CNC Machinist

HEICO Corporation•Coral Gables, FL

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The CNC Machinist I sets up and operates CNC machining centers to produce high-quality machined and milled parts from raw materials. Using mechanical drawings and inspection equipment, the role ensures parts meet specifications and quality standards. The position works under close supervision, with frequent guidance and oversight from supervisors and shop leads. Work is performed on the machine shop floor in a noisy environment, close to moving mechanical parts and heavy machinery. The role involves medium physical work: exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 20 pounds frequently to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects. Most essential functions are performed while standing, and visual acuity is required to operate heavy machinery and inspect small parts. The position may involve access to information, technology, software, technical data, or products subject to U.S. export control laws and regulations, including ITAR and EAR. Employment may be contingent on satisfying applicable export control requirements as permitted by law. Gables Engineering, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and maintains a drug-free workplace, with testing conducted as permitted by law.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED equivalent.
Completion of a machining or CNC training program, or equivalent hands-on experience.
Minimum of 2 years of experience operating CNC machines.
Ability to read and interpret blueprints, mechanical drawings, setup documentation, and work instructions.
Understanding of tooling, offsets, and workholding fundamentals.
Basic math skills, including fractions, decimals, and tolerances.
Ability to use standard precision measuring instruments, such as calipers and micrometers.
Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work collaboratively with employees at all levels.
Basic English language skills.

Nice To Haves

Experience in a high-mix/low-volume manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

Perform basic CNC machine setups, including loading programs, installing tooling, setting up and verifying fixtures, and setting tool offsets.
Operate CNC machines, including mills, lathes, or other CNC equipment, to produce parts to specification.
Load and unload raw materials and finished parts.
Verify setup accuracy by running first-article parts and making necessary adjustments.
Monitor machine operations and make basic process corrections as required.
Read and interpret blueprints, GD&T, setup sheets, and work instructions.
Inspect parts using calipers, micrometers, gauges, and other measuring tools to ensure quality requirements are met.
Identify and report quality issues, tooling wear, or machine malfunctions.
Perform basic preventive maintenance, including cleaning and routine checks.
Accurately complete production, inspection, and setup documentation.
Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area in compliance with company and OSHA standards.
Follow all safety, quality, and production procedures.