CNC Set Up Machinist Level II

PINNACLE PRECISION SHEET METAL CORP•Anaheim, CA

14d•$28 - $35•Onsite

About The Position

Independently performs standard CNC setups and machining operations while consistently meeting production, quality, and safety requirements. Reads blueprints and process documentation, establishes tooling and offsets, verifies first-piece quality, makes routine program or machine adjustments, and resolves common setup and machining issues.

Requirements

High school diploma, GED, or equivalent work experience required.
Demonstrated proficiency in CNC machine operation and standard setups.
Prior CNC setup/operation experience is expected.
Proficient blueprint reading.
Working knowledge of G and M codes.
Solid math, measuring, computer, and basic program-reading/editing skills.
Ability to set and validate tooling, make offsets, perform standard setups, and identify/correct routine production issues.
Reliable, quality-focused, detail-oriented, organized, safety-conscious, collaborative, and able to work independently on standard assignments while communicating effectively with supervisors and team members.

Nice To Haves

Technical training or certification in CNC machining or a related field is preferred.

Responsibilities

Review work orders, blueprints, engineering plans, materials, specifications, process sheets, setup documentation, and applicable job requirements before beginning work.
Ensure CNC machinery, tooling, fixtures, and workholding are in proper condition before setup and operation.
Set up and operate CNC machines in accordance with approved programs, process documentation, specifications, and workmanship standards.
Monitor machining cycles and make appropriate tool, offset, feed, speed, and tapping adjustments within assigned authority.
Perform first-article and in-process verification using appropriate measuring and inspection equipment and document results as required.
Complete production and quality records accurately and communicate actions, irregularities, and job status between shifts.
Perform required daily and weekly machine maintenance and maintain a clean, safe, and organized work area.
Troubleshoot production and machine issues within the scope of assigned competency and escalate issues when appropriate.
Follow all company safety policies, quality requirements, procedures, and work instructions.
Maintain confidentiality of work-related information and materials and perform other duties as assigned.
Independently perform standard setups and changeovers on assigned CNC equipment using process sheets and setup documentation.
Set zero and reference points, tool registers, offsets, compensation, and related machine parameters.
Make routine program edits and write simple programs for tasks such as vise jaws, tapped holes, and pin-stop holes, as applicable.
Interpret blueprints, datum callouts, specifications, and geometric dimensions and tolerances applicable to assigned work.
Troubleshoot routine machine, tooling, and production issues and assist less-experienced employees as needed.