Key Responsibilities
- Diagnose mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic issues on Citizen Cincom and Citizen Miyano machines
- Perform corrective repairs on spindles, guide bushings, tooling systems, live tooling units, bar feeders, and control components
- Troubleshoot CNC control systems, including Mitsubishi, Fanuc, and Citizen-specific interfaces
- Conduct scheduled preventive maintenance including lubrication, calibration, alignment checks, way cleaning, coolant system inspections, and component replacements
- Maintain accurate maintenance logs, service records, and diagnostic documentation
- Assist operators and programmers in improving cycle time, accuracy, machine performance, and stability
- Recommend machine upgrades, replacement parts, and process improvements
- Collaborate with engineering, production, and quality teams to ensure equipment performance meets production goals
- Train production staff on proper machine operation and basic troubleshooting
- Identify and order repair parts, tooling, consumables, and replacement components
- Maintain an organized spare-parts inventory specific to Citizen machinery
Qualifications Required
- 2+ years of experience repairing or maintaining CNC machinery (Citizen experience preferred)
- Strong mechanical, electrical, and diagnostic skills
- Experience with Swiss-style lathes, particularly Citizen Cincom machines
- Ability to read mechanical drawings, electrical schematics, and technical manuals
- Proficiency with measurement tools (micrometers, gauges, dial indicators)
- Strong problem-solving ability and attention to detail
You should be proficient in:
- CNC Machine Repair
- Troubleshooting CNC Machines