CNC Machinist

Position Summary
The CNC Machinist programs, sets up, and operates conventional, special purpose and CNC machining centers to fabricate high precision
metallic and nonmetallic parts.

Essential Functions

• Study blueprints, sketches, drawings, manuals, specifications, or sample parts to determine dimensions and tolerances of finished workpiece, the sequence of operations, and setup requirements
• Efficiently set-up & operate CNC machines centers to fabricate metallic and non-metallic parts in a fast-paced production environment
• Select, align, and secure holding fixtures, cutting tools, attachments, accessories, and materials on machines such as CNC Mills, CNC Lathes, and CNC grinders
• Calculate and set controls to regulate machining factors such as speed, feed, and depth and angle of cut, or enters commands to retrieve, input, or edit computerized machine control media
• Perform major editing of Complex CNC programs
• Efficiently program and machine Complex–High Precision Parts using CNC Machines
• Thoroughly measure and inspect parts per engineering specifications, drawings, or written instructions

Additional Duties

• Efficiently load material and parts for un-attended machining
• Effectively set-up additional machines to be run unattended
• Design & manufacture advanced & complicated fixturing
• As assigned

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Ability to read and understand engineering blueprints, work instructions, control plans, and other production documentation
• Must be able to write detailed set-up instructions, reports and speak effectively with employees
• Knowledge of speeds and feeds for machining all types of materials
• Skilled in the use of micrometers, calipers, electronic indicators, and other measurement equipment
• Ability to apply the concepts of math: basic algebra, geometry, and trigonometry
• Knowledge of metric conversion; able to work in both Metric and English units
• Advanced knowledge of Geometric & Dimensional Tolerancing and efficient in Finishing Techniques
• Ability to work in a safe and efficient manner to meet production goals and minimize scrap

Minimum Qualifications

• Technical school or apprenticeship program in Machine Shop technology;
• or ten or more years related experience and/or training
• or equivalent combination of education and experience

Schedule