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CNC Setup Machinist

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$20 - 30 hourly

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Job Description - CNC Setup Machinist

Position
Are you looking for an opportunity to work in the largest worldwide manufacturer of faucets, valves, safety equipment and related products for laboratory use. We are looking for an experienced Setup Machinist who wants a career, not just a job.  We offer competitive pay, great benefits and lots of advancement opportunity.


Who We Are
Founded 75 years ago, WaterSaver Faucet Co. manufactures specialized faucets, valves and related products for use in science laboratories.  We are a family-owned company and the largest manufacturer of these products in the world.  Quality, innovation and service to our customers drives our success.

Proud To Call Chicago Home
We love Chicago and have always been here.  We are in a modern 120,000 square foot facility located in River West northwest of downtown Chicago.  This is a state-of-the-art manufacturing plant where we employ 160 people.  We have gated off-street parking, are close to I90 and have easy access to public transportation. 

Why You Should Join Our Team
When we say that “our people are our biggest asset”, we mean it.  Whatever your career goals are, we believe in developing talent from within.  We create opportunities for dedicated employees to grow and advance.  We promote from within and support continuing education, technical training and skills development.

Position
We require an experienced Setup Machinist to work in our Lathes department working with 3 and 4 axis Okuma and Nakamura Lathes.  
  • Review detailed manufacturing prints
  • Create and or edit G-Code at the machine
  • Setup jobs with any necessary programming and fixturing
  • Setup the machine with required tooling
  • Run the machine while checking for machine errors and part non-conformance
  • Make adjustments to offset coordinates to compensate for materials, tooling or machining conditions.
  • Inspect parts for adherence to print dimensions and tolerances
  • Work independently with minimal direction from senior operations staff to setup jobs, perform machining functions, and troubleshoot machining related issues
  • Hit pre-determined efficiency goals when setting up or operating machines.
  • Continuously strive to help improve processes
  • Follow department specific procedures when setting up and operating machines, as well as inspecting parts.
  • Other duties as assigned

Qualifications
We are looking for a hands-on professional with attention to detail and the ability to think through problems and implement solutions.  You must have:
 
  • 3+ Years of CNC setup or operation experience on lathes or mills
  • Ability to read and comprehend blueprints (including GD&T features such as true position and profile of a surface)
  • Ability to manipulate G-Code programs, change work offsets, and adjust tool offsets
  • Ability to change, touch-off, and indicate tools for CNC lathes or mills.
  • Ability to lift up to 35 lbs
  • Ability to stand and walk up to 90% of the day
  • Ability to bend, twist, turn, and reach up to 100% of the day
  • Ability to work in a shop environment –
  • Be punctual and maintain an excellent attendance record Work with supervisor, engineering & support teams to resolve problem situations as required
Pay and Benefits
  • Pay depends on skill and experience.
  • Blue Cross/Blue Shield health insurance plan.
  • Optional dental and vision coverage.
  • Disability and life insurance.
  • 401k plan with company contribution and 50% match.
  • (10) paid holidays, (10) paid time off (PTO) days and (5) paid sick leave (PSL) days a year.

We are an equal opportunity employer committed to our customers, employees and the community in which we live.  We offer a safe and healthy work environment that rewards commitment, talent and the drive for excellence.

Our candidate evaluation process includes a physical exam (including a drug test), background and reference checks, and tests for reading comprehension
 
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