CNC Programmer - Watertown, WI

At Konecranes, we believe that great customer experience is built on the people behind the Konecranes name – people committed to providing our customers with lifting equipment and services that lift their businesses. Everything we do, we do with passion and drive. 

We believe diversity drives business success and is the foundation for our growth. We welcome different backgrounds and skills that enrich our community and we promote a place where we can ALL be ourselves. This is what makes Konecranes a unique place to work.

If you’re interested in taking your career to new heights, we have an immediate need for a full-time Experienced CNC Programmer in Watertown, WI. 

Job description:
As a CNC Programmer, this position will work with existing overhead cranes and hoists in the Konecranes legacy parts business.  This position will report to the Manufacturing Engineering Manager.

Specific responsibilities include:

• CNC programming of Lathes. Horizontal and vertical machining centers
• Knowledge post processors for machine tool programs
• Update and implement new versions of programming software working with internal tech support
• Standardization of methods for machining
• Work closely with shop floor personnel on setup reduction, process improvements, quality improvements to include tooling with new technologies, fixturing, and time studies

Qualifications:

• Experience in Solidworks and the add-in of SolidCam, 5S, and continuous improvement
• Minimum five years manufacturing experience. Must have a very strong machining background on Horizontal and Vertical Machining centers, with CNC lathes a plus.
• Strong organizational and communication skills are required, along with a working knowledge of computers, SAP, and Excel.
• Knowledge of tooling, using the tooling database and tool vendors

The individual must be self-motivated, creative, and organized with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously

What we offer to you:

This opportunity is for a full-time position offering you a chance to become part of Konecranes, Inc.  Konecranes is a world-leading group of Lifting Businesses™, serving a broad range of customers, including manufacturing and process industries, shipyards, ports, and terminals. Konecranes provides productivity - enhancing lifting solutions as well as services for lifting equipment and machine tools of all makes.

Benefits: Medical Plan, Dental, Vision, 401k plan with a match from day one, profit sharing, identity theft protection, accident insurance, travel insurance and so much more!

Vacation: 2 weeks of vacation per year (pro-rated for the first year depending on start date). 5-12 years of service, 3 weeks. 13+ years of service, 4 weeks.

Sick Leave: 5 days of Sick Leave per year. Pro-rated the first year after 90 days of service

Holidays: 10 paid holidays per year

Konecranes moves what matters. Konecranes is a global leader in material handling solutions, serving a broad range of customers across multiple industries. We consistently set the industry benchmark, from everyday improvements to the breakthroughs at moments that matter most, because we know we can always find a safer, more productive and sustainable way. That's why, with 16 000+ professionals in over 50 countries, we are trusted every day to lift, handle and move what the world needs.

Konecranes is committed to ensuring that all employees and job applicants are treated fairly in an environment which is free from any form of discrimination. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer - Minorities/Women/Protected Veterans/Disabled/Other Protected Category.

Konecranes, Inc. and its affiliates will not accept resumes from external recruiters or agencies without a Service Agreement and Agency Portal submission. Any resumes sent without a Service Agreement and Agency Portal submission with Konecranes, Inc. are void of any fees and free for internal use. Applicable Konecranes data protection obligations are the responsibility of the agency.