CNC Machinist 2

Job Description

Job Description

Position Specifications

Position Title: CNC Machinist (Level I, II, III, and Lead)

Reports to: Shop Foreman

Status: Hourly

Department: CNC 

About The Colt Group:

Founded in 1981, The Colt Group (Colt) is a national provider of on-line industrial leak repair solutions, offering design, engineering, manufacturing, and installation to clients operating highly utilized, mission-critical industrial process plants. 

Summary/Objective:

Four levels of CNC Machinist are classified at Colt; Level I, Level II, Level III and Lead. Each classification should have reliability and adaptability to perform the job duties described below. Ideal candidates will have basic math skills, strong oral communications, and seek a position that provides steady employment and growth opportunities. The CNC Machinist must be able to work in high-demand and fast paced environments.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities: 

• Basic knowledge of operating a CNC mill or lathe
• Ability to read a ruler and calipers
• Ability to meet on-time scheduling of products in a fast paced enverionment
• Provide assistance to other machinists when production demands are high
• Adheres to established procedures to ensure compliance with quality standards
• Responsible for compliance with safety and housekeeping requirements
• Facilitates and promotes company policy and the company Quality Improvement program within all department work groups
• Work overtime and weekends as requested along with perform other duties as assigned
• Perform standard machinist duties such as: setup of machine, grind and deburr parts before and after machining, change tooling and operate tool probe, check fluid levels, and clean work area
• Understands basic math 
• CNC Machinist level II: all of the above plus:
  • Ability to make programs using Mazatrol
  • Ability to edit posted programs as needed
  • Practical knowledge of how a CNC machine operates
  • Perform machine setups with little instruction
  • Ability to operate different CNC machines 
  • Perform routine maintenance on the CNC machine
• CNC Machinist level III: all of the above plus:
  • Ability to perform complex setups with no instruction
  • Ability to identify potential problems before they happen
  • Excellent knowledge of how a CNC machine operates and the ability to repair issues with them as needed

• Lead Machinist: all of the above plus:

• Ability to operate and program Mazak mills and lathes as wells as Citizen Swiss machine
• Excellent time management and problem-solving skills
• Adhere to quality and safety standards
• Optimize workflow and operational efficiency 
• Ensure all equipment and machinery are properly operated and maintained
• Supervise and train staff
• Ability to diagnose technical machine issues
• Monitor inventory levels and replenish supplies as needed 

Skills/Knowledge/Abilities:  

• Excellent problem solving skills
• Familiar with operating a CNC machine 
• Familiar with quality and safety standards
• Familiar with CNC tooling
• Computer literate with experience using e-mail
• Ability to understand and apply workplace safety procedures
• Practical knowledge of manufacturing processes and equipment required
• Ability to lift 40 pounds
• Ability to sit, stand, bend, reach, kneel, twist, pull, push, grip, and climb
• May be exposed to excessive noise and fumes

Colt is an equal opportunity employer and considers candidates regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

Colt is a dynamic organization. Accordingly, the responsibilities associated with this job will change from time to time in accordance with Colt’s business needs. More specifically, the incumbent may be required to perform additional and/or different responsibilities from those set forth above.