DESCRIPTION:
The CNC Machinist will perform accurate and timely set-ups utilizing CNC mill or lathe machining centers. Proficient in accurate change-over of machine set-ups. Ensure conformance to customer requirements using calibrated measuring equipment and visual inspection. Record and comprehend company work instructions and set-up books.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES:
The CNC Machinist will perform accurate and timely set-ups utilizing CNC mill or lathe machining centers. Proficient in accurate change-over of machine set-ups. Ensure conformance to customer requirements using calibrated measuring equipment and visual inspection. Record and comprehend company work instructions and set-up books.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES:
- Setup and operate CNC lathe or mill for production operation
- Observe machine operation to detect malfunctions or out-of-tolerance machining and adjust machine controls as needed
- Responsible for DNC communications, downloading tool programs
- Inspect and measure parts according to set-up book inspection callouts
- Monitor and replace tools in accordance with tool life management system, document all tool changes
- Ensure company procedures and "best machining practices" are being followed
- Perform additional related duties as assigned
- Comply with applicable environmental, health and safety laws and regulations, Company policy and accepted safe work practices
- Minimum 5 years CNC experience in a manufacturing environment; OR 2 years CNC experience in a manufacturing environment with certificates of completion for machining levels 1 & 2 and an Associates of Applied Science in Manufacturing and Production Technology
- Demonstrated ability at operating CNC Machines and interpreting G & M codes
- Changing cutting tools and accurately adjusting offsets
- Ability to set-up jobs independently
- Ability to read part drawings, apply GD&T concepts and rules to understand geometric requirements
- Ability to correctly use and interpret measuring tools including micrometers, calipers, thread gages, chamfer gages, pin gage, test indicators, drop indicators, height gages, optical comparators
- Implement 6S concepts
- Basic computer skills: Excel, Word, Outlook
- Knowledgeable in Lean Manufacturing preferred
- Visual inspection experience preferred
- Detail oriented and strong organizational skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Standing for long periods of time, walking, pushing, pulling, stooping, kneeling, or crouching, use hands to finger, handle, or feel parts; reaching with hands and arms and overhead; talking and/or hearing instructions and sounds
- Occasionally lift and/or move up to 40 pounds
- Close vision, color vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus
- Ability to differentiate shades and color to identify coating defects
- Near acuity and accommodation are required for reading dial and digital gauges, blueprints, and precision measuring instruments used in the inspection of coating operations
- Regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts
- Occasionally exposed to toxic or caustic chemicals and risk of electrical shock
- High noise levels from operating machines
- Physical hazards from moving equipment and machine parts
- The employee will be required to use personal protective equipment (PPE) to prevent exposure to hazardous materials commonly used in a manufacturing environment
Fields of study
- CNC