CNC Machinist 2 - Weekend 1st Shift/Machine Shop

Ametek, Inc.•Smithfield, UT

About The Position

Paragon Medical, a business of AMETEK, is a medical device manufacturing partner providing solutions from concept through final production. The CNC Machinist 2 sets up moderately complex jobs and operates CNC and other machining equipment to produce parts that meet quality and ISO standards. The role may include operating a CMM and assisting with personnel training. The position works Saturday, Sunday, and Monday from 4 a.m. to 4 p.m. It requires running multiple machines when needed, interpreting technical drawings, selecting and setting up tooling and fixtures, adjusting machine controls, inspecting finished parts and assemblies, completing documentation, and following safety and preventive-maintenance procedures. The employee must also be available, on reasonable notice, for unscheduled overtime to meet production schedules.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
3–6 years of experience.
Ability to work with minimal supervision.
Excellent problem-solving skills.
Ability to handle multiple tasks and prioritize accordingly.
Ability to read blueprints.
Knowledge of GD&T.
Complete knowledge of G-codes.
Ability to be a team player.
Demonstrated ability and willingness to use AI tools to improve productivity, decision-making, work quality, and reduce costs, including identifying appropriate use cases and critically evaluating AI-generated outputs.

Nice To Haves

Vocational or technical education.

Responsibilities

Set up moderately complex jobs and operate conventional, special-purpose, and CNC machines and machining centers to fabricate and assemble parts.
Run multiple machines at one time as needed.
Review blueprints, sketches, drawings, manuals, specifications, and sample parts to determine dimensions, tolerances, operation sequences, and setup requirements.
Select, align, and secure fixtures, cutting tools, attachments, accessories, and materials on machining equipment.
Calculate and set machining controls, enter or edit computerized machine-control data, and adjust controls or control media to address malfunctions or out-of-tolerance machining.
Run trial operations to verify machine settings and programmed control data.
Verify that finished work pieces conform to specifications using precision measuring instruments.
Fit and assemble parts into complete assemblies and verify dimensions and alignment using measuring instruments.
Specialize in setting up and operating machines in a particular machining area, such as Swiss lathes, chucker lathes, grinders, mills, or wire EDMs.
Assist in training personnel as required.
Consult with engineers, production personnel, programmers, and others to resolve machining or assembly problems.
Complete required documentation.
Follow policies, procedures, and safety precautions; maintain a clean work area and operate equipment safely.
Be available on reasonable notice for unscheduled overtime to meet production schedules.
Perform and document operator preventive maintenance as needed.
Assist the Manufacturing Engineer and production in all areas.
Assist with tooling or fixturing builds as needed.
Occasionally perform miscellaneous duties such as packing, shipping, unpacking, sorting, inspection, cleaning, finishing, and deburring.