Senior CNC Programmer & Technical Support (Saxonburg, PA)

• Ability to read, write & develop code using Mastercam software for CNC Turning & Milling machines (Mazak, Makino Okuma & Haas);
• Provide detailed machine tooling and setups accurately and efficiently;
• Program and troubleshoot various machine programs to increase throughput;
• Heavy emphasis on fixture design and build as well as providing best practices involving tooling and fixturing to maximize production;
• Generate models and shop drawings utilizing CAD Software;
• Understand and interpret solid modeling for quoting capabilities;
• Interface directly and cohesively with Project Management team regarding customer RFQ’s and drawing specifications to identify material requirements, job costing, building and routing of BOMs;
• Evaluate customers’ product design and specifications to create quotes based on costs of selected raw materials & manufacturing processes;
• Work directly with Purchasing to ensure machine tooling is identified and ordered within the scope of requirements;
• Run production on machines as needed to meet customer ship dates and critical project schedules;
• Assist with operator training and mentoring as needed;
• Adhere to Employee’s responsibilities outlined in Cygnus’ Health & Safety Policy.

• A minimum of 7 years required and 10+ years preferred of senior level programming experience using MasterCam in a high-precision machining environment;
• Machining Journeyperson papers required or minimum of 10 years of senior level machining experience;
• Highly proficient interpreting blueprints with GD&T tolerancing and demonstrate high proficiency with G & M codes;
• Estimating and quoting experience preferred;
• Ability to prioritize work and manage multiple projects & deadlines;
• Familiarity with ERP functionality, especially M2M, is preferred;
• Must be proficient with MasterCam, Autodesk Inventor and capable of learning other specialized software;
• A goal-oriented, success-driven attitude;
• Ability to work off peak hours and available to work overtime as needed;
• Comfortable with communicating and working in a team environment required;
• Proficient computer skills in Microsoft Office required;
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds;
• Ability to work in a manufacturing shop environment (including hot, cold and/or noisy areas);
• Frequent hand to finger, handle, feel objects & tools, walking, sitting, reaching, stooping, kneeling, crouching, talking and hearing;
• Physically submit to periodic drug tests (employment is contingent upon favorable results).

This is a full time position