Beginner CNC Machinist

Trelleborg•Giddings, TX

5d•$18 - $19•Onsite

About The Position

This position involves operating CNC machines, understanding blueprints, and ensuring product quality. The role requires attention to detail, the ability to work in a team, and adherence to safety procedures. Beginner machinists will have limited departmental knowledge and will operate 3 or 4 axis lathes under supervision, seeking assistance for complex adjustments. They must be able to identify problems and communicate effectively to find solutions.

Requirements

High School diploma or GED required.
Must be a U.S. citizen.
Math skills
Excellent decision-making skills
Excellent communication skills with everyone involved in the process (managers, operators and leads)
Must be able to take directions and communicate effectively.
Work in a team atmosphere as a contributing member.
Work under pressure and in a fast-paced environment.
Must be able to pay close attention to detail for checking parts to prints, and in general have good vision and the ability to notice small imperfections during visual inspections of parts.
Computer knowledge… basic understanding of windows file explorer.

Nice To Haves

Has limited departmental knowledge.

Responsibilities

Setup machines per work order specification.
Understand and properly use inserts and tooling.
Read and interpret blueprints.
Check product dimensions utilizing proper equipment such as calipers, pit tapes, height gauges, etc.
Make proper adjustments to tool offsets to maintain parts that are consistently in tolerance and meet every single specification that the blueprint calls out.
Read, understand, and abide by all documented safety procedures, operating and maintenance manuals.
Clean and maintain machinery according to department and Company standards.
Handle, install, and use raw materials and related fluids.
Refer any issues regarding CNC machines, computers, inspection equipment, tooling/inserts, or any equipment employee sees malfunctioning to leads or supervisors.
Maintain a clean and safe work area.
Make parts that always meet or exceed all callouts & tolerances on the blueprint and job traveler.
Make parts that don’t require deburring if it’s possible.
Operate 3 or 4 axis lathes under supervision.
Seek assistance from the department lead, productions manager, or an experienced machinist on complicated adjustments involving more than just adjusting tool offsets.
Identify problems and communicate effectively with department lead, productions manager, or an experienced machinist to find a solution.