AZ CNC Machinist IV

FM Industries•Phoenix, AZ

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The CNC Machinist IV performs accurate and timely setups and changeovers on CNC mill or lathe machining centers, ensuring conformance to customer requirements through calibrated measuring equipment and visual inspection. The role interprets company work instructions and setup books, operates assigned machining equipment, and maintains quality and production objectives. The position also supports new program prove-outs, machining methods, troubleshooting, training, and collaboration with engineering and programming teams. The role is located at 2635 E Magnolia St., Phoenix, Arizona, and works Monday through Friday from 5:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., with occasional Saturdays.

Requirements

High school diploma, GED equivalent, or technical school education.
At least 10 years of CNC experience in a manufacturing environment.
Demonstrated ability to operate CNC machines and interpret G and M codes.
Ability to change cutting tools and accurately adjust offsets.
Ability to set up jobs independently.
Ability to read part drawings and apply GD&T concepts and rules to understand geometric requirements.
Ability to correctly use and interpret measuring tools, including micrometers, calipers, thread gages, chamfer gages, pin gages, test indicators, drop indicators, height gages, and optical comparators.
Ability to implement 6S concepts.
Basic computer skills, including Excel, Word, and Outlook.
Detail-oriented, with strong organizational skills.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing.
Visual inspection experience.
CAD/CAM experience.

Responsibilities

Perform precision setups and accurate changeovers on CNC machining centers in accordance with applicable work instructions and setup books.
Use calibrated inspection equipment and visual inspection to ensure work conforms to customer requirements and setup-book criteria.
Locate and interpret setup books and load programs from DNC.
Change and align fixtures across all axes; determine or create appropriate fixtures and clamping methods based on part drawings, setup books, and programs.
Change tools, set tool lengths, touch off tools, recognize tool wear, adjust wear offsets, and document tool changes.
Independently operate assigned mills, lathes, and grinders; maintain production rates and quality objectives.
Operate multiple machines or machine types, including Haas VF3, VF6, and Mazak equipment, and run all part numbers in a part family in at least one work center.
Perform daily TPM requirements and maintain workstation 6S standards while following applicable safety practices and PPE requirements.
Train new hires and employees new to the department using work instructions and setup books, after completing train-the-trainer classes.
Prove out new NC programs provided by the programming department and provide guidance on cutting-tool and holder selection.
Adjust speeds and feeds and provide feedback to the programming department.
Assist other operators, set a positive example, and follow established best-known methods.
Troubleshoot machine issues, identify potential quality issues before they occur, contribute to root-cause and corrective-action investigations, and implement machining-related corrective actions.
Work with engineering design and programming teams; recommend manufacturing methods and provide feedback on drawings and GD&T in relation to design intent.
Determine raw-material dimensions and evaluate critical features, appropriate inspection equipment, and inspection frequency.
Write and edit NC code at the machine; CAD/CAM experience is a plus.
Perform additional related duties as assigned and comply with applicable environmental, health, and safety laws, regulations, company policies, and safe work practices.

Benefits

Competitive salary.
PTO program.
Nine paid holidays.
Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
Short- and long-term disability coverage at no cost to the employee.
Tuition assistance.
Pet insurance.
Flexible spending plans.
Health spending plans.
Comprehensive online learning center with thousands of training resources.
401(k) retirement savings plan with a 30% company match; 100% vested after six years.