CNC Machinist

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Position Summary:

To effectively support and organize machine shop operations. The position serves as a focal point of all machining operations within the company and requires coordination of work with other departmental supervisors, machinists, sub-contractors, engineering and management to ensure timely delivery of quality parts.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Interpret engineering drawings and develop traveler routing steps to complete a job.
• Program new and existing product to improve operational efficiency
• Maintain and edit programs to improve processes and efficiency
• Set up and operate CNC lathes, Bridgeports, and other machining equipment
• Troubleshoot and problem solve CNC production issues.
• Inspect completed work for conformance to specification using tools such as calipers, height gauges, micrometers, etc.
• Familiar with cutting speeds, feed rates, depth of cuts and cutting tools to be used on basis of experience and knowledge of plastic and metal properties
• Upgrade and maintain machinery, order parts, and ensure repair records are kept up to date.
• Select and order tooling to optimize tooling life and on hand tooling inventory
• Works with other departments to provide support with regard to machining methods, inspection procedures, production equipment, etc.
• Attend and participate in scheduled meetings
• Abide by all company policies and procedures.
• Perform all job related tasks as assigned by upper management.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School degree, diploma or a GED required.
• Minimum 5-7 years’ experience with operation of CNC and manual machines, tool set-up, editing and inspection in prototype and production environments.
• Experience with Fanuc controls (HAAS a plus)
• Experience with programing CNC lathes or similar CNC turning center machinery.
• Ability to read and understand G code
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints
• Ability to use Measuring Tools (calipers, indicators, etc.)
• Experience with planning, estimating, travelers/routers, and reporting.
• Experience with preventive maintenance and repairs to CNC machinery.
• Proficient in computer software such as Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Power Point, Microsoft Outlook, etc.

Job Requirements:

• Candidate must have an excellent attention to detail.
• Must be able to work well independently and effectively within a team and have the ability to coordinate efforts with fellow co-workers.
• Candidate needs a strong appreciation of the importance of completing tasks on time.
• Candidate should have excellent communication skills, both written and oral.
• Must be adaptable to a changing work environment and competing demands
• Pre-employment Drug Screen and Background Check are required.

Equipment:

• CNC turning centers
• Manual Bridgeports
• Manual Lathes