Machinist

Position Summary:

The Machinist is responsible setting up, programming, and operating CNC machines to perform various tasks such as drilling, milling, and turning. This role requires a combination of technical skills, precision, and problem-solving abilities to ensure that products meet quality standards and specifications. The ideal candidate has strong mechanical aptitude, experience in precision machining, and is skilled at interpreting engineering drawings and blueprints.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Maintain and service equipment through preventive maintenance and repair coordination
• Troubleshoot and solve complex mechanical and operational issues
• Prepare and load/set up the raw material or die sections in the machine
• Manufacture, modify, and repair precision tools, jigs, fixtures according to specifications, blueprints, and technical drawings
• Run and program CNC machines using provided CAD/CAM data (primarily Mastercam)
• Interact with CAD specialists/Toolmakers to refurbish/improve/build spares
• Use of various equipment/tools to create and repair tooling, including, but not limited to, grinders, welding equipment, machining equipment, and overhead cranes
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality work

Job Requirements

Required Skills & Expertise:

• Minimum 5 years of hands-on experience setting up and machining medium to large parts on horizontal machining centers and boring mills

• 2-5 years of previous work experience in a custom machining shop
• Proven experience machining large castings and weldments
• Proficient in reading and interpreting blueprints and GD&T
• Strong understanding of tool selection, speeds, feeds, and cutting parameters for a variety of materials
• Knowledge of SolidWorks, Mastercam, Edgecam, and AutoCAD software
• Proficient with Okuma, Siemens, and Heidenheim CNC controls
• Proficiency in CNC programming languages such as G-code and M-code
• Skilled in programming and troubleshooting G-code and M-code
• Familiar with Fanuc CNC controls and Renishaw probing systems
• Comfortable building, setting up, and picking up tooling
• Proficient in using a variety of inspection tools such as micrometers, verniers, calipers, and height gauges
• Capable of troubleshooting machine-related functional issues
• Hands-on experience with overhead cranes, including safe rigging and manipulation of large components (up to 15,000 lbs)
• Solid understanding of welding and fabrication processes
• Strong communication skills with the ability to mentor and coach other machinists/operators
• Able to work independently and as part of a collaborative team

Equipment/ Tools/ Technology Used:

• Measuring tools and instruments, such as micrometers, verniers, callipers, height gauges, or other specialized measuring instruments
• 3, 4, and 5-Axis CNC machines Lathe

Physical Demands:

• Manufacturing or workshop environment with exposure to loud noise and moving mechanical parts
• Personal Protective Equipment provided and must be worn