CNC Operator Machinist 3 (Swing Shift)

Wagstaff•Spokane Valley, WA

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Wagstaff manufactures equipment for aluminum producers, who process formed aluminum into parts and products you use every day. This role involves setting up, editing, and programming CNC and/or manual machines according to prints and specifications, operating these machines for precision work using safe practices, and achieving a level of technical proficiency equivalent to a subject-matter expert. The employee will also be capable of training less senior employees and leading project teams.

Requirements

High School diploma or GED
Minimum of ten (10) years CNC or manual machining experience required
May substitute two (2) years experience for Associate of Arts degree in Machining Technology
May substitute one year experience for accredited trade or vocational machining certificate
Experience in the set-up and operation of multiple types of machine shop equipment
Demonstrated ability, understanding, and experience to guide raw materials through all available processes, and end with a finished product that conforms to all specified requirements
Understand the machining properties of multiple types of materials such as steel, cast iron, aluminum, brass, stainless steel and composites
Familiar with operation and maintenance of machines and tooling
Ability to machine parts to precise specifications
Ability to use the capability of the CNC control to develop CNC machining programs (CNC only)
Ability to interpret mechanical drawings for proper applications of tolerances, fit, and process control
Proper use of precision measuring instruments including calipers, machinist protractors, radius/thread gauges and micrometers
In-depth knowledge of Wagstaff product lines and processes
Demonstrated ability to quote and bid unique products
Demonstrated ability to train and mentor other employees
MRP systems for accurate job reporting and assignment of jobs

Nice To Haves

Mazatrol conversational experience preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

Set up and operate CNC and/or manual production machines, primarily mills and lathes.
Setup and use, modify, if necessary, required fixtures, cutting tools and work instructions to machine parts to specification.
Calculate the appropriate feeds and speeds for cutting operations required to manufacture parts to prints.
Identify and troubleshoot any problems with machined parts and assist other less skilled employees to resolve problems.
Evaluate tool wear and establish tool change frequency.
Perform fixture maintenance and tool replacement edits.
Perform all CNC machining processes including editing G&M codes and offsets (CNC only).
Develop machining process instructions, tool sheets, and/or CNC machining programs as necessary and applicable to the specific machine.
Provide assistance to other departments, primarily Manufacturing Engineering, with the development of job quotes, machining processes, fixtures, and tooling.
Cross train and mentor co-workers to share skills and knowledge.
Identify and develop product/process improvements and then lead implementation of these improvements.
Operate machines using best and safe practices.
Produce parts within required tolerances.
Function as a team member and support other teams.
Willingness to cross train on other machines as required.
Follow documented processes.
Maintain a high degree of quality.
Maintain required paperwork.
Housekeeping/maintenance of work area and machinery.
Work weeks in excess of 40 hours may be required.
Present to small groups to conduct training, lead process improvement initiatives, and provide job status updates.
Other duties as assigned.