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K & S Manufacturing

CNC Programmer - Lead

K & S Manufacturing, Ixonia, Wisconsin, United States, 53036

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Are you looking for a collaborative culture that values their employees? Do you like working with machines and helping staff? Are you interested in working in a growing manufacturing company? Then K & S Manufacturing has a position for you. We are currently hiring a CNC Operator/Programmer - Lead K & S Manufacturing History … An agile manufacturing approach allows us to meet compressed timelines for a variety of customers in very competitive markets. A commitment to continuous improvement and vertical integration drives our ongoing investment in people, processes, and technology. K&S also invests in the latest, state of the art equipment housed in our modern facilities. K&S only manufactures for our customers. We do not manufacture our own branded products. This ensures we are focused solely on generating competitive advantage for our customers. Thomas Klusken, a military veteran, founded K&S Tool & Die in 1974. Servicing major OEMs, he had the vision to evolve K&S into a vertically integrated contract manufacturer. Our rich heritage as die makers and tool manufacturers—coupled with our manufacturing execution system—delivers supplier-led innovation. The outcome of his vision and the confidence entrusted in K&S over 40 years is reflected in the diverse markets we currently serve. Agriculture Engine large and small Construction Large truck On-and-Off highway Power transmission Process equipment Rail Seating Thermal transfer Turf care JOB SUMMARY: Design and develop programs. Setup, check programs and operate automatic NC machine tools and/or CNC machining equipment. I.

REQUIRED COMPETENCIES, QUALIFICATIONS, AND BASIC SKILL LEVELS:

High School education supplemented by an on-the-job training program, including outside training. Knowledge of computers, Windows environment and CAD communications. Work from complicated drawings, handbook formulas and specifications. Use a wide variety of precision instruments for exacting measurements. Broad knowledge in machine shop practices/techniques plus working knowledge of programming NC machine tools or CNC machining equipment. Awareness of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerance fundamentals. Must successfully complete a pre-employment physica

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Understand program format, work from operational data defining and coding tooling, fixturing and machine arrangements. Arrange, mount and secure tooling. ·

Plan operating sequenced to check fixture/work positions, tooling, clearances, speeds, feeds, etc. and adjust machine console to correct deviations from program specs. ·

Recommend tooling applications/operational sequence to assist in developing practical programming for new and unusual machining requirements. ·

May setup for and/or instruct Machine Operators of lower classification, diagnose operating difficulties and make adjustments. ·

Work from detailed or involved part drawings or specifications. ·

Work is subject to procedures relating to your department. ·

Perform other duties as instructed or directed by direct supervisor. ·

Responsible and accountable for quality workmanship and accuracy. ·

Effectively work with designers providing input to manufacturing capability on newly formed parts. ·

Support and work with all other departments. ·

Support the Company’s Quality Policy by understanding & following the policies, procedures as they apply to your job & department. ·

Support the company’s Lean Activities. This position will take the Lead Role in the Department which will include training, mentoring, and directing staff.