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Job Description

For the Launchteam in Schunk Xycarb Technology, we are looking for a CNC Milling Programmer As a CNC Milling Programmer, you play a key role in manufacturing highly engineered graphite and silicon carbide components for the semiconductor industry. You will set up, program, and optimize advanced 3-axis, 4-axis, and 5-axis CNC milling machines to produce components that meet the highest standards of precision and quality. Working closely with Engineering, Quality, and Production teams, you will develop efficient machining strategies, create and validate CNC programs, and support the introduction of new products into manufacturing. You will act as a technical specialist on the shop floor, troubleshooting complex machining challenges and continuously improving processes, tooling strategies, and machine performance. Your expertise will directly contribute to manufacturing excellence, product quality, and operational efficiency. Responsibilities What are your main responsibilities? Program, set up, and optimize 3-axis, 4-axis, and 5-axis CNC milling machines. Develop efficient machining strategies for complex graphite and silicon carbide components. Create, test, validate, and maintain CNC programs using CAD/CAM software. Interpret technical drawings, engineering specifications, and 3D models to ensure accurate production. Ensure products meet required quality, precision, and dimensional tolerances. Support the introduction of new products and manufacturing processes. Act as the technical expert for CNC machining operations on the shop floor. Troubleshoot and resolve complex machining, tooling, and production issues. Continuously improve machining processes, cycle times, tooling performance, and machine efficiency. Collaborate with Engineering, Quality, and Production teams to optimize manufacturability and product quality. Select and optimize cutting tools, fixtures, and machining parameters. Support quality inspections and root cause analysis of non-conformities. Document and maintain CNC programs, process settings, and work instructions. Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on safety, quality, delivery, and cost. Ensure compliance with company standards, quality requirements, and health & safety regulations. Your Profile You are an experienced CNC professional with a passion for precision manufacturing and a strong drive for continuous improvement. You combine technical expertise with a hands-on and solution-oriented mindset, allowing you to tackle complex machining challenges effectively. You have experience programming and operating CNC milling machines, preferably including advanced 5-axis applications, and feel comfortable working from technical drawings, CAD models, and CAM software. Accuracy, quality, and attention to detail are at the heart of how you work. You are analytical, proactive, and able to work independently while maintaining strong collaboration with colleagues across different disciplines. In addition, you bring: A technical education in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Technology, CNC Machining, or a related field Several years of experience in a precision manufacturing environment Experience with CNC programming and CAM systems Knowledge of tooling, fixturing, machining optimization, and quality inspection techniques Strong problem-solving skills and a structured approach to work Good communication skills in English This role is ideal for a skilled CNC specialist who wants to contribute to cutting-edge manufacturing technologies and help shape the future of the semiconductor industry. And, last but not least, to live up to the core competencies of Schunk Xycarb Technology: Innovation, Collaboration, and Customer Focus. What Schunk Xycarb Technology offers you: A high-tech working environment within an ambitious and growing company in the global semiconductor market; An informal culture with employees with more than 25 nationalities; A challenging position with plenty of development opportunities, in which you are stimulated in your professional and personal development; An attractive remuneration package consisting of a good salary, bonus system, and secondary benefits (e.g., 27 days of holidays, 13 ADV days) Out-of-the-office activities (e.g., Sinterklaas for children, annual BBQ, divers sporting activities). About Schunk Xycarb Technology Schunk Xycarb Technology offers integrated packages for quartz, graphite, and advanced technical ceramic products. We strive to be the one-stop leading global supplier for a complete range of advanced consumable products and related technology services for the semiconductor, LED- and power electronics industries. We achieve this through our customer focus and pushing for what we believe: Pure Excellence. Our product and service solutions are developed for and utilized by the global leaders in the Semiconductor, Opto-electronics, and solar industries. Our focus on technology and customer partnerships enable leading-edge manufacturing of next-generation devices in various applications in the display, mobile, computer, and automotive industries. Schunk Xycarb Technology is a business unit of the Schunk Group, a materials and engineering multinational based in Germany with consolidated sales of over €1.65 Billion. Schunk Xycarb Technology has its headquarters in Helmond (the Netherlands) and employs around 600 dedicated professionals, spread over our facilities in the Netherlands, Germany, the USA, Singapore, China, Korea, Japan, and Taiwan. About the Schunk Group The Schunk Group is a global technology group with approximately 10,000 employees from 29 countries. The company is a leading supplier of products from high-tech materials - such as carbon, technical ceramics, and sintered metal - and machines and systems - from environmental simulation to air-conditioning technology and from ultrasonic welding to optical machines. Schunk Xycarb Technology provides silicon carbide-coated graphite, quartz, ceramic, and silicon products to enable the manufacturing of next-gen semiconductor, optoelectronics, solar, and silicon devices and applications. Operating to the highest industry standards is essential as a leading global supplier. Schunk Xycarb Technology is always looking for new talent to deliver what we stand for: Pure Excellence. Over 600 dedicated professionals work at our locations in the Netherlands, Germany, the USA, Singapore, China, Korea, Japan, and Taiwan. Are you ready to join our team? Visit our website to see the vacancies we currently have to offer: https://www.schunk-xycarbtechnology.com/en/careers. Find us at: https://www.schunk-xycarbtechnology.com

Core Responsibilities

Program, set up, and optimize 3-, 4-, and 5-axis CNC milling machines to manufacture precision graphite and silicon carbide components, including creating and validating programs and machining strategies. Troubleshoot production issues, support new product introductions and quality investigations, and improve machining processes in collaboration with Engineering, Quality, and Production teams.

Requirements

Candidates should have a technical education in mechanical engineering, manufacturing technology, CNC machining, or a related field, along with several years of experience in precision manufacturing. They should have CNC programming and CAM experience, knowledge of tooling, fixturing, machining optimization, and quality inspection, strong problem-solving and communication skills, and preferably experience with advanced 5-axis machining.

Benefits

• Good Salary
• Bonus System
• 27 Days Of Holidays
• 13 ADV Days
• Professional Development Opportunities
• Personal Development Opportunities
• Out-Of-The-Office Activities