Manufacturing - CAD/CAM - SolidWorks - Technician, Second Shift

Planet Green Search is hiring a Manufacturing CAD/CAM Technician for the second shift in Fontana, CA. The role involves creating and editing 3D models in SolidWorks, programming NC for turret punch presses and laser cutting, and troubleshooting in a manufacturing environment. Candidates should have at least 2 years of experience in sheet metal design and CAM programming, with strong computer skills and a willingness to learn.
Our Client: ISa $30M, fully integrated manufacturer, operating from a 100,000 square foot facility in Southern California.

This Role is onsite, Second-shift, 2-10 PM in Fontana, CA

Manufacturing - CAD/CAM - SolidWorks - Technician

The Manufacturing CAD/CAM Technician is responsible for creating/editing 3D models using SolidWorks and for creating/editing/setting up single Numerical Control (NC) programs for turret punch presses and nested files for laser cutting using SigmaNest Computer Aided Manufacturing (CAM) software.
• Must be able to work in an expansive, highly active manufacturing environment and learn production processes and resolve issues directly in the production area.
• Embrace the cross-training culture by a willingness to learn other jobs or tasks within the facility.
• Know and abide by company rules and policies with regards to safety and conduct, including the use and maintenance of company provided PPE.
• Flexible schedule is required in regards to overtime and start time according to work volumes.
• Design, model, and test prototypes assemblies of products in SolidWorks.
• Generate all NC programs for steel metal laser and CNC turret punch presses utilizing SigmaNest CAM programming software.
• Read and interpret work orders/drawings/blueprints/sketches, along with written and verbal instructions to produce and edit part drawings/layouts in Solid Works and print part layouts for manufacturing.
• Capable of trouble shooting and resolving issues with programs or missing NCs.
• Perform visual and dimensional inspections of parts as requested by operators or supervisors.
• Collaborate with office personnel, leads, and shop floor personnel to answer customer or sales questions about orders and manufacturing issues related to drawings or assemblies.
Looking for:
• Two or more years of sheet metal design using SolidWorks 2014 or above for modeling and design.
• Two or more years of turret/laser programming using a CAM software for programming sheet metal parts.
• Strong computer skills including Microsoft Excel and Outlook.
• Communicate and work well in routine/unplanned circumstances with sales, Team Leads, and shop personnel.
• Experience using SigmaNest a plus.
• Experience operating a Laser or CNC Turret Punch a plus.
• Understanding of 5S and lean manufacturing a plus.
• 2+ years' experience in a custom manufacturing environment.
• Solidworks: 2 years (Required)
• NC programming of turrets/Laser using a CAM software: 2 years (Preferred)
Manufacturing - CAD/CAM - SolidWorks - Technician