Mill and Lathe Machinist

Job Description

Job Description

DUTIES

• Plan machining by studying work orders, blueprints, engineering plans, materials, specifications, orthographic drawings, reference planes, locations of surfaces, and machining parameters; interpreting geometric dimensions and tolerances (GD&T)
• Program CNC machines by entering instructions, including zero and reference points; setting tool registers, offsets, compensation, and conditional switches; calculating requirements, including basic math, geometry, and trigonometry; proving part programs
• Set up CNC machines by installing and adjusting three- and four-jaw chucks, tools, attachments, collets, bushings, cams, gears, stops, and stock pushers; indicating vices; trimming heads
• Load feed mechanism by lifting stock into position
• Verify settings by measuring positions, first-run part, and sample workpieces; adhering to international standards
• Maintain 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
• Maintain safe operations by adhering to safety procedures and regulations
• Maintain continuity among work shifts by documenting and communicating actions, irregularities, and continuing needs
• Document actions by completing production timesheets
• Accomplish organizational goals by accepting ownership for accomplishing new and different requests; exploring opportunities to add value to job accomplishments
• Additional job duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 1 - 2 years of previous experience operating and programming 3- and/or 5-axis CNC machines required
• Ability to pass a drug test in compliance with the law
• Ability to pass a background check in compliance with the law

You should be proficient in:

• GD&T
• Troubleshooting Skills
• CNC Programming
• G-Code
• M-Code
• CNC Machine Setup & Changeover