CNC Machinist - 2nd Shift

Enprotech • Lansing, MI

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Enprotech is seeking a CNC Machinist to set up and operate CNC Lathe or Mill to produce precision parts and instruments. This role involves planning CNC programs to control contour-path machining of parts on automatic machine tools. The ideal candidate will be committed to safety and possess a can-do attitude, urgency, passion, integrity, teamwork, and a sense of community. This is an opportunity to accelerate career growth and make a real impact.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Five years’ experience in operating CNC lathes and/or mills.
• Knowledge of computers, electronics, computer numerical controls, basics of CNC programming, and computer-aided manufacturing.
• Possess the physical strength and ability to properly handle tooling, and to safely set-up large work pieces.
• Must own tools of the trade, and the ability to use them effectively.
• Ability to operate overhead cranes and forklifts.
• Ability to meet production requirements as specified.
• Apply shop math with the understanding of geometric tolerance and dimensioning.
• Ability to work with engineers and inspectors to produce quality parts to customer’s specifications.
• Strong math aptitude.
• Ability to use precision measuring instruments (calipers, micrometers, and other gauges).
• Ability to use a feed and speed chart or a calculator.
• Understanding of metal properties and appropriate cutting tools, appropriate feed rates, speeds, and depth of cuts.
• Ability to program and operate CNC controls.
• Ability to machine parts to specific tolerances.
• Ability to verbally communicate with team members, supervisors, and engineers.
• Able to work with coolant, solvents, and grease.

Nice To Haves

• Blueprint reading a plus.

Responsibilities

• Read, interpret, and follow basic blueprints, diagrams, engineering drawings, and other written instructions.
• Analyze drawings, sketches, and design data of parts to determine dimension and configuration of cuts, selection of cutting tools, and machine speeds and feed rates.
• Set-up and operate CNC lathes and/or mills.
• Set-up parts to be machined with a wide range of size and configuration in the most efficient manner of processing.
• Machine parts to prints per specified tolerances.
• Determine reference points and direction of machine cutting paths.
• Compute angular and linear dimensions, radii, and curvatures, and outline sequences of operations required to machine parts.
• Perform quality work checks to ensure the product meets quality standards using in-process inspection tools and devices.
• Work with engineers to produce quality parts to engineered specifications.
• Write instruction sheets and cutter lists to guide set-up and operation of machine.
• Write program of machine instructions to regulate movement of machine along cutting path.
• Compare computer printout with original program sheet to assure accuracy of machine instructions.
• Revise programs to eliminate instruction errors or omissions.
• Observe operation of machine on trial run to prove programmed instructions.
• Fill out quality and inspection paperwork.
• Work 2nd shift hours of 2:00pm - 10:30pm, Monday - Friday.

Benefits

• Health coverage for you and your family through medical, dental, and vision plans
• A 401(k) plan in with a generous company match
• Financial protection through disability, life, and accidental death & dismemberment insurance plans
• Tax advantages through flexible spending accounts that allow you to pay for specific health-care and dependent care expenses with pre-tax dollars
• A generous paid time off program in which the benefits increase along with your tenure with the company

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED