Prototype CNC Programmer/Machinist

In this role you will manufacture, modify and fabricate individual components or entire assemblies to support Professional Tools Research & Development, New Product Development and Sustaining Engineering teams. You will use conventional mills and lathes along with CNC machining centers and other specialty tools such as surface grinders and wire EDM machines.

You will work with a wide and outstanding range of materials produced from multiple manufacturing processes to manufacture or fabricate finished parts. You will produce finished parts with accuracy and speed by applying custom fixturing, setups and holdings along with accurate tooling selections and CAM software.

In this Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be:

• Punctuality and Attendance are crucial for success

• Works independently on complex machining tasks

• Use CAD files, engineering drawings, sketches mating parts or sample parts to build a plan for fixturing, order of operations and required tolerancing.

• Designs and fabricates holding fixtures to be used in the machining of raw materials, castings or other components.

• Selects and secures holding fixtures, cutting tools, attachments, accessories, and materials on machines such as mills, lathes, jig borers, and grinders.

• Calculates and sets controls to regulate machining factors such as speed, feed, surface feet per minute, coolant flow, and depth and angle of cut, or enters commands to retrieve, input, or edit computerized machine control media for optimized speed and accuracy.

• Independently programs tool paths for optimum outcomes

• Monitors machining process to ensure accurate parts are being produced. Makes adjustments or corrections applying machine controls or machine programming to reduce rework or potential scrap.

• Verify finished component is within the engineering specification based on the drawing or stated tolerances.

• Communicates with engineering team to describe manufacturability issues and offers alternative solutions that meet the original design intent.

Who You Are:

You step up to handle tough issues. You persist in accomplishing objectives despite obstacles and setbacks. You partner with others to get work done. You provide timely and effective information to individuals across the organization. You continually scan the environment for technology breakthroughs.

For This Role, You Will Need:

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent

• CAD/CAM experience

• Applicable State Apprenticeship

• 5+ years proven experience

• Legal authorization to work in the United States - Sponsorship will not be provided for this position.

Preferred Qualifications that Set You Apart:

• 10+ years proven experience

• Advanced Machining knowledge

• Continuing education certificates (e.g. welding certification)

• Associates degree in relevant field

Working Conditions:

Working machine shop with moderate noise level. Exposure to running machinery and fabrication equipment. Climate controlled workspace with both heat and air conditioning.

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

While performing the duties of this job, you are regularly required to stand; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and reach with hands and arms. The employee frequently is required to walk and sit. Occasionally required to climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and talk or hear. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds with assistance. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

About Our Location

Since the invention of the modern pipe wrench in 1923, the 25-acre RIDGID world headquarters in Elyria, OH has been developing tools that help trades professionals tackle jobs faster, safer, and more accurately. Today, more than 600 employees work in 734K sq. ft. of office and manufacturing space. The campus is also home to a factory tool service center and an innovative "schoolhouse" training center that educates and trains hundreds of tradespersons annually. In addition to the iconic wrench, the campus manufactures RIDGID battery hydraulic tools, pipe and electrical tools, and drain cleaning components, as well as Greenlee step bits and knock-out tools. Emerson's Professional Tools business provides the industry's broadest portfolio of advanced, reliable tools and technologies for the mechanical, electrical, and plumbing trades.

Our Offer To You:

We recognize the importance of employee wellbeing and know that to do your best you must have flexible, competitive benefits plans to meet you and your family's physical, mental, financial, and social needs. We provide, a variety of medical insurance plans, with dental and vision coverage, Employee Assistance Program, 401(k), tuition reimbursement, employee resource groups, recognition, and much more. Our culture prioritizes work-life balance and offers flexible time off plans, including paid parental leave (maternal and paternal), vacation and holiday leave.

At Emerson, we are committed to encouraging a culture where every employee is valued and respected for their outstanding experiences and perspectives. We believe a diverse and inclusive work environment contributes to the rich exchange of ideas and diversity of thoughts, that encourages innovation and brings the best solutions to our customers.

This philosophy is fundamental to living our company's values and our responsibility to leave the world in a better place. Learn more about our Culture & Values and about Diversity, Equity & Inclusion at Emerson.

Our training programs and initiatives focus on end-to-end development, from onboarding through senior leadership. We provide a wide range of development opportunities, including face-to-face and virtual training, mentorship and coaching, project management, and on-the-job training.

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