CNC Machinist

Jasper Engines & Transmissions•Jasper, IN

About The Position

ITD CNC Machinists set up, program, and operate CNC machine tools and develop fixture placement and tooling processes. The role combines setup technician, operator, and programmer skills and may involve one or multiple types of CNC machine tools. Machinists study prints, select materials, plan machining operations, understand machine programming languages, and use computer-aided manufacturing software. They read and interpret blueprints, sketches, samples, and CAD drawings to machine parts accurately to customer specifications, and must be able to identify metals and other materials and sketch a part. Basic math, geometry, and trigonometry skills are critical. The position involves lathe and milling work. Lathe tasks include holding parts, tooling and sharpening, setup, selecting cutting speeds and feeds, using a 4-jaw chuck, precision machining to .0001, and cutting threads. Milling tasks include using mills, attachments, cutters and holders; setting cutter RPM and feed rates; machining flat surfaces and grooves; squaring parts; drilling and tapping; boring; using a dividing or indexing head; and setting up angles. Machinists use precision measuring equipment with both hands and operate mill or lathe controls with both hands to remove material to the required specifications. They check and replenish lubricating fluid and clean the mill, lathe, and work area as needed and at the end of each shift. Some light-duty lifting is required, as well as use of a hoist to install vises, jigs, fixtures, and heavy work pieces onto a mill or lathe. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 6:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.; overtime is available. Starting pay is based on experience.

Requirements

Ability to read and understand blueprints, sketches, samples, and CAD drawings.
Ability to understand machine programming languages and use computer-aided manufacturing software.
Basic math, geometry, and trigonometry skills.
Ability to identify types of metal and other materials.
Ability to use handheld tools, including hammers, screwdrivers, wrenches, tape measures, micrometers, and calipers.
Ability to lift, bend, push, pull, and move materials weighing up to 50 pounds.
Ability to stand or walk throughout a shift, which may be approximately 8–10 hours.
Ability to perform work involving continuous standing and walking, occasional sitting, occasional stooping, and occasional reaching or working overhead.

Nice To Haves

Prior lathe or milling experience.
Experience using micrometers, calipers, T-gauges, bench and disc sanders, and horizontal and vertical bandsaws.

Responsibilities

Set up, program, and operate CNC machine tools.
Develop fixture placement and tooling processes and establish machining plans.
Read prints, blueprints, sketches, samples, and CAD drawings to machine parts to customer specifications.
Select materials and identify types of metal and other materials.
Perform lathe operations, including setup, holding parts, tooling and sharpening, selecting speeds and feeds, using a 4-jaw chuck, precision machining, and cutting threads.
Perform milling operations, including using attachments, cutters, and holders; setting RPM and feed rates; milling surfaces and grooves; squaring parts; drilling and tapping; boring; using a dividing or indexing head; and setting up angles.
Use precision measuring equipment and operate mill or lathe controls to machine parts accurately.
Check and replenish lubricating fluid as necessary.
Clean the mill, lathe, and work area as needed and at the end of each shift.
Use a hoist to install vises, jigs, fixtures, and heavy work pieces onto mills or lathes.
Sketch parts as needed.

Benefits

Medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage.
Flexible-spending accounts.
Paid time off after 30 days.
10 paid holidays after 30 days.
Quarterly bonus after 6 months of employment.
Climate-controlled work environment.
24/7 onsite fitness center and medical clinic.
Spanish translator.
401(k) with a company match program.
Employee Stock Ownership Plan and shares in the employee ownership stock program.
On-the-job training.
Multiple performance reviews within the first two years, with the ability to receive multiple wage increases.