CNC Machinist

CNC Operator

We design, develop and manufacture case packers and tray packing solutions for flexible and other tough-to-handle packages such as doypacks, pillow bags, and four-sided sealed bags. Built for around-the-clock operation, these solutions have a worldwide reputation for their quick change-over, flexibility, speed, and comprehensive design. Our Integrated state-of-the-art technologies include gravity, pick and place, wrap-around, and vision-guided robotics.

At BPA, we are absolutely passionate about innovation. It adds the fun and inspiration to our work that people need to excel. Our customers stimulate innovation by developing new needs, and we are on a never-ending quest to find a better, simpler way. BPA has no innovation budget. Innovation is what we are.

We are currently seeking a 1st shift CNC Operator at our fully climate controlled South Chesterfield, VA location.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

To perform this job successfully, an individual must satisfactorily perform each essential duty. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential duties.

• Plans machining by studying work orders, blueprints, engineering plans, materials, specifications, orthographic drawings, reference planes, locations of surfaces, and machining parameters, interpreting geometric dimensions and tolerances (GD&T).
• Programs mills and lathes by entering instructions, including zero and reference points; setting tool registers, offsets, compensation, and conditional switches; calculating requirements, including basic math, geometry, and trigonometry; proving part programs.
• Sets-up mills and lathes by installing and adjusting three- and four-jaw chucks, tools, attachments, collets, bushings, cams, gears, stops, and stock pushers; indicating vices; tramming heads.
• Loads feed mechanism by lifting stock into position.
• Verifies settings by measuring positions, first-run part, and sample work pieces, adhering to standards.
• Maintains specifications by observing drilling, grooving, and cutting, including turning, facing, knurling and thread chasing operations; taking measurements; detecting malfunctions; troubleshooting processes; adjusting and reprogramming controls; sharpening and replacing worn tools; adhering to quality assurance procedures and processes.
• Maintains safe operations by adhering to safety procedures and regulations.
• Maintains equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements; following manufacturer's instructions; troubleshooting malfunctions; calling for repairs.
• Maintain continuity among work shifts by documenting and communicating actions, irregularities, and continuing needs.
• Read and understand blueprints, job routings, tooling instructions, and standard charts for such specifications as dimensions, tolerances, holding fixtures, cutting speeds, feed rates, and cutting tools to be used.
• Follow established fabrication procedures and standards.
• Give feedback on programming or setup changes.
• Perform Quality Control Characteristics documentation of tolerance zones specified on blueprints.
• Other duties as assigned.

Education/Experience & Basic Qualifications

• A minimum of a high school diploma plus CNC Certification required with 1-3 years of experience in a machine shop environment is required. However, a combination of education and experience will be taken into consideration.
• CNC Programming preferred not required
• Must have strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong ability to multi-task, prioritize, and adapt to shifting priorities.
• Applicants must have exceptional problem-solving and decision-making skills and the ability to think independently.
• High awareness of client satisfaction level and client needs.
• Demonstrated ability to calculate speed and feed values for various materials.
• Understanding of G and M codes, machine and fixture set-up, canned cycles, and work offset coordinate system.
• Ability to read and understand blueprints and tolerances.
• Applicants must possess the ability to use measuring instruments such as outside micrometers, bore micrometers, height and bore gauges, calipers, gauge pins, and indicators.
• Ability to determine the sequence of operations to efficiently manufacture parts from start to finish.
• Must possess an understanding of basic machine implements- keys, threads, bearing fit and bushings as well as basic geometry.
• High result orientation and cost sensitivity.
• Applicants must be capable of working under tight time constraints in a high-volume environment with multiple priorities.

At this time, BPA will not sponsor a new applicant for employment authorization for this position.

BPA prides itself on the quality of its employees and as such, candidates who receive an employment offer will be required to successfully pass a drug screen and a background check.

BPA offers an opportunity to grow and develop your career in an environment that provides a fulfilling workplace for employees, creates an environment for continuous learning, and embraces the ideas and diversity of others. In addition, we offer a robust benefits package including a majority employer-paid employee health, dental, vision, life, and disability; 20 days of PTO during the first year of employment. As well as 401(k) with a 6% match.

BPA is an Equal Opportunity Employer, Minorities/Females/Disabled/Veterans.