Job Information
HARDINGE CNC Programmer/Machinist in Elmira, New York
CNC Programmer/Machinist
Open Date 2/14/2025
Shift Days
Category Manufacturing/Production
Division Forkardt Hardinge
Location Elmira, NY
Remote Position Y/N N
Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time
Exempt/Non-Exempt Non-Exempt
Description
Job Title: CNC Programmer/Machinist
Department: Operations
Location: Forkardt Hardinge – Elmira, NY
Employment Type: Full-Time
Exemption Status: Non-Exempt
Company Overview
Forkardt Hardinge is a leading provider of precision manufacturing solutions and tooling systems. We are committed to delivering high-quality products and exceptional service to our customers in the machining and manufacturing industries. Our team is dedicated to innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
Position Overview
This position is responsible for providing quality CNC programs, tooling, fixtures, and gauges required for CNC machining equipment to produce components safely, efficiently, and accurately. The CNC Programmer/Machinist spends approximately 40-50% of their time developing and documenting CNC programs, 10-20% designing and procuring fixtures, gaging, and tooling, and 40-50% setting-up and qualifying programs and completing the operation (including inspection).
Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing work area practices including 5-S, Visual Controls, Standard Work, work center metrics, and continuous improvement processes and supports team members in these processes. While performing all duties and responsibilities, the successful candidate will, at all times, model Company values and principles and act in a manner consistent with the Company Code of Conduct and Ethics.
Specific Technical Knowledge:
Experience producing tight tolerance components in a Tool Room environment.
Experienced in CNC machining processes, programs, set-ups, monitoring, change-overs, etc. using a wide variety of machine tools. (CNC Cylindrical Grinding is a plus.)
Three to five years of experience with CAD/CAM (AutoCAD, Inventor, MasterCam, SmartCAM or equivalent software programs)
Working knowledge of a wide variety of inspection devices.( Set-up / Operation / Programming of CMM is a plus)
Strong written and verbal communication skills and the ability to work cooperatively with other team members.
Willingness to learn and (at times) teach others.
Skills & Qualifications
Two-year degree from a technical school majoring in Machine Tool Technology, Automated Manufacturing, or similar degree program with formal training in CNC programming and operation. Experience will also be considered.
Compensation and Benefits
Pay Range: $33.00-$38.00
Comprehensive benefits package including:
Health insurance
Life insurance
401(k) retirement plan
Paid time off
Paid holidays
Long-term disability insurance
Work Environment
Location: This position is onsite at our Elmira, NY facility
Forkardt Hardinge is an Equal Opportunity Employer, Veteran/Disability
Employee Signature/Date: _
Supervisor Signature/Date:_
Created 01/28/2025
About the Organization Forkardt Hardinge WorkholdingFor over a century, Forkardt & Hardinge have been at the forefront of precision workholding solutions. Our legacy of excellence continues to set the industry standard, ensuring that your machining operations are as efficient and accurate as possible. We help you achieve the tightest tolerances and the highest quality parts that stand up to the rigors of your toughest machining tasks. Whether you need collets, chucks, rotary tables, or custom workholding solutions, our Workholding offers a comprehensive range of products to meet your specific needs. Our industry-leading innovation is driven by our research and development to bring you the latest advancements in workholding technology that is trusted by small and large machining professionals worldwide.
EOE Statement We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.
This position is currently accepting applications.