Senior Programmer Technician

Summary

Lincoln Electric is seeking a Programmer Technician for our Euclid, OH World Headquarters. The primary function of a Programmer Technician is to program equipment used throughout the Machine Division, which can include but not be limited to sheet metal fabrication equipment such as punches, lasers, and press brakes, measuring equipment such as tool pre-setters and scanners, and robots.  The role involves developing manufacturing processes for new products, implementing new equipment, and driving continuous improvements for quality, safety, and cost reductions.  The successful candidate will provide collaborative communication between cross-functional departments while applying knowledge and experience to innovate and drive improvement.

In addition to competitive pay, Lincoln Electric offers an annual bonus plan, tuition reimbursement, medical/dental/vision, 401(k) with company match, paid time off and many more outstanding benefits!

Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Creates programs for multiple types of equipment such as CNC lasers, CNC punches, press brakes, stamping presses, robots, scanners, tool pre-setters and other equipment.
• Creates set up sheets, procedures and documentation for the manufacturing process.
• Communicates and works with pieceworkers, vendors, customers, and internal cross-functional departments.
• Works autonomously with limited supervision to perform small to medium sized projects and day-to-day shop support.
• Ability to define tasks, estimate completion dates and communicate the status accurately.
• Assignments can be routine and non-routine and will typically involve a mix of analysis and hands-on activities.
• Typical assignments may include but are not limited to:
  • Develop and implement new processes for new products and new equipment.
  • Create/Update equipment programs, SAP routings, BOM’s and parameters.
  • Resolve safety, environmental and ergonomics issues.
  • Process improvements and optimization.
  • Perform cost analysis and drive cost reductions.
  • Evaluate and implement employee suggestions.
  • Shop support.
  • Capacity studies.
  • Quality improvements.

Basic Requirements

• Minimum 8 years of experience with vocational training in related field or minimum 10 years of experience in related field with high school diploma or GED.
• Excellent organizational skills as well as written and oral communication skills.
• Able to troubleshoot and solve manufacturing problems.  Attention to detail when needed.
• Ability to handle a variety of assignments and changing priorities.
• Good computer skills with ability to effectively use Microsoft Outlook, Excel, Word, Power Point and Teams.
• Ability to work effectively and efficiently independently, cross functionally, or part of a team.
• Possess a comprehensive understanding of programming manufacturing equipment with demonstrated performance in the job. Must be able to lift 50 lbs on occassion.
• Excellent print reading skills. 3D CAD proficiency is a plus.
• Ability to be effective working with shop floor employees and to adjust work schedules at times if needed.
• Excellent safety / quality mindset.
• Able to perform hands on work as required.
• Able to gather and analyze data to make good fact based decisions.