CNC Machinist - Day Shift - Portland (Peninsula Iron Works)

ABOUT THE POSITION

The Machinist (CNC/Manual) position programs and operates one or more CNC machining center to perform drilling, tapping, milling, boring and other machining operations over a range of surfaces, diameters, and depths. Determines operation sequence, select, and adjust tools and mount in storage matrix. Job set ups may be complex and require milling to very close tolerances.

Key Deliverables

· Study blueprints, drawings, manuals, specifications, or sample part to determine dimensions and tolerances of finished work piece

· Starts and observes machine operation to detect malfunctions or out-of-tolerance machining and adjusts machine controls or control media as required.

· Inspect finished workpiece(s) to blueprints, quality standards, exact tolerances, using measuring and inspection tools as necessary.

· Sets up and operates machine on trial run to verify accuracy of machine settings or programmed control data to process steel (some pieces weighing as much as 300 lbs.)

· Consults with engineers, production management, programmers, or others to resolve machining or programming problems.

Key Activities & Responsibilities

· Operates alternately more than one type of machine tool such as grinders, drill presses, lathes, etc. on machining operations of moderate complexity.

· Reads job specifications to determine machine adjustments and material requirements.

· Performs correct machine adjustments and obtains correct materials.

· Set up and lay out to print specifications.

· Observes machine operation to detect work piece defects or machine malfunction.

· Measures work piece dimensions to determine accuracy of machine operation.

· Removes burrs, sharp edges, rust, or scale from work piece.

· Adjust stops and replace dull tools.

· Performs minor machine maintenance such as oiling machines, dies, or work pieces.

· Stack, mark, pack, and transport finished work pieces.

· Completes related paperwork necessary to maintain accurate manufacturing records.

· Maintains and uses all appropriate PPE

· Uses material handling equipment when required

· Actively participate in accident prevention and adhere to all safety requirements