CNC Machinist- Lathe II

Regal Rexnord • Simi Valley, CA

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The CNC Lathe Machinist is responsible for producing parts efficiently while meeting drawing and planning specifications and requirements. Under general supervision, the machinist sets up, operates, and adjusts CNC lathe machines; works from drawings and written instructions; reads and interprets CNC programs; and may make program offsets. The role requires knowledge of metals and machining measurements and may include assisting and training less experienced machinists.

The machinist completes setups with general supervision or assistance and oversees all phases of part-operation setup to achieve first-article acceptance. The position also performs and records in-process inspections, recommends improvements to reduce variation, enters results into visual management forms, communicates results to management, and works to improve processes and eliminate waste.

Requirements

• At least three years of experience operating and setting up CNC lathes.
• Skilled in using indicators, gages, dial bores, and plate inspection methods for first-article and in-process inspection of precision-machined parts.
• Ability to maintain close tolerances (within .0005 inches) for inside and outside diameters, roundness, concentricity, and squareness.
• Understanding of machine-tool accuracies, fixture offsets, and tool offsets.
• Knowledge of cutting-tool feeds, speeds, and tool life for aerospace hard turning or milling.
• Ability to follow verbal instructions and interpret blueprints and quality requirements.
• Ability to communicate positively with employees and management.
• Ability to lift a maximum of 50 pounds; lifting more than 25 pounds requires assistance.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with AS9100, 5S, Lean, and Six Sigma.

Responsibilities

• Set up, operate, and adjust CNC lathe machines under general supervision.
• Produce parts efficiently in accordance with drawings, plans, and specifications.
• Work from drawings and written instructions and read and interpret CNC programs; make program offsets as needed.
• Complete setups with general supervision or assistance.
• Manage all phases of part-operation setup to achieve first-article acceptance.
• Perform and maintain accurate in-process quality inspections and records.
• Identify and recommend process improvements to reduce part-quality variation.
• Enter data into visual management forms and communicate results to management.
• Continuously improve processes and procedures and eliminate waste.
• Assist and train less experienced machinists as needed.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage
• Health Savings Account, Health Care Flexible Spending Account, and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
• Paid time off and holidays
• 401(k) retirement plan with matching employer contributions
• Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment insurance
• Paid leaves
• Tuition assistance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed