CNC Machinist – Level 3

PAY IS DEPENDENT UPON EXPERIENCE

$4 Night Shift Premium

WORK HOURS: 5:15pm – 5am, Mon -Fri nights

ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Manage time efficiently and continually improve personal work ethic.

• Work with cross-functional team to complete projects on time while meeting planned budget.

• Set up and operate a number of different computerized numerical controlled machines such as mills, lathes, grinders, and drill press.

• Measure dimensions of finished workpieces to ensure conformance to specifications, using precision measuring instruments such as calipers, micrometers and other gauges.

• Mount, install, align, and secure tools, attachments, fixtures, and work pieces on machines, using hand tools and precision measuring instruments.

• Stop machine to remove finished workpieces or to change tooling, setup, or workpiece placement, according to required machining sequence.

• Transfer commands from servers to CNC modules, using computer network links.

• Ensure that workpieces are properly lubricated and cooled during machine operation.

• Setup and operate computer controlled machines or robots to perform one or more machine functions on metal or plastic workpieces.

• Review program specifications or blueprints to determine and set machine operations and sequencing, finished workpiece dimensions, or numerical control sequences.

• Listen to machine during operation to detect sounds such as those made by dull cutting tools or excessive vibration and adjust machines to compensate for problem.

• Develop less experienced CNC Machinist through on the job training as necessary.

• Maintain equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements; following manufacturer's instructions; troubleshooting malfunctions; calling for repairs.

• Read and interpret blueprints as well as 3D CAD models.

• Program machines on the shop floor when needed.

• Optimize speeds, feeds, and rate of material removal for various materials and cutting conditions.

• Perform all duties in accordance with the requirements of ISO 9001.

QUALIFICATIONS & EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

• Intermediate programming skills

• Intermediate to expert machining experience.

• Intermediate to expert proficiency using hand and power tools.

• Intermediate to expert proficiency calculating dimensions and tolerances using knowledge of mathematics and instruments such as micrometers, dial operators, and dial indicators, etc.

• Associates degree from an accredited community college or vocational school is highly preferred but not required.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• The employee is frequently required to stand; walk; use hands to handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms. The position requires frequent lifting, pushing and pulling objects that are 50lbs or heavier.

You should be proficient in:

• G-Code
• M-Code
• CAD/CAM

SALARY INFO:

$18 - $30 / HR