CNC Machinist 5 axis - Night shift

Hi-Tech Mold & Engineering•Rochester Hills, MI

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Hi-Tech Mold & Engineering in Rochester Hills, Michigan, is hiring a full-time 5-axis CNC Machinist for its night shift. The position sets up, operates, troubleshoots, and optimizes 5-axis CNC machining centers to manufacture injection molds that meet quality, delivery, and productivity requirements. It requires advanced CNC machining knowledge, blueprint-reading skills, tooling knowledge, and experience machining injection molds. The scheduled shift is 4:00 p.m. to 2:30 a.m., Monday through Friday, plus five hours on Saturdays, with some flexibility in shift times. The role is eligible for an 8% night-shift premium. The job is physically onsite in Rochester Hills, Michigan, and includes maintaining regular and predictable attendance. The company describes its workplace as a fast-paced, growing company and an equal opportunity, drug-free workplace.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
At least 3 years of CNC machining experience.
Understanding of 2D and 3D machining.
Experience with Fanuc, Heidenhain, Siemens, Haas, Mazak, or similar CNC controls.
Experience with FCS, heat shrinking, and laser probing.
Ability to read and interpret CAD blueprints, geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T), and technical drawings.
Proficiency with precision measuring and inspection equipment.
Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
Basic computer skills for data entry and production reporting.
Regular and predictable attendance.
Ability to work physically onsite.
Ability to sit, stand, walk, climb, and bend, and to lift and carry up to 35 pounds.
Ability to view computer screens and paperwork at close distance and distinguish letters and numbers.
Ability to perform the essential duties satisfactorily, with reasonable accommodation where applicable.

Nice To Haves

Tebis programming experience.
Knowledge of and previous experience machining injection molds.

Responsibilities

Set up and operate 5-axis machines to manufacture injection molds.
Read and interpret CAD blueprints, engineering drawings, work instructions, and specifications.
Select, install, and adjust cutting tools, fixtures, and machine parameters.
Monitor machine operations and adjust programs or offsets as needed to maintain dimensional accuracy.
Measure and inspect molds using precision measuring instruments, including micrometers and calipers.
Troubleshoot machining issues related to tooling, machine performance, quality, and production efficiency.
Perform routine machine maintenance and maintain coolant, lubrication, and filtration systems.
Maintain production records, quality documentation, and job setup sheets.
Collaborate with engineering, quality, and production teams to improve manufacturing processes and productivity.
Assist in training less experienced machinists and operators as needed.
Follow and support applicable quality, safety, and environmental standards.
Perform other duties as assigned.