CNC Machinist I

CNC Machinist

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.

Education and/or Experience:

• 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.

Physical Demands While Performing the Job:

• 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.

Working Environment of the Job:

• 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.