CNC Technician

Linamar Corporation•Fruitport, MI

About The Position

The CNC Technician reports to the Production Supervisor and sets up and operates CNC machines or machining centers to perform operations including cutting, drilling, milling, reaming, boring, and broaching on metallic and nonmetallic workpieces. The role ensures equipment operates efficiently and safely and meets quality standards, while providing technical expertise to operators and leadership.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Proven experience as a CNC Programmer/Operator or in a similar role.
Proficiency in CNC programming languages such as G-code and M-code, and nesting software.
Ability to operate a forklift and overhead crane; training will be provided.
Ability to interpret drawings and generate programs that produce the desired part dimensions.
Basic knowledge of hydraulic, lubrication, and mechanical equipment.
Proficient understanding of CMM reports and gage readings, and ability to use CMM reports and gages.
Three years of experience in a CNC environment.

Nice To Haves

Technical degree or certification in machining or CNC programming.

Responsibilities

Verify that fixture setups meet quality standards for milling and boring sizes, depths, angles, and other specifications.
Mount, align, and secure tooling, attachments, and workpieces on machines.
Assemble cutting tools in toolholders and position toolholders in machine magazines.
Conduct prove-outs and select the correct programming during setups and changeovers as needed.
Start machines and monitor displays and operation to detect malfunctions.
Stop machines to change cutting tools and setups according to the machining sequence, or to measure parts against blueprint specifications.
Discuss errors with supervisors or programming personnel to resolve problems.
Perform machine maintenance.
Lead one or more operators in a machining cell across two or more product lines.
Perform other duties as assigned.