CNC Programmer/Machinist

Phoenix Air • Cartersville, GA

5d

About The Position

Highly skilled CNC Programmer/Machinist responsible for programming, setting up, and operating multi-axis CNC mills and lathes to produce precision components in a job-shop environment.

Requirements

• 10 years’ experience in a job shop environment programming and running parts OR
• 5 years’ experience in a job shop environment programming and running parts and a Machine Tool Diploma from a Technical College
• Ability to program 3 and 4 axis CNC mills and 2 axis lathes
• Ability to set up and operate 3 and 4 axis mills and 2 axis lathes
• Have own measuring tools (micrometers, calipers, indicators, etc.)
• Can verify parts meet quality expectations and are dimensionally accurate
• Knowledge of Solidworks
• Experience programming with Solidcam or other CNC programming software
• Ability to produce quality parts from drawings and solid models
• Ability to design and manufacture needed tooling and fixturing to machine parts
• Able to problem solve various machining related problems
• Ability to choose and source correct tooling to complete unique machining jobs

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of Haas Mill and Lathe controls a plus
• Knowledge of sheet metal forming a plus

Responsibilities

• Plans machining by studying work orders, blueprints, engineering plans, materials, specifications, orthographic drawings, reference plans, locations of surfaces, and machining parameters; interpreting geometric dimensions and tolerances (GD&T).
• Plans stock inventory by checking stock to determine amount available; anticipating needed stock; placing and expediting orders for stock; verifying receipt of stock.
• Programs mills and lathes by entering instructions, including zero and reference points; setting tool registers, offsets, compensation, and conditional switches; calculating requirements, including basic math, geometry, and trigonometry; proving part programs.
• Sets-up mills and lathes by installing and adjusting three- and four-jaw chucks, tools, attachments, collets, bushings, cams, gears, stops, and stock pushers; indicating vices; tramming heads.
• Loads feed mechanism by lifting stock into position.
• Verifies settings by measuring positions, first-run part, and sample workpieces; adhering to international standards.
• Maintains specifications by observing drilling, grooving, and cutting, including turning, facing, knurling and thread chasing operations; taking measurements; detecting malfunctions; troubleshooting processes; adjusting and reprogramming controls; sharpening and replacing worn tools; adhering to quality assurance procedures and processes.
• Maintains continuity among work shifts by documenting and communicating actions, irregularities, and continuing needs.
• Documents actions by completing production and quality logs.
• Updates job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities.
• Accomplishes organization goals by accepting ownership for accomplishing new and different requests; exploring opportunities to add value to job accomplishments.
• Maintain work and shop areas to a clean and safe environment.
• Requires minimal supervision to perform all assigned tasks.
• Know, understand, follow, promote, and continuously improve company policies and procedures.
• Observe all safety, environmental, and general housekeeping rules and policies.
• Construct tooling fixtures, and any special tooling as needed.
• Document all work accomplished in a clear, concise and accurate manner.
• Use precision measuring instruments to accomplish sheet metal repairs or modifications, (i.e. micrometers, calipers, protractors, scales, etc.)

What This Job Offers

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