MACHINIST (3rd shift)

Cope Plastics•Hiawatha, IA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Great opportunities for CNC Machinists at our Cedar Rapids branch, located in Hiawatha, IA. We're looking for one Saw Operator and one Mill Operator. Our machinists are a vital part of our overall success, as we rely on them to continue producing high-quality products for our valued customers. We pride ourselves in providing a safe and family-like work environment. Join a positive working environment with a team of highly skilled machinists. This is a 3rd shift position (11pm-7am) with a $3 shift differential. Hourly rate starts at $21.97/hour (higher based on experience) plus the shift differential.

Requirements

Requires a high school education or GED.
Diversified manufacturing experience preferred, including a working knowledge of machining techniques and experience with numerically controlled machines.

Nice To Haves

CNC machinists with a diverse background in lathe and/or mill operation
Strong shop aptitude
Math and measuring skills are a plus
Courteous and dedicated to providing excellent service through quality work
Ability to learn and work in a quick pace environment.

Responsibilities

Keys in or downloads provided programs into manual, semi-automatic, and automatic mills, lathes and other related machines employing recognized tooling and procedures with tolerances that are close but not difficult to maintain
Works from detailed instructions, standard coding and operational data to change or mount tools and to position work piece
Operates control console to orient spindle and check work position at specified reference points
Adjusts machine and fixture stops to maintain tolerance requirements
Interprets part drawings when applicable, uses required measuring instruments to check machine positioning and inspects work
Recognizes and reports machine malfunctions, tooling difficulties, etc.
De-burrs parts, performs final inspection, completes paperwork and prepares parts for transport to packaging