CNC Machinist - 2nd Shift

POSITION SUMMARY

To follow print specifications to set up machines such as lathes, mills, drilling machines, etc., and to operate said machines for precision work.

EDUCATION

• Graduate of technical school preferred

EXPERIENCE

• At least 5 years’ experience as a fully qualified Machinist
• At least 5 years’ experience multi axis machining or 3 or 4 axis CNC milling
• At least 5 years’ experience operating 2 or 3 axis CNC lathes

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Works from prints or drawings to produce a variety of items.
• Produces precision items beyond the capabilities of production machine operators.
• Follows lockout-tagout procedures when machines must be shut down for repair.
• Maintains the work area and equipment in a clean orderly condition and follows prescribed safety regulations.
• Performs prescribed preventative maintenance on machines as required per the P.M. charts.
• Must be able to successfully perform the following tasks: milling, turning, drilling, tapping, deburring, bench operations, and inspection.
• Must be willing to accept and receive frequent supervision and assistance with regard to machine set-up.
• Reads and interprets blueprints to plan setup and operation of all types of machine tools.
• Plans setup and operates typical machine shop tools, producing parts to tolerances and company specifications.
• Clean up shavings of machine tool operation scrap and places in trash bin.
• Responsible for loading parts, proving programs, operating controls, setting offsets, simple edits, and inspection of quality parts to meet requirements.
• Studies and interprets drawings, manuals, specifications or sample parts to determine dimensions and tolerances of finished work pieces, sequence of operations and setup requirements.
• Detects equipment malfunctions or out of tolerance machining and adjusts machines, within capabilities, controls or control media as required to insure quality of production.
• Communicates with supervisor for assignments and to resolve machining or quality issues.
• Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice, as determined by business needs.

KNOWLEDGE / SKILLS / ABILITIES

• Must be able to operate all common machine shop equipment and hand tools skillfully.
• Must be familiar with basic machine functions.
• Must successfully read and interpret blueprints.
• Must have intermediate knowledge and application of precision measuring instruments. Including but not limited to: calipers, ID and OD micrometers, depth gages, indicators, and scales.
• Must have understanding of G and M code
• Must have an understanding of geometric tolerance and dimensions.
• Must have knowledge of tool holders, cutting tools, boring bars, fixtures, inserts and other accessories used on various machines.
• Must be able to adapt in a changing work environment.
• Must have understanding of basic math skills to include but not limited to the following: addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, geometry and algebra for the purpose of calculating material fabrication.
• Must be able to follow instructions.
• Must be a self-starter.
• Must have high attention to detail.

• This position works in an open environment where teamwork is emphasized. As such, regular attendance is an essential function of the role.
• Other essential functions include:
  • Oral Comprehension: The ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences.
  • Oral Expression: The ability to communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will understand.
  • Speech Clarity: The ability to speak clearly so others can understand you.
  • Speech Recognition: The ability to identify and understand the speech of another person.
  • Near Vision: The ability to see details at close range (within a few feet of the observer)