CNC Machinist – 5-Axis Vertical Mills

Nesco Resource • Willoughby, OH

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About The Position

Nesco Resource is seeking a skilled CNC Milling Machinist for a client's manufacturing team. The role involves setting up and operating CNC 5-axis vertical mills and manual Bridgeport milling machines to meet customer specifications. The machinist selects tooling, materials, and machining methods; adjusts machine offsets; reads G&M codes; and edits programs as needed.

The position includes reading blueprints and inspecting parts with precision measurement and layout equipment. Materials machined include cast aluminum and various plastics. The machinist monitors parts throughout production, handles and finishes materials, records production data, moves materials, and performs preventive maintenance. The role also collaborates with supervisors, programmers, and engineering on production priorities and process improvements, maintains a clean and safe workspace, and assists with training as needed.

Requirements

• Experience setting up and operating CNC vertical milling machines.
• Ability to read G&M codes, edit programs, and adjust machine offsets.
• Strong blueprint reading and precision measurement skills.
• Experience machining cast aluminum and plastics.
• Attention to detail and a commitment to consistent quality.
• Ability to work collaboratively and follow production schedules and safety procedures.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate CNC 5-axis vertical mills and manual Bridgeport milling machines to meet customer specifications.
• Select appropriate tooling, materials, and machining methods.
• Make machine offsets, read G&M codes, and edit programs as needed.
• Read blueprints and inspect parts using calipers, micrometers, and surface plate layout equipment with a height stand.
• Machine cast aluminum and various plastic materials.
• Inspect parts throughout production to maintain blueprint and quality requirements.
• Load and unload materials; clean, deburr, sort, and stack finished parts.
• Record production data, piece counts, and product locations in the operating system and routing sheets.
• Move materials using a forklift or pallet jack.
• Perform required daily and weekly preventive maintenance.
• Collaborate with supervisors, programmers, and engineering on process improvements and production priorities.
• Maintain a clean, safe workspace and assist with training as needed.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package including a MEC (Minimum Essential Coverage) plan encompassing Medical, Vision, Dental, 401K, and EAP services.
• Opportunity to earn monthly gainsharing/production bonuses once union membership begins.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed