CNC Machinist (Manufacturing)
The CNC Machinist performs detailed machine setups, G & M code (CNC) programming, machine process improvement and troubleshooting, and produces machined parts using a variety of CNC machines.
Responsibilities
- Retrieve job related information (job routings, part drawing, tool list, work-instruction, in-process inspection sheet, etc.)
- Complete change-over activities (Machine preparation from previous job set-up to new job set-up)
- Complete manufacturing of first part per process instruction
- Review supplied raw-material for dimensions, quantity, defects, and required heat lot/certification numbers
- Manufacture parts to required quantity
- Document manufactured quantities utilizing enterprise resource system
- Inspect and document parts according to in-process inspection sheet requirements
- Troubleshoot parts when issues occur
- Work with the Engineering department to improve machining processes
- Stabilize machining processes to turn over to Operator for production run
- Train Operators as needed on job related items
- Maintain work area and equipment in a clean orderly condition and follow prescribed safety procedures
- Document completion of all required processes in company enterprise system
- Provide end-of-shift report detailing activities of the shift
- Perform machine setups quickly, accurately, and efficiently
- Work with engineering and CAM programming department to develop, and improve CNC programs
- Design and aid in the fabrication of fixturing for parts of varying complexity
- Operate machines to produce production runs of parts
- Maintain quality standards through understanding of the Quality Management System
- Perform machine setups quickly, accurately, and efficiently
- Work with engineering and CAM programming department to develop, and improve CNC programs
- Design and aid in the fabrication of fixturing for parts of varying complexity
- Advise supervisor and programming team of technical advancements to increase production
- Operate machines to produce production runs of parts
- Maintain quality standards through understanding of the Quality Management System
- Monitor and document operational and performance issues and provide feedback to supervisor
- Develop and maintain effective working relationships with peers, supervisors, and other staff
- Other duties as directed by supervisor
Qualifications
- G & M code fluency and ability to edit programs
- High level of blueprint, technical drawings, schematics reading required
- Proficiency with conversational controls is a plus
- Strong verbal communication and problem-solving skills
- Attention to detail and ability to deal with complexity
- Capable of working in a company-focused, deadline-driven environment while maintaining a positive attitude
- Interested in learning with, and from, engineering, and programming team to improve operations
- Understanding of GD&T
- Experience using measuring tools and gages
Judgment / Decision Making:
- Sign off work orders utilizing company enterprise system
- Advise supervisor and programming team of technical advancements to increase production
- Develop and maintain effective working relationships with peers, supervisors, and other staff
- Monitor and document operational and performance issues and provide feedback to supervisor
Work Environment:
While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. May be required to work in areas where high noise hazards prevail. May be exposed to fumes or airborne particles.
Physical Demands:
- Regularly required to stand.
- Frequently required to walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear.
- Occasionally required to sit; climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
- Occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
- Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision and ability to adjust focus.
