Clinical Programmer jobs in Peoria, IL

OBJECTIVE

The incumbent develops programs to control machining, fabricating or processing of parts by automatic machine tools, equipment, and/or systems.

Duties and Responsibilities

Assists in process improvement activities

CNC

• Writes and stores programs on electronic media
• Determines the sequence of machine operations, and select the proper cutting tools, where applicable, needed to machine or fabricate parts into the desired shapes
• Enters computer commands to store or retrieve parts patterns, graphic displays, or programs that transfer data to other media
• Revises programs to eliminate errors, and retest programs to check that problems have been solved
• Analyzes job orders, drawings, blueprints, specifications, and design data to calculate dimensions, tool selection, machine speeds, and feed rates
• Writes instruction sheets for a machine operator to guide setup
• Observes machines on trial runs or conduct computer simulations to ensure that programs and machinery will function properly and produce items that meet specifications
• Modifies existing programs to enhance efficiency
• Determines reference points, machine cutting paths, or hole locations, and compute angular and linear dimensions, radii, and curvatures
• Compares computer printouts with original part specifications and blueprints to verify accuracy of instructions
• Performs tests on machinery to diagnose malfunctions; checking blueprints or repair manuals as necessary

MAINTENANCE

• Assists in troubleshooting and root-causes analyses on machines, equipment, or devices to access and remove defective parts, using hoists, cranes, hand tools, or power tools
• Assists in performing routine maintenance, such as inspecting drives, motors, gears, or belts, checking fluid levels, replacing filters, or doing other preventative maintenance actions.
• Assists in repairing machines, equipment, or structures, using tools such as hammers, hoists, saws, drills, wrenches, or equipment such as precision measuring instruments or electrical or electronic testing devices
• Assists with general handyman repairs or maintenance on the building, including grounds maintenance
• Performs all work in accordance with established standards and safety procedures
• Maintains a clean, safe work area free of foreign materials
• Participates in training and cross-training efforts as needed
• Other duties as assigned

REQUIRED JOB SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or GED required
• Machine operating and program writing experience
• Industrial maintenance technician or mechanic experience
• Ability to read, understand, and apply information from manuals or catalogs
• Properly use a wide variety of tools (manual and power)
• Demonstrated high level of quality in workmanship
• Math, reading, and reasoning skills; including algebra and geometry
• Ability to communicate effectively, written and oral
• Demonstrated ability to follow written and verbal instructions
• Demonstrated multi-tasking ability to adjust priorities based on manufacturing needs
• High attention to detail
• Ability to work independently or with a team

supervisory responsibilities

• This position does not include supervisory responsibilities

physical demands/ ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

This position is located in an industrial/production environment, with exposure to:

• Ability to frequently sit, stand, walk, reach within hands and arm's length, stoop, kneel, and crouch
• Regularly required to stand for long periods of time
• Arm-Hand Steadiness - The ability to keep your hand and arm steady while moving your arm or while holding your arm and hand in one position.
• Manual Dexterity - The ability to quickly move your hand, your hand together with your arm, or your two hands to grasp, manipulate, or assemble objects.