Machinist

Default•Chattanooga, TN

17d•Onsite

About The Position

The Machinist (CNC/Manual) position programs and operates one or more CNC machining center to perform drilling, tapping, milling, boring and other machining operations over a range of surfaces, diameters, and depths. Determines operation sequence, select, and adjust tools and mount in storage matrix. Job set-ups may be complex and require milling to very close tolerances.

Requirements

High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
Formal technical training credits in a recognized college-level program
0-2 years of experience with heavy equipment production line CNC/Manual machining
Ability to maintain positive, cooperative working relationships
Ability to work both individually and as part of a team
Skill in working efficiently and accurately to keep up with production requirements
Safe material handling skills in working with steel
Capacity to learn quickly
Flexibility and adaptability in coping with pressures, deadlines, and rapidly changing situations

Responsibilities

Programs and operates one or more CNC machining centers to perform drilling, tapping, milling, boring, and other machining operations.
Determines operation sequence, selects, and adjusts tools and mounts them in the storage matrix.
Studies blueprints, drawings, manuals, specifications, or sample parts to determine dimensions and tolerances of finished workpieces.
Starts and observes machine operation to detect malfunctions or out-of-tolerance machining and adjusts machine controls or control media as required.
Inspects finished workpieces to blueprints, quality standards, and exact tolerances using measuring and inspection tools.
Sets up and operates machines on trial runs to verify accuracy of machine settings or programmed control data.
Consults with engineers, production management, programmers, or others to resolve machining or programming problems.
Operates alternately more than one type of machine tool such as grinders, drill presses, lathes, etc. on machining operations of moderate complexity.
Reads job specifications to determine machine adjustments and material requirements.
Performs correct machine adjustments and obtains correct materials.
Sets up and lays out to print specifications.
Measures workpiece dimensions to determine accuracy of machine operation.
Removes burrs, sharp edges, rust, or scale from workpieces.
Adjusts stops and replaces dull tools.
Performs minor machine maintenance such as oiling machines, dies, or workpieces.
Stacks, marks, packs, and transports finished workpieces.
Completes related paperwork necessary to maintain accurate manufacturing records.
Maintains and uses all appropriate PPE.
Uses material handling equipment when required.
Actively participates in accident prevention and adheres to all safety requirements.