Some see the railway as transportation, while at Plasser American we see it as transformation. The story of how steel tracks turned the American promise into American progress and forged a trusted pathway to the possibilities of the future. It’s a story that continues today, an American legacy unfolding mile by mile. There is a lot riding on those tracks and we know that support, quality and know-how are all important aspects in staying on track.

General Scope: Responsible for developing, maintaining, and optimizing CNC programs for the manufacture of precision components. Interprets engineering drawings, specifications, and manufacturing requirements to create efficient and accurate machining programs. Evaluates tooling, machining methods, and process requirements; updates existing programs as designs, equipment, tooling, or manufacturing processes change. Works closely with machinists, machine shop leadership, engineering, and other stakeholders to improve safety, quality, productivity, and machine efficiency while reducing scrap, rework, and downtime.

Position Summary:

The CNC Programmer is responsible for developing, maintaining, verifying, and optimizing CNC programs used to manufacture precision components and parts. This position interprets engineering drawings, blueprints, specifications, tolerances, and other technical documentation to determine the appropriate machining processes, tooling, cutting parameters, sequencing, and machine movements required to produce quality parts safely and efficiently.The CNC Programmer develops programs for new jobs and modifies existing programs when there are changes to part designs, engineering revisions, materials, tooling, machine capabilities, or manufacturing processes. The position reviews programs for accuracy, proper tool paths, dimensional requirements, machine clearances, and potential programming errors before programs are released for production.The position works closely with machinists, machine shop leadership, engineering, maintenance, and other internal stakeholders to troubleshoot machining and programming issues, identify root causes of quality or production problems, and implement effective corrective actions. The CNC Programmer supports continuous improvement by identifying opportunities to reduce scrap and rework, improve cycle times, extend tool life, increase machine utilization, and improve overall process consistency.The CNC Programmer is expected to maintain accurate program documentation, follow established programming and safety procedures, incorporate approved tooling and machining technologies, and ensure CNC programs promote safe, repeatable, and efficient machine operation. The position may also assist with program testing, first-piece validation, process improvements, and implementation of new CNC equipment, software, tooling, and manufacturing technologies.

Education:

One to two years of related experience or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Knowledge: Incumbent must have proficient knowledge in the following areas:

Knowledge of current programming software - MasterCamCNC programming principles and manufacturing processes. CNC machine controls and programming software used by the organization. CNC machining operations, tooling, workholding, and cutting processes. Engineering drawings, blueprints, GD&T, tolerances, and technical specifications. Machining materials and their effect on tooling, cutting parameters, and machining processes. Basic manufacturing quality-control and inspection principles. Safe CNC machine operation and programming practices. Continuous improvement and methods for reducing scrap, rework, downtime, and inefficient machining processes.

Skills: Incumbent must demonstrate or participate in internal/external training programs to obtain the following skills:

Ability to develop, modify, troubleshoot, and optimize CNC programs for new and existing machining operations. Ability to interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, sketches, specifications, tolerances, and other technical documentation. Working knowledge of CNC programming principles, including G-code, M-code, tool paths, work offsets, cutter compensation, and program sequencing.Ability to select and apply appropriate cutting tools, inserts, holders, feeds, speeds, depths of cut, and machining strategies based on material and machining requirements. Ability to use CNC programming software, CAD/CAM systems, machine controls, and related manufacturing technology. Ability to review and verify CNC programs for dimensional accuracy, proper tool paths, machine clearances, safe machine movements, and potential programming errors. Ability to troubleshoot CNC programming and machining problems and identify root causes of scrap, rework, dimensional variation, tooling issues, or machine downtime. Ability to apply geometry, trigonometry, algebra, fractions, decimals, ratios, and other mathematical concepts to CNC programming and machining applications.Ability to understand and apply GD&T, dimensional tolerances, surface finishes, and inspection requirements as applicable to the manufacturing process.Ability to analyze machining processes and identify opportunities to improve cycle time, tool life, part quality, machine utilization, and overall process efficiency. Ability to maintain accurate CNC program files, revisions, documentation, setup information, and related technical records. Ability to work effectively with machinists, machine shop leadership, engineering, maintenance, quality personnel, vendors, and other stakeholders. Ability to communicate technical information clearly, both verbally and in writing. Ability to prioritize multiple programming requests and meet production deadlines while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail. Ability to identify potential safety hazards associated with CNC programming and develop programs that promote safe and repeatable machine operation. Ability to adapt to new CNC equipment, programming software, tooling, machining methods, and manufacturing technologies. Ability to define problems, collect and analyze data, establish facts, determine root causes, and develop effective solutions. Ability to work independently while also contributing effectively to a team environment. Strong attention to detail, organization, accountability, and commitment to quality and continuous improvement.

Benefits:

• Accrue 80 Hours of Paid Time Off during your first year of employment
• 10 Paid Holidays per year
• 401(k) match of $0.50 for every $1.00 you contribute up to 6% of your salary
• You may receive a merit bonus after completion of the audit at the end of the fiscal year
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Free Short and Long Term Disability after 90 days of employment
• Free Life Insurance – 2 times your annual salary
• Company Events
Free employee medical and dental coverage. – valued at $7,500.00 - starts on Day 1 of Employment!

About Plasser American:

As part of the Plasser family brand, which is the largest Maintenance of Way equipment provider in the world, PAC is a rapidly growing provider of railway equipment in North America. Continuing for the next few years, PAC will continue to make significant investments in the North American Market including a new office building and a substantial addition to our manufacturing facility. PAC is making the needed investments to continue its growth trajectory for many years to come. The next several years will be an exciting time of transformation. We look to the future to enhance our team and achieve our goals.