Bridgeport Machinist

Apex Staffing Company•Sterling Heights, MI

About The Position

What’s in it for you: - Day shift opportunity Competitive hourly rate based on experience Direct Hire Opportunity Amazing benefit package once hired in permanently- Medical, Dental and Vision 401K Paid vacation What will your day look like:- Set up and operate manual machines in the tool room including engine lathes and a Bridgeport mill Set up and run 3-axis CNC mills using setup sheets, drawings, and programmer notes Work with a variety of machines including Fanuc-controlled vertical machining centers and Hurco mills with WinMax software Install tooling, change cutting tools, and adjust feeds and speeds per job requirements Perform minor program edits at the machine using G and M codes Operate multiple machines at the same time as production demands require Run production machining lines as needed to support throughput Perform in-process and preliminary inspections using micrometers, calipers, indicators, and other inspection equipment Interpret aerospace drawings, parts lists, specifications, and customer requirements Maintain a clean, organized, and safety-focused work environment What we are looking for:- Strong experience with manual machining, including engine lathes and Bridgeport mills CNC machining experience with 3-axis mills Experience with Fanuc controls (OKK or similar platforms required) Experience with Hurco mills and WinMax software is a plus Knowledge of 2D and 3D machining practices Ability to read and interpret blueprints and technical drawings Proficiency using micrometers, calipers, indicators, and precision inspection tools Familiarity with G and M codes and the ability to make minor program edits Willingness to supply and maintain personal tools Strong attention to detail, time management, and communication skills Ability to lift up to 50 lbs, stand for long periods, and perform frequent bending and twisting Safety- and security-conscious mindset

Requirements

Strong experience with manual machining, including engine lathes and Bridgeport mills
CNC machining experience with 3-axis mills
Experience with Fanuc controls (OKK or similar platforms required)
Knowledge of 2D and 3D machining practices
Ability to read and interpret blueprints and technical drawings
Proficiency using micrometers, calipers, indicators, and precision inspection tools
Familiarity with G and M codes and the ability to make minor program edits
Willingness to supply and maintain personal tools
Strong attention to detail, time management, and communication skills
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs, stand for long periods, and perform frequent bending and twisting
Safety- and security-conscious mindset

Nice To Haves

Experience with Hurco mills and WinMax software is a plus

Responsibilities

Set up and operate manual machines in the tool room including engine lathes and a Bridgeport mill
Set up and run 3-axis CNC mills using setup sheets, drawings, and programmer notes
Work with a variety of machines including Fanuc-controlled vertical machining centers and Hurco mills with WinMax software
Install tooling, change cutting tools, and adjust feeds and speeds per job requirements
Perform minor program edits at the machine using G and M codes
Operate multiple machines at the same time as production demands require
Run production machining lines as needed to support throughput
Perform in-process and preliminary inspections using micrometers, calipers, indicators, and other inspection equipment
Interpret aerospace drawings, parts lists, specifications, and customer requirements
Maintain a clean, organized, and safety-focused work environment