Wire EDM Operator​/Programmer - 1st Shift

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

At Owens Industries, we don’t measure success by how many parts come off the line; we measure it by the micron. We aren’t a production shop we are a destination for machinists who are tired of “close enough” being the standard. If you are looking for a place to mindlessly run cycles, this isn’t it. If you are a craftsman who finds satisfaction in the friction of holding sub‑micron tolerances on exotic materials for aerospace and defense systems, you’ve found the right shop.

Our clean, climate‑controlled facility is equipped with state‑of‑the‑art machining technology, and our team is made up of long‑tenured, highly skilled professionals who take pride in solving complex manufacturing challenges.

Position Summary:

The Wire EDM Operator / Programmer is responsible for producing sub‑micron‑tolerance components using advanced EDM machining systems. You are the architect of your process from programming and setup to final inspection. You will be working with world‑class Agie‑Charmilles technology, tackling geometry that would stump most shops. This is a role for the person who wants to test their mettle and sharpen their skills alongside a team obsessed with absolute precision.

• Program, set up, and operate Wire EDM and Sinker EDM machines
• Achieve sub‑micron tolerances on exotic and difficult‑to‑machine materials
• Utilize advanced CAD/CAM systems
• Interpret complex blueprints and GD&T specifications
• Perform complete machine setups, fixturing, tooling, and offsets
• Conduct First Article Inspections (FAI) and in‑process inspections
• Troubleshoot machining and process issues
• Mentor junior machinists and reinforce best practices
• Ensure compliance with ITAR and AS/ISO 9100 requirements

• 7+ years Wire EDM experience
• 5+ years EDM programming and full machine setup
• Demonstrated ability to achieve sub‑micron tolerances
• Experience machining exotic materials such as Inconel and Titanium
• Strong CAD/CAM proficiency
• Advanced knowledge of GD&T and inspection methods
• Aerospace and defense experience preferred
• Ability to perform physical job duties which may include bending, lifting up to 55lbs, kneeling, climbing, crawling, and twisting, with or without a reasonable accommodation

• Competitive Pay Based On Experience
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid holidays
• Short‑ and long‑term disability coverage
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Monthly and quarterly employee drawings
• No weekend work

Apply today to join a team that truly believes in machining to achieve the impossible.