Cnc Milling Machinist

Job Summary:

The CNC Milling Machinist performs detailed machine setups on 3, 4, and 5 axis CNC Milling Machines. Is highly skilled in Setup and Troubleshooting. Performs necessary inspection steps. Works with minimum supervision to make necessary adjustments and process improvements to create high quality products. Operates production of more complex products. Provides training and mentorship for less skilled machinists.

Duties / Responsibilities:

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  • Perform machine setups quickly, accurately, and efficiently on all 3, 4, and 5 Axis milling equipment
  
  
  • Load, prove out, and maintain of CNC programs.
  
  
  • Work with engineering to suggest improvements to CNC programs and fixturing.
  
  
  • Operate machines to produce production runs of parts as needed including operating controls, setting offsets, and performing simple edits.
  
  
  • Inspect of parts for conformance to requirements of Process / Inspection sheets and customer drawings.
  
  
  • Communicate with supervisor, engineers, production control, quality and other shop personnel for assignments and to report machining, equipment or quality issues.
  
  
  • Keep equipment and work area clean and orderly. Perform basic preventative maintenance functions on equipment.
  
  
  • Maintain lot control and quality standards through understanding of the Quality Management System.
  
  
  • Monitor and document operational and performance issues.
  
  
  
  

  Required Skills / Abilities:

  
  
  
  
  • Proficient knowledge and application of precision measuring instruments and the application of such instruments. Instruments should include but not limited to Micro-Height Gages, Micrometers, Calipers, Depth gages, Indicators, Dial Bore Gages.
  
  
  • Strong skills inspecting and verifying finished products.
  
  
  • G & M code fluency and ability to edit programs
  
  
  • Knowledge of reading drawings and specifications with an understanding of geometric tolerance and dimensions.
  
  
  • Knowledge of tool holders, cutting tools, boring bars, fixtures, inserts and other accessories used on various machines.
  
  
  • Must be able to follow written and oral instructions
  
  
  • Strong verbal communication and problem-solving skills
  
  
  • Attention to detail and ability to deal with complexity
  
  
  • Capable of working in a customer-focused, deadline-driven environment while maintaining a positive attitude
  
  
  • Interested in learning with, and from, peers, engineering, and programming team to improve operations
  
  
  • Willing to run multiple machines independently or in a team environment.
  
  
  • CNC Turning experience a plus
  
  
  
  

Education and Experience:

• Minimum of 5 years CNC milling machine experience within an Aerospace machining, job shop environment.


• High School Diploma or GED.


• Technical/Vocational training welcome.

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to lift 25 pounds