Overview & Responsibilities

The primary function of the CNC Machinist is to perform all required layout, complex setups, manual and CNC machining. This includes subassembly, tool setting, deburring of parts, dimensional inspections, and final assembly of components according to required specifications in a timely manner. Ability to plan and oversea work with minimal supervision while directing other employees. Ability to train other employees on all functions and processes within the department.

The below reflects general details considered necessary to describe the principal functions of the job identified and shall not be construed as a detailed description of all of the work requirements that may be inherit in the job.

Responsibilities

Conducts him or herself in a professional manner at all times.
Promotes safety and quality at all times.
Experienced and adept at manual and CNC machining ferrous and non-ferrous materials using vertical and horizontal lathes, milling machines, turrets and grinders.
Ability to read mechanical drawings and plan machining by studying work orders, blueprints, engineering plans, materials, specifications, orthographic drawings, reference planes, locations of surfaces, and machining parameters; interpreting geometric dimensions and tolerances.
Operates CNC mills and lathes, by entering instructions, including zero and reference points; setting tool registers, offsets, compensation, and conditional switches; calculating requirements, including basic math, geometry, and trigonometry; proving part programs.
Sets-up CNC mills and lathes, by installing and adjusting three- and four-jaw chucks, tools, attachments, collets, bushings, cams, gears, stops, stock pushers; indicating vices; and tramming heads.
Recognizes, deploys and properly uses inserts, fixtures and tooling Loads feed mechanism by lifting stock into position.
Verifies settings by measuring positions, first-run part, and sample workpieces, adhering to international standards.
Maintains specifications by observing drilling, grooving, and cutting, including turning, facing, knurling and thread chasing operations; taking measurements; detecting malfunctions; troubleshooting processes; adjusting and reprogramming controls; sharpening and replacing worn tools; adhering to quality assurance procedures and processes.
Maintains equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements; following manufacturer's instructions; troubleshooting malfunctions; calling for repairs.
Maintains continuity among work shifts by documenting and communicating actions, irregularities, and continuing needs.
Evaluate experimental procedures and recommend change or modifications for efficiency and adaptability to setup and production.
Documents actions by completing production and quality logs.
Updates job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities and reading technical publications.
Accomplishes organization goals by accepting ownership for accomplishing new and different requests and exploring opportunities.
Maintains a personal inventory of basic tooling needed to complete routine CNC and manual machining setups.

Qualifications

High School Diploma or Equivalent
5+ years' experience.
G-Code Experience
Manual machining experience is desired

You should be proficient in:

CNC Tooling
CNC Machine Repair
Manual Machining Skills