CNC Programmer I, 3-Axis

CNC Programmer I, 3 Axis

Full Time + Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k with Company Match, PTO)

Job Type: Onsite

Hourly Range: $26.00 - $39.00, DOE

Shift Differential: 10%

Shift: 2nd

Location: Valencia, CA

Fralock is an engineered solutions provider of specialty components and subassemblies using advanced materials for high reliability, severe environment, and technically challenging applications. We develop and manufacture custom integrated solutions. Established in 1967, we are a critical solutions provider to Fortune 500 corporations, government, and targeted OEMs in a variety of industries including Semiconductor Equipment Manufacturing, Medical and Life Science, Aerospace and Defense, Industrial, Electronics, and Energy. Fralock is headquartered in Valencia, CA with manufacturing locations located throughout Northern and Southern California.

VISION

To be recognized by our customers as a leading solutions provider of proprietary engineered advanced materials for high reliability, severe environment, and technically challenging applications.

MISSION

To create value, profitably grow, and share our success with all stakeholders.

CULTURE

• Respect – We treat others the way they want to be treated.
• Integrity – We practice a high standard of ethics in our business dealings with customers, suppliers and employees.
• Responsiveness – We have a sense of urgency in responding to internal and external requests and work proactively to solve problems.
• Excellence/Competence – We empower our people to continuously improve and execute high quality work.
• Teamwork – We work together to achieve Fralock business objectives by communicating at a high level, by listening and having clarity in our expectations of one another.
• Individual Accountability and Personal Responsibility – We do what we have committed to do when we committed to doing it.
• Continuous Improvement across all segments of the company

This position requires access to information controlled under the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) or the Export Administration Regulations (EAR), the successful candidate must be a "U.S. person" as defined in the ITAR and EAR (which generally means (i) be a citizen or national of the United States; or (ii) be a lawful permanent resident of the United States; or (iii) have been admitted to the United States as a refugee, or have been granted asylum, as specified under applicable law.

Main Functions

• Create 3 axis CAD/CAM programs and process files from DXF and PDF files
• Save programs from job transfer files to appropriate job files
• Set up machine and produce parts
• Evaluate, Create, Utilize tool library according to materials
• Provide technical assistance
• Conduct technical training 
• Observe, evaluate, and correct operator work for conformance
• Participating in 5S and Lean /CI

This position requires access to information controlled under the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) or the Export Administration Regulations (EAR), the successful candidate must be a "U.S. person" as defined in the ITAR and EAR (which generally means (i) be a citizen or national of the United States; or (ii) be a lawful permanent resident of the United States; or (iii) have been admitted to the United States as a refugee, or have been granted asylum, as specified under applicable law.

Typical Duties

• Set-up and run job orders according to the program and process files
• Measure and record products or materials to control quality
• Train CNC Operators/Programmers
• Create process files
• Collaborate with the Engineering group
• Maintain machine operation and detect problems as they might occur
• Apply Procedures and Work Instructions
• Support safety procedures and safe practices
• Report process or equipment deficiencies
• Assist supervisor with section personnel and work-center operations
• Clean equipment or machinery

• Safety & Continuous Improvement
• Follow all safety rules and promote safe work practices
• Participate in 5S, Lean Manufacturing, and Continuous Improvement initiatives
• Maintain a clean and organized work area and support departmental housekeeping standards
• Report safety, process, or equipment issues promptly

Required Skills

• Excellent attention to detail
• Excellent organizational skills
• Microsoft Office
• Ability to read, comprehend and follow instructions and directions
• Compare for correctness, count accurately
• Good communication skills, Strong team player.
• Good interpersonal skills and ability to deal effectively with individuals at all levels.
• Self-starter with demonstrated ability to achieve results and respond to change.
• Results and action oriented
• Positive attitude
• Ability to use precision tools, Micrometers, Calipers.
• Basic Mathematics for daily use formulas
• Critical Thinking to solve converting and manufacturing issues 
• Troubleshooting ability to utilize relevant knowledge
• Read and understand blueprints.

Preferred Skills

• Multi-tasking, Digital Cutters, CO2 lasers, Hybrid Lasers, Mills, Some college a plus,
• Phone etiquette, Cleanroom experience, GD&T experience/training, NC CAM experience

Education Requirements
 High school diploma/GED/ five (5) year’s work experience

Experience Requirements

• One-year 3-axis CNC programming through school and/or OJT
• Two years 3-axis CNC operator in a manufacturing environment

Physical Requirements

• Requires using hands to handle tools or controls.
• Requires repetitive movement.
• Must have vision (with or without assistance) capable of seeing small objects at a close distance.
• Requires prolonged standing/sitting.
• Requires lifting to 25lbs.

Working Conditions

Working indoors in environmentally controlled conditions. A cleanroom environment requires wearing smocks, hairnets, shoe-covers, and gloves, may reach temperatures as low as 66F. Safety-toed shoes are required and other Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), as needed. 

All offers of employment at Fralock are contingent upon clear results of a background check. Background checks may include some or all the following depending on job title and responsibilities:

• Social Security Verification
• Prior Employment Verification
• Criminal History
• Personal and Professional References
• Motor Vehicle Records
• Credit History

Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of a position.

Fralock provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.