Experienced CNC Machinist

Essential job functions:

ALL CNC MACHINISTS

● Setup machines per work order specification.

● Must understand and properly use inserts and tooling.

● Read and interpret blueprints.

● Check product dimensions utilizing proper equipment such as calipers, pi tapes, height gauges, etc…

● Be able to make the proper adjustments to the tool offsets or program to maintain parts that are consistently in tolerance & meet every single specification that the blueprint calls out.

● Read, understand, and abide by all documented safety procedures, operating and maintenance manuals.

● Clean and maintain machinery according to department and Company standards.

● Handle, install, and use raw materials and related fluids

● Refer any issues regarding CNC machines, computers, inspection equipment, tooling/inserts, or any equipment employee sees malfunctioning to leads or supervisors.

● Must be well organized and able to maintain a clean and safe work area.

● Make parts that always meet or exceed all callouts and tolerances on the blueprint and job traveler.

● Make parts that don’t require deburring if it’s possible.

APPLIES TO EXPERIENCED MACHINISTS

● Has full departmental knowledge.

● Computer knowledge… good understanding of windows, ability to use MS word, Excel, Scan to Cad, and any other specific software used in the CNC department at Tritec Texas.

● Program and operate any CNC lathe, also willing to learn to operate the CNC mills.

● Check and edit existing programs and have an excellent understanding of g-code.

● Troubleshoot problems when needed not only for yourself, but also for a beginner or intermediate machinist.

● Grinding, ability to sharpen certain tools, grind clearance on a tool if it is required to perform a specific operation and even the ability to grind an entire tool out of carbide stock.

● Must know how to program lathe and lathe with c-axis using GibbsCam software, and willing to learn programming the mill. Be familiar working with Solids in software programming…. creating them & extracting geometry from them.

● Must be able to set the CMM up on parts that already have a CMM program & be willing to learn to program the CMM.

● Must understand how and be able to make any type of mandrels or fixtures, including familiarity with vacuum & vacuum fixtures.

● To deburr your own parts per drawing effectively, consistently, and without gouges or any nicks that would damage the part, if they need to be deburred before checking them on the CMM, between milling operations, or just because it is tedious deburring and only should be done by an experienced machinist.

Competency:

ALL CNC MACHINISTS

● Must be able to take directions and communicate effectively.

● Work in a team atmosphere as a contributing member.

● Work under pressure and in a fast-paced environment.

● Must be able to pay close attention to detail for checking parts to prints, and in general have good vision and the ability to notice small imperfections during visual inspections of parts.

APPLIES TO EXPERIENCED MACHINISTS

● Define problems, collect data, establish facts, draw valid conclusions, offer solutions to problems and show them to other members of the team.

● Must be able to give directions and communicate them effectively.

● Work in a team atmosphere as a leader.

Physical requirements:

● Frequently lift, and or move up to 50lbs

● Sit, stand, or walk for at least 10 hours a day

● Good manual dexterity

● Exposure to excessive noise

Minimum Qualifications:

● 5 years experience as a CNC machinist.

● High School diploma or GED required.

● Must be a U.S. citizen.

● Math skills

● Excellent decision-making skills.

● Excellent communication skills with everyone involved in the process. (managers, operators and leads)

Disclaimer: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.