CNC Machinist

The Fountain Group is currently seeking a CNC Machinist for a prominent client of ours. This position is located in Grass Lake, MI 49240. Job Details: 6 month, open-ended assignment. Pay $20.00-$35.00/HR (4+ years of experience required for higher pay rate eligibility) Hiring on both shifts listed below: 1st Shift (6:00 AM – 2:30 PM. Hours vary; high department workload means heavy mandatory overtime currently.) Will be running Mitsu, and Okuma and YCM 2nd Shift (2:30 PM – 12:30 AM or 3:30 PM – 1:30 AM, Monday – Saturday. Hours may vary; Sundays as needed.) Will be running Nidec, YCM, Mechoff, DMG Mori Duties/Responsibilities: Set up, operate, and monitory vertical and horizontal 3 or 5-axis mills. Calculate and set controls to regulate machining parameters, including speed, feed, depth, and angle of cut. Select, align, and secure work-holding fixtures, angle plates, vices, and other necessary equipment. Verify conformance of finished workpieces to precise engineering specifications. Generate tool paths for 2D milling applications. Accurately complete inspection sheets and required documentation. Communicate effectively with other shifts during shift hand-offs to ensure smooth production continuity. Core Machinery Used: Nidec or Mec 2 mills. Preferred experience with Parpas, Mitsubishi, Mechoff, Pratt, YCM, or Okuma mills. Qualifications and Skills: Proven ability to operate 3 and 5-axis vertical and horizontal milling equipment, with a mandatory background in large mill operations is required. Strong ability to interpret Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T), blueprints, technical drawings, specifications, and work instructions. Technical Skills: Knowledge of G-codes, ability to program at the controller, and experience with Fanuc or Heidenheim controllers. Preferred Qualifications: Programming via SMIRT (rather than at the controller); experience with die components (hoods, doors, fenders) or large defense fabrication machining. Education and Experience: High school diploma or GED required; Associate degree in manufacturing technology or engineering preferred. Minimum of 4 years’ experience working within a large automotive tooling background. Certified Journeyman CNC Machinist OR minimum of 5 years of experience in the trade. Proficiency in reading blueprints, CAD/CAM files, and using ERP systems. Position Type and Expected Hours of Work: This is a full-time position. Days and hours of work are Monday through Friday, 8-10 hours daily, overtime/weekend support as needed. Position is set in a manufacturing floor environment; requires standing for long periods, lifting up to 50lbs, and wearing PPE. #J-18808-Ljbffr The Fountain Group