CNC Mill and Manual Lathe Machinist

Edgewater Automation•Saint Joseph, MI

5d•Onsite

About The Position

A skilled machinist uses sophisticated computer-controlled equipment to produce machined metal parts for industries that demand precision components. Some of these industries include automotive, aerospace & medical equipment. A CNC Mill and Manual Lathe Machinist develops machining plans by studying blueprints, engineering plans, materials, specifications, machining parameters & interpreting geometric dimensions and tolerances (GD&T).

Requirements

Good working knowledge of basic math, trigonometry & geometry must be used in the shop environment.
Understanding of speeds & feeds of different types of cutting tools and inserts.
Uses precision measuring instruments to verify the quality of the products which have been machined through their machining efforts.
Capable of setting up and operating manual engine lathes (Acra 1440TE or equivalent) to machine ferrous and non-ferrous metals.
Capable of performing turning, facing, boring, threading, grooving, drilling, reaming, and taper turning operations on a manual lathe.
Solid understanding of software & multiple programming languages.
Able to follow job instructions, comprehend specifications, and determine the correct machine setup on their own to achieve a quality final product.
Able to evaluate product quality and make programming adjustments as needed for quality products.
Must be able to be a part of a self-directed work force requiring minimal supervision.
Good communication skills are a must.
Excellent organizational skills are a must.
Excellent time management skills are a must.
Must be able to be a good team member. Team work is a must.
High School Degree
5 years of experience as a CNC Machine Operator

Nice To Haves

Haas CNC experience preferred
SolidCam or similar programming software
DOL Journeymen Certificate desired

Responsibilities

Develop machining plans by studying blueprints, engineering plans, materials, specifications, machining parameters & interpreting geometric dimensions and tolerances (GD&T).
Develop their own program to perform the cuts and shapes required by the engineering blueprint.
Upload computer software, and program the machine to make parts from various materials, such as metal and plastics.
Interpret the parts design from blueprints.
Communicate with engineers to make any necessary changes.
Troubleshoot problems and make machine adjustments as needed.
Perform quality checks on finished products to make sure dimensions and other criteria conform to specifications.
Maintain safe operations by adhering to safety procedures and regulations.
Maintain continuity among work shifts by documenting and communicating actions, irregularities, and continuing needs.
Update job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities & reading technical publications.