CNC Machinist II - 1st shift

CNC Machinist II

Cadrex is searching for a CNC Machinist II who will play a pivotal role in our manufacturing operations by efficiently operating and maintaining CNC machinery. This position requires a solid understanding of CNC operations, the ability to perform complex setups, troubleshoot issues, and ensure quality standards are met. Under the guidance of our production team, you will contribute to the success of our manufacturing processes.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate CNC machines to produce components, monitoring machining processes, and making real-time adjustments as needed for optimal performance
• Conduct thorough quality inspections using precision measurement instruments (calipers, micrometers, gauges, etc.) to verify part dimensions and quality
• Make necessary tool changes, offsets, and program adjustments based on production requirements and engineering specifications
• Perform routine and preventive maintenance tasks on CNC machines, including cleaning, lubrication, and tool changes. Identify and report any machine malfunctions or maintenance needs
• Troubleshoot machine issues and quality problems, implementing corrective actions as required to maintain production flow and quality standards
• Follow strict safety protocols, ensuring the safety of yourself and your colleagues. Maintain a clean and organized work area
• Accurately document production records, including part counts, machine logs, and quality control data
• Collaborate effectively with the production team, CNC programmers, and engineers to optimize machining processes and achieve production targets

Preferred Qualifications

• 3+ years experience within Aerospace & defense environment
• 2+ years experience operating CNC machinery
• Proficiency reading complex prints & drawings specifically using GD&T
• Produce a high-quality product according to required specifications on a consistent basis
• Produce the required quantity of product according to required output specifications
• Understand the machine operation process and the movement of completed components
• Use computers as required
• Use measuring tools as required
• Read and understand Blueprints
• Complete necessary paperwork accurately and timely
• Operate all hand tools, machines and equipment successfully as required and with minimal supervision
• Work as a productive team member who contributes to the organizations' success.
• Handle fast-paced work
• Demonstrate the ability to take initiative to see tasks that are needed and complete them without being instructed to do so by supervisors or lead personnel
• Demonstrate dependability with good attendance

Education

• Highschool Diploma
• 2-year technical certification or equivalent experience

Location

• Onsite

Schedule

• M-F

Total Compensation Includes

• Health/dental/vision coverage
• Employer-paid and supplemental life insurance
• Short- and long-term disability insurance
• Generous paid time off and holiday pay
• Monthly remote work stipend (for remote employees who qualify)
• 401(k) investment plan, with an employer match of up to 4%
• Education support program
• Safety eyeglasses/shoe reimbursement
• Referral bonuses
• Bonus plan for all full-time employees

Work Environment

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to work near moving mechanical parts and vibration. The employee is occasionally exposed to the risk of electrical shock. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate and occasionally loud

Physical Demands

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, sit, use hands and fingers, handle or feel, and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, color vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus

Cadrex's Core Values

• Safety first, rising to the challenge, collaboration, accountability, and doing the right thing

Cadrex Manufacturing Solutions is a leading provider of complex sheet metal and machined production parts, assemblies, and weldments for a variety of end markets, including electrical transmission and distribution, warehouse automation, technology, aerospace & defense, medical, food, and industrials. With locations in Colorado, Pennsylvania, Illinois, Washington, Wisconsin, Minnesota, Michigan, Indiana, Massachusetts, Oklahoma, and Monterrey Mexico, CADREX offers numerous in-house manufacturing capabilities, including laser cutting, sheet metal fabrication, complex assembly, CNC punching, CNC machining, forming, robotic welding, stamping, fastener insertion, and tool and die manufacturing, to effectively serve customers with lights-out manufacturing capabilities for mid- to high-volume production.