CNC Mill Machinist - 1st Shift

Avalign Technologies•Fort Wayne, IN

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The CNC Mill Machinist works at the Fort Wayne, Indiana facility and sets up and operates 3-, 4-, and 5-axis CNC milling centers to produce precision parts that meet blueprint specifications and work instructions. The role also involves CNC program debugging, machine adjustments, tool changes, production monitoring, quality documentation, and supporting on-time customer delivery. The schedule is first shift, Monday through Thursday, 6:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. (four 10-hour days).

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
At least 2 years of CNC milling experience.
Comprehensive knowledge of relevant machinery, tooling, measuring and gauging equipment, and production processes.
Expertise in machinery setups, blueprint reading, routers, and setup files.
Understanding of part requirements to ensure quality assembly, both functionally and cosmetically.
Understanding of basic CNC programming.

Nice To Haves

Advanced technical training.
Experience with Mazak, Mori, or YCM machines.

Responsibilities

Perform machine setups and changeovers, debug CNC programs, and make necessary machine adjustments and tool changes.
Operate and maintain CNC mill machines, finishing machines, hand tools, and fixtures; remove burrs as required.
Read and interpret blueprints, inspection check-sheets, and work instructions.
Use inspection tools such as calipers, micrometers, height stands, and comparators.
Use ERP and machine monitoring systems to manage work orders, monitor production, and electronically document quality checks.
Provide detailed feedback to CNC programmers and keep setup documentation current in accordance with change control procedures.
Support training of other team members in the area of responsibility as needed.
Drive continuous improvements in quality and delivery within the work area.
Execute the production plan to ensure on-time customer delivery.
Follow company policies and procedures, pay particular attention to safety regulations, and wear personal protective equipment in accordance with safety and training guidelines.