Haas CNC Set Up Machinist

Wakefield Thermal•Nashua, NH

98d

About The Position

The Haas CNC Set Up Machinist supports new product development by setting up and proving out Haas CNC machines, fixtures, and machining programs. The role works closely with Engineering, Programming, Tooling, and Manufacturing to help transition new products efficiently into production. The position involves troubleshooting and process improvement in a fast-paced manufacturing environment, and requires strong problem-solving and communication skills and a strong work ethic. The machinist works from drawings, blueprints, job layouts, and other written specifications to determine feeds, speeds, tooling, and operational sequences. They adjust machines and machining processes until parts meet specifications and time standards, verify quality through first-piece inspections and process validation, and maintain setup documentation and process notes. After first-article verification, the machinist trains and monitors the operator assigned to the machine. The role also requires following safety, quality, and manufacturing procedures and supporting departmental continuous improvement.

Requirements

5+ years of CNC setup experience with Haas CNC machines.
Experience proving out new fixtures and CNC programs.
Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, and GD&T.
Strong understanding of cutting tools, work holding, machining processes, and vacuum fixtures.
Experience with first article inspections and process validation.
Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
Ability to prioritize multiple projects in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to regularly use hands and arms to finger, handle, feel, and control objects or tools; regularly stand; and occasionally walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
Ability to regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

Set up and prepare Haas CNC machines for new product manufacturing.
Prove out and validate new fixtures to ensure proper function and repeatability.
Prove out CNC programs, identifying and resolving machining issues before production release.
Collaborate with Engineering and Manufacturing teams to optimize machining processes.
Provide input during engineering and production meetings regarding tooling, fixtures, machining strategies, and process improvements.
Troubleshoot setup, tooling, and programming issues to improve efficiency and quality.
Work from drawings, blueprints, job layouts, or other written specifications to determine feeds, speeds, tooling, and operational sequences.
Change cutting tools and reposition workpieces during machining.
Operate and adjust machines, along with programming, until parts conform to specifications and time standards.
Detect and report improper operation, faulty equipment, and unusual or unsafe conditions to Supervisor, Management, or Maintenance.
Detect and report significant variances in job standards and cycle times to the NPD Manager.
After completion of First Article of Verification, train and monitor the operator assigned to the machine.
Maintain cleanliness with the team in the NPD workspace.
Verify part quality through first-piece inspections and process validation.
Maintain accurate setup documentation and process notes.
Follow safety, quality, and manufacturing procedures.
Support continuous improvement initiatives within the department.