Manufacturing Tech (CNC Machinist)

Join Our Team at voestalpine Railway Systems Nortrak!

Embark on a rewarding career journey with voestalpine Railway Systems Nortrak, North America's premier designer and manufacturer of special trackwork. With a legacy spanning 160 years, we lead the industry in shaping thefuture of rail solutions. As part of the voestalpine Railway Systems global network, we are committed to delivering quality products and services, including rails, turnouts, fastening systems, signaling technologies, and monitoring solutions. Operating with a presence across Canada, the US, and Mexico, we prioritize the well-being of our people, global mobility, and sustainability and innovation.

Our people are the foundation of our success. Skilled, motivated, and results-driven individuals shape our culture demonstrating our core values of Respect, Responsibility, Curiosity, Courage, Passion, and Diversity each day. it extends to shared responsibilities for safety and quality, showing genuine care for one another's growth and development, a commitment to our customers, and fostering strong relationships within the Nortrak Team and with our customers.

We are currently looking for a CNC Programmer to join our team in Birmingham, Alabama.

Reporting to the Manufacturing Engineering Manager, the CNC Programmer is responsible for writing CNC Programmers, keep up with tool inventory and work with operators for feedback and edits.

Comply with all applicable safety policies and regulations, especially in manufacturing areas.

Recommend process enhancements to improve quality, safety, and efficiency.

Support installation verification and commissioning of machinery.

QUALITY: Interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, and CAD models to determine machining requirements.

Create and modify CAD models from drawings as needed.

Ensure all programs produce parts that meet specifications and tolerances.

Collaborate with QA and production teams on inspection and validation processes.

Maintains the tool system for stocking, tracking, usage and ordering of hand tools, carbide inserts and other small consumable tooling for the shop floor.

Work with QA and production to ensure first article proof run is complete and within tolerances.

Assists maintenance staff with installation verification, and commissioning of machinery.

Develop and maintain CNC programs (G-code) for milling and multi-axis machines.

Release CNC programs in alignment with production schedules.

Maintain the system to control all CNC programs to aid in the manufacture of recurring parts.

COST: Research processes and present ideas to result in the most efficient and cost-effective manufacturing methods and selection of appropriate cutting tools.

Troubleshoot and optimize CNC programs to improve efficiency and reduce waste.

Monitor machine operations to ensure optimal tooling and cutting parameters.

Analyze operations to improve cycle times and reduce manufacturing costs.

Work closely with engineers, machinists, and shop floor personnel to improve processes

Provide technical support to CNC operators and assist in troubleshooting issues

Train and mentor operators on CNC programs and tooling usage

Collaborate with internal teams and external partners on tooling or process improvements

ENVIRONMENTAL: Adhere to Nortrak's Environmental Procedures, Practices and Policies.

Participate in and support continuous improvement initiatives in manufacturing processes.

Job Requirements (e.g. education, experience, skills and desired competencies) In lieu of formal education, a minimum of 3 years of programming experience is required.

Strong knowledge of CAD software, preferably in Siemens NX and SurfCAM.

Strong knowledge of G-code programming and CNC controls.

Skilled in creating CAD models from drawings and modifying existing model features.

Solid understanding of machining processes, tooling, and materials.

Computer literacy, including Microsoft Office applications.

Experience in heavy manufacturing or rail/industrial environments preferred.

Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.

Occasional travel may be required which includes walking, standing, sitting and driving from short to long periods of time.

Competitive medical, dental & vision benefits

Company paid life and disability insurance

Paid holidays and vacation

Retirement plan with matching contributions

Employee Assistance Program

If you think you have the necessary qualifications and drive to excel in our team, we invite you to apply now and join us at voestalpine Railway Systems Nortrak. voestalpine Railway Systems Nortrak ("Nortrak") is a subsidiary of voestalpine AG ( one of Europe's premier steel producers with over 50,000 employees worldwide. Our website is

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