NC Programmer Level 1

About Flowserve Corporation

Flowserve Corporation is a worldwide leader in manufacturing pumps, valves, seals, and providing aftermarket services. The company serves critical industries including energy, clean water, and pharmaceuticals. It fosters a work culture centered around creativity, innovation, and excellence, grounded in core principles of People, Safety, Integrity, Ownership, and Ingenuity. Employees at Flowserve are offered meaningful growth prospects, competitive rewards, and opportunities to contribute to impactful flow control solutions globally.

Role Overview

This position involves independently designing, developing, and validating CNC programming for various metal-cutting machinery. The role carries responsibility for ensuring the safety, quality, on-time delivery, and efficiency of CNC programming processes. The incumbent will also provide production assistance, tackling machine and process troubleshooting as needed.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide support to the NC programming team and collaborate closely with peers.
• Acquire and apply technical knowledge continuously through job tasks.
• Coordinate with counterparts to manage workflow and job rollouts effectively.
• Oversee CNC program management including secure handling within server environments.
• Consistently meet individual performance metrics and contribute to team objectives.
• Select suitable tooling and manufacturing processes tailored to specific requirements.
• Maintain accurate and timely records of work performed via timecards.
• Engage with the engineering department when processing jobs demands additional input.
• Ensure adherence to customer delivery timelines and uphold team punctuality standards.
• Demonstrate flexibility in programming across regions considering local differences.
• Adopt and promote Continuous Improvement Process (CIP) culture, enhancing routine tasks and streamlining workflows for better output.
• Create CNC programs using CAM software (Esprit), accurately interpreting technical drawings including symbols, sectional views, and detailed component illustrations.
• Utilize CAD/CAM technologies and related computer tools for program development and tool path modeling.
• Adapt to programming across diverse machine tools by understanding machine-specific programming variations.
• Recommend modifications in drawings to improve the manufacturability of components.
• Follow written procedures and instructions thoroughly.
• Exhibit proficiency in creating, editing, and managing Microsoft Excel spreadsheets relevant to assigned duties.
• Take on additional responsibilities related to committee participation and portfolio management as required.
• Perform other assigned tasks as necessary.

Preferred Qualifications and Skills

• Strong analytical abilities combined with sound engineering fundamentals.
• Committed to ethical practices and maintaining integrity.
• Effective communicator and collaborative team member.
• Self-driven with strong interpersonal capabilities.
• Familiarity with PC operations including troubleshooting basics such as network drive mapping and folder navigation.
• Basic understanding of shop floor workflows and manufacturing practices.
• Ability to correctly handle routing codes such as PS0021, SD0800, SF0010, Times within PRMS systems.
• Foundational programming skills for lathe or drill operations.
• Experience with Esprit CAM software is an advantage.
• Capability to read and interpret technical drawings related to seals and parts.
• Knowledge of the imperial measurement system (inches).
• Understanding of CNC machine programming fundamentals including different code languages.
• Ability to interpret GD&T symbols and comprehend their impact on programming processes.
• Identify milling processes applicable to parts and align programming accordingly.
• Experience with Mazak Integrex machinery is beneficial.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD software environment is a plus.
• Educational attainment: High School Diploma or GED with up to 2 years relevant experience preferred.

Additional Information

Flowserve promotes equal employment opportunities, including for individuals with disabilities and protected veterans. They provide accommodations upon request for applicants limited due to disabilities. Candidates may request reasonable accommodations by contacting the company through designated channels.