CNC Machinist

Betts Precision•Alsip, IL

6d•Onsite

About The Position

A CNC Machinist may work in any of Betts Precision’s machining departments, including 3-axis mills, 5-axis mills, horizontal mills, dual-spindle lathes with live tooling, and 5-axis machine centers with a mill head and turning turret. The machinist is provided with a machine, program, and preset cart of supplies and uses them to set up the machine. The role then runs production and inspects parts to ensure critical dimensions are held consistently. Machinists are expected to progress and meet predetermined efficiency standards for each part. The position is in a fast-paced environment with a high mix of medical parts. Betts Precision is a family-owned medical device manufacturer focused on providing employees with a safe place to work, opportunities to build technical and personal skills, and the ability to help create a better life for themselves and their families. The company aims to set standards in the medical industry for quality, service, and creativity.

Requirements

At least 3 years of CNC setup or operation experience on lathes or mills.
Ability to read and understand blueprints, including GD&T features such as true position and profile of a surface.
Ability to manipulate G-Code programs, change work offsets, and adjust tool offsets.
Ability to change, touch off, and indicate tools for CNC lathes or mills.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
Ability to stand and walk for up to 90% of the workday.
Ability to bend, twist, turn, and reach for up to 100% of the workday.
Ability to work in a shop environment with continuous exposure to potentially hazardous metalworking machinery and equipment, loud noises, dust, mist, oils, and solvents.
Punctuality and an excellent attendance record.

Responsibilities

Show a positive attitude and willingness to learn.
Follow department-specific procedures for setting up and operating machines and inspecting parts.
Meet predetermined efficiency goals when setting up or operating machines.
Look for creative solutions.
Continuously strive to improve processes.
Perform other duties as assigned.