CNC Machinist IV - 1st shift

Tecomet, Inc•Wilmington, MA

23h•Onsite

About The Position

The CNC Machinist IV produces machined parts by operating, setting up, and programming computer numerical control (CNC) machines. This role involves maintaining quality and safety standards, keeping records, and maintaining equipment and supplies. The CNC Machinist IV serves as a Subject Matter Expert within the specialism of CNC Machinist, potentially leading training or programming efforts. The role requires adherence to Tecomet's principles of continuous improvement, customer-driven innovation, and a win-first culture, while meeting company financial and performance metrics.

Requirements

High School diploma or general education degree (GED)
8+ years CNC Machining experience
Ability to operate, set up, and maintain a CNC Machine
Ability to run multiple CNC Machines
Ability to set up, adjust offsets and operate and run development and production jobs
Ability to program with some level of supervision
Solid necessary math skills, including measuring and keeping count records
Effective at planning, prioritizing, and organizing tasks and activities with the ability to deal with competing demands within specified timescales
Able to read and follow technical drawings and diagrammed instructions
Proven record of quality, on-time production runs
Demonstrable commitment to safety always
Attention to detail alongside ability to perform repeatable task over a prolonged period
Positive attitude, reliable, and a team player
Problem solving ability
Good communication skills, written and verbal
Solid computer skills
Ability to train new or lower-level machinist

Nice To Haves

Associate degree/certificate in Tooling & Machining or Machinist apprenticeship preferred
GCSE/NVQ Maths and English is desirable (UK only)

Responsibilities

Operate, set up, and program CNC machines within specified tolerances following work instructions and in accordance with machine programs and engineering drawings.
Propose new production set ups and change offsets/tooling in machines as part of the new setup.
Perform difficult CNC Machinist work including progressive machining of a variety of parts and different metals where very close tolerances must be maintained.
Read and evaluate blueprints or specifications.
Troubleshoot and solve CNC programs and processes.
Improve and produce work instructions.
Redesign fixtures to increase quality standards and productivity.
Serve as a Subject Matter Expert within the field (e.g., Lead in Training, Programming, etc.).
Change dull tooling, and/or make minor offsets and adjustments as needed for tooling wear.
Ensure product quality is achieved by working to operator owned quality (OOQ) standards and requirements, including using a range of measuring equipment and interpreting readings.
Propose adjusted seeds and feeds for different machining requirements.
Perform routine maintenance as per daily machine checklist and adhere to preventive maintenance (PM) schedule.
Perform hand finishing.
Follow Good Manufacturing and Good Document Practices (GMP/GDP), including completion of job routers/cards.
Ensure safe working practices are carried out to minimize risks to the job holder and/or colleagues, including identifying and reporting Safety, Health & Environmental issues.
Achieve set productivity targets and identify ways of improving productivity.
Record all activities in a timely manner on the job tracking system.
Identify and support Continuous Improvement activities.
Identify and escalate manufacturing issues to the Team Leader and/or Supervisor, participating in the resolution as required.
Maintain 5S/housekeeping standards within work area.
Perform other duties or special projects as required or as assigned by supervisor.