EDM Production Technician
On-siteBloomfield, Connecticut, United States
Job Summary
Program, set up, and operate WEDM and hole drilling equipment while executing production projects and managing wire inventories. Assist with programming machines using Esprit CAD-CAM software, perform maintenance, and document procedures. Track consumable spare parts, maintain a clean 5S environment, and conduct self-inspections for close tolerance quality parts. Collaborate with tool makers and engineers to develop EDM processes, diagnose basic machine issues, and train apprentices. Requires 2-3 years of EDM programming experience or equivalent technical school training, with a preference for understanding Insert Molding and Progressive Die Tooling.
Required Qualifications
- Capable of following routers and following specific instructions required to complete production WEDM jobs
- Capable of multitasking to maximize throughput and get the most out of production equipment daily
- Capable of setting up WEDM Equipment such as Agie Excellence, Agie Progresses, Agie 315, 350 Pro's, CUT 2000X and Current & D20 EDM drills
- Capable of performing maintenance on equipment and documenting maintenance procedures performed
- Capable of tracking wire inventories and consumable spare parts and informing supervisors of supplies needed
- Keeping department clean and organized while practicing 5S
- Manufacturing close tolerance quality parts while meeting production demand
- Capable for self-Inspection for quality of all parts manufactured
- Ability to work with tool makers and engineers to develop EDM processes
- Ability to understand Insert Molding and Progressive Die Tooling in a job shop environment
- Understanding of machine G-Codes
- Ability to manage and overcome workflow constraints
- Ability in the area of basic computer skills (WIN NT & XP, MS Office Suite)
- Strong communication skills both written and oral
- Technical school experience preferred or 3-5 years' experience in the operations of wire EDM equipment in a stamping and molding shop environment
- 2-3 years' experience as an EDM Programmer or equivalent
- Prolonged periods of standing
- Must be able to lift 50 pounds
- Must be able to access and navigate each department at the organization's facilities
Desired Qualifications
- Capable of operating basic tool room equipment such as Bridgeport Milling Machines, Surface Grinders, and Drill Presses a plus
- Ability to draw in CAD simple fixtures and patches required a plus
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