionals whose primary responsibility is programming CNC machines that others will operate.\n** This is a 1st shift position, Monday to Friday.\nWhat you will be doing:\nDevelop CNC Programs: Creates and refines CNC code for milling and turning operations based on engineering drawings and CAD data.\nSupport Machine Setup: Collaborates with operators to configure tooling, fixtures and work holding devices for efficient production runs.\nOptimize Machining Processes: Analyzes cycle time and tool life metrics to recommend program adjustments and process improvements.\nTroubleshoot Programming Issues: Diagnoses code errors and machining disruptions, applying corrective edits to programs and machine parameters.\nMaintain Documentation: Updates CNC program libraries and process records, ensuring compliance with version control standards.\nWhat we are looking for:\nLevel 1:\nG code Programming: Expert level creation and refinement of CNC programs for milling and turning operations.\nCAM Software Proficiency: Skilled in generating and editing toolpaths using Mastercam, Siemens NX, or equivalent.\nCNC Machine Setup: Proficient in selecting tooling, calibrating offsets, and establishing work holding for precision runs.\nGD&T Interpretation: Accurate reading and application of geometric dimensioning and tolerancing from technical drawings.\nToolpath Optimization: Designing efficient, collision free tool paths to reduce cycle times and enhance surface finishes.\nMachining Troubleshooting: Diagnosing programming errors, tool wear, and machine faults to restore optimal performance.\nProcess Documentation: Developing detailed setup sheets, operation protocols, and parameter logs for consistent production.\nCAD Model Analysis: Examining 3D designs for manufacturability issues, clearances, and necessary modifications.\nMaterial Property Knowledge: Applying material specific cutting parameters based on machinability and thermal properties.\nCross Functional Communication: Explaining complex technical dependencies and coordinating with engineering and operations teams.\nLevel 2\nG-Code Programming: Expert level creation and refinement of CNC programs for milling and turning operations.\n CAM Software Proficiency: Skilled in generating and editing toolpaths using Esprit Legacy Series 20/Edge, Mastercam, Siemens NX, or equivalent.\nCNC Machine Setup: Proficient in selecting tooling, calibrating offsets, and establishing work holding for precision runs.\nGD&T Interpretation: Accurate reading and application of geometric dimensioning and tolerancing from technical drawings.\nToolpath Optimization: Designing efficient, collision free tool paths to reduce cycle times and enhance surface finishes.\nMachining Troubleshooting: Diagnosing programming errors, tool wear, and machine faults to restore optimal performance.\nProcess Documentation: Developing detailed setup sheets, operation protocols, and parameter logs for consistent production.\nCAD Model Analysis: Examining 3D designs for manufacturability issues, clearances, and necessary modifications.\nMaterial Property Knowledge: Applying material specific cutting parameters based on machinability and thermal properties.\nCross Functional Communication: Explaining complex technical dependencies and coordinating with engineering and operations teams.\nAbility to work collaboratively with machinists, engineers, and quality teams.\nPreferred Qualifications\nExperience with advanced verification tools and simulation software.\nKnowledge of lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement methodologies.\nPhysical & Work Environment\nAbility to work in a shop environment with exposure to machining equipment.\nOccasional lifting of tooling and components up to 50 lbs.\nApplication window is anticipated to close 20 days from original posting date.\nThis information is provided in compliance with the Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act and is the company’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the compensation range and benefits offered for this position. The compensation offered to the successful applicant may vary based on factors including experience, skills, education, location, and other job-related reasons.\nThis position requires use of information which is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or the Export Administration Regulations (EAR). All applicants must be U.S. Persons within the meaning of the ITAR and EAR, or eligible to obtain all required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State and/or the U.S. Department of Commerce. 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