CNC Specialist

ALIGN PRECISION•North Plains, OR

8d•$35 - $46

About The Position

The CNC Specialist manufactures detailed parts and tools from blueprints, sketches, drawings, or verbal instructions using computer- or mechanically controlled machine tools and equipment. The role sets up and operates mills, lathes, drill presses, power tools, CNC equipment, grinders, jig bores, and other machining equipment. It uses mathematical and geometrical calculations and precision measuring instruments to maintain tolerances, install and adjust cutting tools and workpieces, monitor machine feed and speed, and produce parts to specifications. The specialist measures, examines, and tests completed products, deburrs parts, and may perform complex machining for prototype and experimental work. The role may build first-article or prototype equipment and mechanical devices from raw materials using sketches, discussions, and conceptual designs. It assists engineers with product design, development, and evaluation, recommends product or manufacturing improvements, helps develop prototype production, and may design or improve equipment, tools, and fixtures or develop CNC software programs.

Requirements

At least 6 years of relevant experience.
High school degree or equivalent, plus specialized training.
Excellent attention to detail.
Working knowledge of customer specifications and requirements.
Basic computer skills.
Problem-solving abilities.
Ability to use calipers, micrometers, and similar precision measuring instruments.
Mastery of basic arithmetic, including fractions.
Strong teamwork and communication skills and the ability to work well with coworkers.
Ability to understand and obey safety requirements.
Commitment to keeping the work area clean and free of debris.
Ability to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
Close and distance vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
Ability to use hands to finger, handle, or feel, and to reach with hands and arms for extended periods.
Ability to stand for long periods.
Reliable and consistent attendance.

Responsibilities

Plan machining by reviewing work orders, blueprints, engineering plans, materials, specifications, orthographic drawings, reference planes, surface locations, and machining parameters.
Interpret geometric dimensions and tolerances.
Plan stock inventory, check available stock, anticipate stock needs, place and expedite orders, and verify receipt.
Program mills and lathes by entering instructions, including zeros and reference points.
Set tool registers, offsets, compensations, and conditional switches.
Calculate requirements and adjust chucks, tools, attachments, collets, bushings, cams, gears, stops, and stock pushers.
Load stock into machines and verify machine settings by measuring positions, first-run parts, and sample workpieces against standards.
Maintain specifications during drilling, grooving, cutting, turning, facing, knurling, and thread-chasing operations.
Take measurements and detect malfunctions.
Document work by completing production and quality logs.
Assist engineers in designing, developing, and evaluating new products, recommend product improvements or manufacturing modifications, and assist with prototype production.
Build first-article or prototype equipment and mechanical devices from raw material to finished product.
Deburr surfaces and measure, examine, and test completed products for defects and conformance to specifications.
Maintain reliable and consistent attendance and perform other duties as assigned.