5-Axis Horizontal Machinist, Weekends

Precinmac•Albany, OR

10d•Onsite

About The Position

CNC 5-Axis Horizontal Mill Machinist-Weekend Shift Our Mission: To deliver the right product on time, every time! Viper Northwest, Inc. is a precision, quick response, build-to-print manufacturing organization, making precision fabricated and machined parts and assemblies for satisfied customers since 1985. Viper Northwest has a tenured staff of highly skilled manufacturing and technical professionals who manufacture capital equipment and OEM components for a variety of high tech industries. We also provide engineering design assistance and verification, as well as drafting services and we are looking for skilled individuals to join our team! The job summary: Machine parts to tolerance based on blue print requirements with a variety of metals and plastics using CNC machines. While not inclusive, this position will provide support in the following areas of the Quick Turn Cell Department: Programming: Obtain approval prior to changing, editing, or updating any CNC programs, and maintain program log as required by management business systems. Though understanding of Conversational & G-code controls. Plan machining by studying work orders, drawings, engineering plans, materials, specifications, orthographic drawings, reference planes, locations of surfaces, and machining parameters; interpreting geometric dimensions and tolerances (GD&T). Ability to select cutting tools for optimum performance in a variety of metals and plastics. Machining: Obtain and execute directions from the Department Supervisor. Monitor and protects the assets of the company and insure that appropriate tooling is used for each job. Set-up mills and lathes by installing and adjusting three and four-jaw chucks, vises, tools, various attachments, collets, bushings, cams, gears, stops, and stock pushers; indicating vices; tramming heads. Maintain safe operations by adhering to safety procedures and regulations. Maintain equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements; following manufacturer's instructions; troubleshooting malfunctions; calling for repairs. Adhere to all quality policies and meets company quality goals of on-time delivery of completed parts without compromising quality, safety or equipment life. Sets up milling machines by entering instructions, including zero and reference points; setting tools, offsets, and tool compensation; calculating requirements, including basic math, geometry, and trigonometry; proving part programs. Verification of Product: Verify settings by measuring positions, first-run part, and sample workpieces; adhering to quality standards. Maintain quality standards by observing drilling, grooving, and cutting, including turning, facing, knurling and thread chasing operations; taking measurements; detecting malfunctions; troubleshooting processes; adjusting and reprogramming controls; sharpening and replacing worn tools; adhering to quality assurance procedures and processes. Identifies errors and troubleshoots as possible. Escalates unresolved issues to supervisor

Requirements

High School diploma or GED.
5-10 Years experience as a Machinist in a precision machine shop (Level 5 ).
Basic computer skills with the ability to operate within a MS Windows environment, using email for communication.
Usage of Data Collection software and ERP system is required.
Minimum ability to operate within a Windows environment, using email for communication. Usage of Data Collection software.
Ability to read, analyze and interpret technical data, schematics, prints and travelers is required.
Effective interpersonal communication skills through a variety of methods is required.
Basic Math Skills: Addition, Subtraction, Multiplication, Division, Metric to Standard Conversion, Fractions to Decimals.
Requires the ability to define complex problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions.
The ability to interpret a wide range of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form is an on-going requirement.
This position requires standing for the majority of the day. Walking, bending, kneeling,squatting,stooping,handling,fingering,reaching,lifting,and pulling are necessary throughout the day as well.

Nice To Haves

Associate Degree, Machine Tool Technology, or related subject-area; or Trade School Certification in a related discipline or Apprenticeship.
Experience as a journeyman machinist in a precision machine shop with CAD/CAM programming experience.

Responsibilities

Obtain approval prior to changing, editing, or updating any CNC programs, and maintain program log as required by management business systems.
Understanding of Conversational & G-code controls.
Plan machining by studying work orders, drawings, engineering plans, materials, specifications, orthographic drawings, reference planes, locations of surfaces, and machining parameters; interpreting geometric dimensions and tolerances (GD&T).
Ability to select cutting tools for optimum performance in a variety of metals and plastics.
Obtain and execute directions from the Department Supervisor.
Monitor and protects the assets of the company and insure that appropriate tooling is used for each job.
Set-up mills and lathes by installing and adjusting three and four-jaw chucks, vises, tools, various attachments, collets, bushings, cams, gears, stops, and stock pushers; indicating vices; tramming heads.
Maintain safe operations by adhering to safety procedures and regulations.
Maintain equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements; following manufacturer's instructions; troubleshooting malfunctions; calling for repairs.
Adhere to all quality policies and meets company quality goals of on-time delivery of completed parts without compromising quality, safety or equipment life.
Sets up milling machines by entering instructions, including zero and reference points; setting tools, offsets, and tool compensation; calculating requirements, including basic math, geometry, and trigonometry; proving part programs.
Verify settings by measuring positions, first-run part, and sample workpieces; adhering to quality standards.
Maintain quality standards by observing drilling, grooving, and cutting, including turning, facing, knurling and thread chasing operations; taking measurements; detecting malfunctions; troubleshooting processes; adjusting and reprogramming controls; sharpening and replacing worn tools; adhering to quality assurance procedures and processes.
Identifies errors and troubleshoots as possible.
Escalates unresolved issues to supervisor