Title CNC Programmer  About the Organization Founded in 1989, Thorlabs seeks to accelerate the forward movement of scientific discovery and advancement! As a vertically integrated manufacturer of photonics components, instruments, and systems, our vast product portfolio includes over 20,000 items, ranging from optics and optomechanical positioning components to imaging systems, many of which are customer inspired. Photonics is the foremost technology driving innovation in science and engineering. As the number of technological innovations has grown, Thorlabs has extended its core competencies in an effort to play an ever increasing role serving the Photonics Industry at the research end, as well as the industrial, life science, medical, and defense segments. Headquartered in Newton, NJ, Thorlabs has grown to approximately 2300 employees with manufacturing and sales offices in the United States, Canada, United Kingdom, Germany, France, Sweden, Japan, China, and Brazil. As light-based technologies push into new markets, Thorlabs plans to enter early with the products and services required to ensure the ultimate success of our customers.   Category Mechanics   Location Corporate Headquarters - Newton, New Jersey   Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time   Description The position is responsible for the full layout, fixturing and programming of multi-tasking CNC lathes and or 3-5 axis milling machines in a fast-paced, team environment. The position is responsible for programming the day-to-day operations of our CNC machining centers and CNC lathes used to meet both production schedules and the rapid prototyping requirements of R&D. This position will include interacting with both manufacturing and R&D teams to ensure continuous improvement of production and quality processes. This individual must be able to work independently and troubleshoot when unplanned problems occur. Working hours are from 5:45am - 4:15pm. Essential Job Functions include the following, but are not limited to: Provide machining support for the fabrication of components which range in size from miniature to large and include common materials as well as materials with hazardous characteristics. Work from complex drawings, prototype sketches, electronic files and/or verbal instructions to facilitate the manufacturing of parts and assemblies by programming CNC mills and lathes and a variety of general machine shop equipment. Production of high precision parts with the ability to write and troubleshoot machine programs. Recommend and implement cost reduction strategies for new and existing work Actively pursues new machining technologies and researches state of the art equipment to keep our shop at the leading edge of technology. Provides labor and material estimates developed from provided drawings, electronic files and blueprints. Demonstrate basic understanding of CAD packages such as SolidWorks. Capable of working independently in GibbsCAM utilizing 3D models imported from SolidWorks. Must be proficient in all areas of MS Office Qualifications Experience: Minimum of 10 years’ experience in a machining environment. Education: High school education with additional training in machining. Specialized Knowledge and Skills: Thorough knowledge of CNC Lathes, Vertical and Horizontal CNC Milling Machines Ability to program complex work pieces on 4+ axis equipment. Experience with Haas, Fanuc and Okuma controls. Understanding of manual programming (G codes/M codes) Familiar with the operation of DNC systems. Capable of fabricating precision tools and fixturing. Experience machining tight tolerances and complex geometries. Solid understanding of geometric dimensions and tolerances. Programming experience of multi-tasking machines a plus. Working knowledge of Solid Works is required GibbsCAM experience is a must. Thorlabs values its diverse environment and is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified individuals will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age or veteran status. Job descriptions are not intended as and do not create employment contracts. The organization maintains its status as an at-will employer. Employees can be terminated for any reason not prohibited by law.   EOE Statement We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.   This position is currently not accepting applications. To search for an open position, please go to http://thorlabs.appone.com WE ALSO RECOMMEND Other Jobs Within Same Category -- None found -- Other Jobs Within 60 Miles -- None found --

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