CNC Programmer

Company Overview

From smartphones to solar panels, innovative technology is needed to create the devices we use every day. Silfex’s silicon components help make that technology a reality.

Silfex Inc., A Lam Research Company is the leading provider of precision silicon components used to make and operate semiconductor tools, which enable the trillion-dollar global electronics industry. Our company’s products are integral to the semiconductor equipment and optical markets. The outstanding team at Silfex makes that possible – through our people, we are advancing the world.

The impact we have on the world is made possible by focusing on our people. So we recognize and celebrate our teams’ achievements. We strive to create an inclusive and diverse culture where everyone’s contribution and voice has value. We evaluate and evolve our offerings, so our people receive the support and empowerment to do meaningful things for their lives, careers, and communities.

Program, Setup, and operate CNC machines to produce quality products that meet or exceed all requirements. Perform in-process part inspection and document results. Operate support equipment.

• Adhere to Silfex Quality Management System
• Properly document measurements and visual observations
• Inspect parts for defects and other anomalies visually and by using basic measuring equipment such as micrometers, indicators and calipers to ensure parts meet proper specifications

• Create new programs and/or update current programs as required by supervision
• Identify tooling required in program or suggest replacement tooling as required for current parts or new parts
• Create / update set up sheets for new and current running parts, as required
• Run and troubleshoot new programs or currently running programs to minimize program time or issues operators are having with programs (Including tooling or machine issues)
• Ability to make proper offsets and show operators the proper way to make offsets in the CNC machines
• Continuously suggest improvements in new programs based on operator feedback (or other stakeholders) or previously updated programs
• Establish standard work for consistent tool numbers used in programs and any other standard work to minimize variation in programs with similar machining configurations
• Use DNC software to transfer programs to/from CNC machines

• Follow all company Safety policies and procedures and report any unsafe conditions to your supervisor, manager, EHS manager in the facility
• Ability to interpret drawings, work instructions and other manufacturing related information needed to program parts
• Setup / operate CNC machines, grinders and other manufacturing equipment
• Accurately machine parts per work instructions
• Use tool setter & dresser to set tooling geometry
• Use proper material handling techniques as provided in training
• Document machine crashes
• Generate L2L request for machine issues/ troubles
• Maintain job rotation within department as required
• Perform other duties as assigned by department management or task related to special projects or assignments
• Perform 5S, general housekeeping duties and tasks

• G and M code programming
• Variable programming
• Conversational
• Powermill, or Inventor Cam
• NX programming

• Display a positive attitude and strong work ethic that reflects the Mission and Core Values of Silfex.
• Create and maintain a culture where workplace safety is part of everything we do. Provide the safest possible workplace to our employees by modeling and following all company safety policies, reporting any incidents or unsafe conditions immediately to Silfex management. Wear all PPE as required by work area or job function.
• Communication – Begin with end in mind – Communicate boldly as well as effectively with empathy and respect to inspire teamwork and collaboration vertically and horizontally within Silfex.
• Assist in applying lean manufacturing concepts and 5S. Demonstrate ownership of continuous improvement ideas and activities. Maintain organization and cleanliness, housekeeping and 5S within work area.…