CNC Machinist
About The Position
The CNC Machinist sets up and operates CNC machines to produce parts that meet specifications. The role involves reviewing engineering drawings and related materials to determine dimensions, tolerances, operation sequences, and setup requirements; selecting and securing fixtures, tools, accessories, and materials; and performing trial runs to verify machine settings or programmed data. The machinist monitors machine operations, detects malfunctions or out-of-tolerance machining, and adjusts controls as needed. The role also includes inspecting finished work, performing routine machine maintenance, ensuring correct material use, documenting production and quality activity, communicating shift updates, and maintaining clean, organized equipment and work areas.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED.
- At least 2 years of CNC lathe and/or mill experience.
- Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications.
- Ability to inspect parts, hold drawing tolerances, and use measuring tools.
- Ability to solve practical problems.
Nice To Haves
- At least 5 years of multi-axis experience.
- Experience with HAAS machines and/or CNC machines with Fanuc controls.
- Ability to understand CNC programs.
- Ability to run more than one machine at a time.
Responsibilities
- Verify finished work-pieces conform to specifications using measuring and inspection tools.
- Select, align, and secure holding fixtures, cutting tools, attachments, accessories, and materials on machines.
- Start and observe machine operations to detect malfunctions or out-of-tolerance machining, and adjust machine controls or control media as needed.
- Set up and operate machines on trial runs to verify the accuracy of machine settings or programmed control data.
- Review blueprints, sketches, drawings, manuals, specifications, or sample parts to determine finished-part dimensions and tolerances, operation sequence, and setup requirements.
- Perform routine maintenance tasks on machines as required.
- Ensure the correct material type and size are used.
- Document and communicate actions, irregularities, and ongoing needs to maintain coordination across work shifts.
- Complete production and quality logs.
- Communicate and act in a manner that supports a positive work atmosphere with coworkers and management.
- Maintain clean and organized work areas and equipment.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
High school or GED
