Mazak CNC Operator

Eckhart•Macomb, IL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

A CNC machinist works in our manufacturing department and must be able to produce machined parts by programming, setting up, and operating a computer numerical control (CNC) machine with G&M code; maintaining quality and safety standards; keeping records; maintaining equipment and supplies. A CNC Machinist plans machining by studying work orders, blueprints, engineering plans, materials, specifications, reference planes, locations of surfaces, and machining parameters; interpreting geometric dimensions and tolerances (GD&T). A CNC Machinist provides quality inspection and finishing of parts to pass onto the next process.

Requirements

Working knowledge of manufacturing processes
Strong interpersonal skills.
Good verbal and written skills.
Proven organizational skills.
Ability to prioritize and work with limited supervision.
Ability to explain how and why specific conclusions were reached.
Ability to maintain confidentiality.
Ability to work well under pressure and to remain flexible to changing schedules and demands

Responsibilities

Loads feed mechanism by lifting stock into position.
Verifies settings by measuring positions, first-run part, and sample workpieces; adhering to international standards.
Maintains specifications by observing drilling, grooving, and cutting, including turning, facing, knurling and thread chasing operations; taking measurements; detecting malfunctions; troubleshooting processes; adjusting and reprogramming controls; sharpening and replacing worn tools; adhering to quality assurance procedures and processes.
Maintains safe operations by adhering to safety procedures and regulations.
Maintains equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements; following manufacturer's instructions; troubleshooting malfunctions; calling for repairs.
Maintains continuity among work shifts by documenting and communicating actions, irregularities, and continuing needs.
Documents actions by completing production and quality logs.
Updates job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities; reading technical publications.
Accomplishes organization goals by accepting ownership for accomplishing new and different requests; exploring opportunities to add value to job accomplishments.
Other duties as assigned
Select the appropriate tools, machines, and materials to be used in preparation of machinery work
Maintain industrial machines, applying knowledge of mechanics, shop mathematics, metal properties, layout, and machining procedures.
Observe and listen to operating machines or equipment in order to diagnose machine malfunctions and to determine need for adjustments or repairs
Check work pieces to ensure that they are properly lubricated and cooled.
Operate equipment to verify operational efficiency.
Clean and lubricate machines, tools, and equipment in order to remove grease, rust, stains, and foreign matter.