CNC Set-up Operator

CNC Set-up Operator

Design West Technologies Inc. of Tustin, CA has an immediate need for a full-time CNC Setup Machinist. The successful candidate will be responsible for setting up, troubleshooting, and optimizing CNC machining centers, primarily 5-Axis Mori Seiki and Mori Seiki Horizontal machines. This position offers a competitive salary and benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, paid vacation and holidays, and 401(k). If this sounds like the opportunity for you, apply today!

Founded in 1994, DWT is a nontraditional defense contractor with the expertise and technical capabilities to design new systems or develop and implement enhancements to existing products through comprehensive testing and analysis. Vertically integrated from R&D to final assembly and testing, we offer a unique combination of electrical, chemical, and mechanical product development for weapons and CBRN systems with CNC machining, injection molding, robotic welding, assembly, design, testing, and engineering capabilities.

Job Responsibilities:

• Set up and operate 5-axis Mori Seiki machining centers.
• Set up and operate Mori Seiki horizontal machining centers.
• Interpret blueprints, GD&T, and process sheets as well as install fixtures, tooling and probes.
• Conduct first article inspections and in-process inspections.
• Perform tool touch-offs and offsets.
• Troubleshoot machining issues and make program adjustments as needed.
• Work closely with programmers and production team to improve cycle time.
• Follow all safety and quality procedures.

Qualifications:

• High School diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Minimum 3+ year experience in CNC setup experience with Mori Seiki machines (5-axis preferred) & Horizontal machining experience required.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings required
• Working knowledge of GD&T Methodology and experience tight tolerance parts and experience with precision measuring tools (micrometers, calipers, bore gauges, etc.).
• CNC lath setup experience is a plus
• Familiarity with Fanuc or Mori control systems.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

This Company Describes Its Culture as:

• Detail-oriented -- quality and precision-focused
• Innovative -- innovative and risk-taking
• Outcome-oriented -- results-focused with strong performance culture
• People-oriented -- supportive and fairness-focused
• Team-oriented -- cooperative and collaborative

Are you ready to join our team?

If you feel that you would be right for this position working on, please fill out our initial 3-minute mobile friendly application so that we can review your information. We look forward to meeting you!

We are an EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER including Vets/Disability

Design West Technologies, Inc.