CNC Machinist - 1st Shift

Enprotech • Elizabethtown, KY

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Enprotech is seeking a CNC Machinist for its 1st shift operations. This role involves setting up and operating CNC Lathe or Mill to produce precision parts and instruments. The position requires planning CNC programs to control machining paths and ensuring parts are produced to specified tolerances. The company emphasizes a safe and inclusive work environment, valuing integrity, teamwork, and passion. This is an opportunity for career growth and to make a significant 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 1st shift hours of 6:00am - 4:30pm, Monday - Thursday.

Benefits

• Health coverage for you and your family through medical, dental, and vision plans
• A 401(k) plan 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