CNC Machinist

Overview

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, and shop sketches
• Use all conventional machine shop equipment and machinery to cut, machine and shape raw materials in accordance with drawing requirements
• Build fixtures and various holding devices as needed to hold or support work pieces in process
• Set up, load and operate various machine tools including but not limited to cutoff saws, lathes, mills, grinders and other machinery as needed
• Able to program, set up and operate CNC machine tools including lathes and mills
• Proficient in the use of off-line programming software used in developing CNC programs
• Analyze job requirements and use best shop practice to meet drawing requirements in the most efficient time
• Proficient in the use of various hand tools as necessary to achieve finish requirements
• Operate forklift as needed
• Assemble machined or fabricated components as needed
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications & Experience

• Manufacturing background preferred.
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Completion of formal apprenticeship program or completion of in-company, four-year training program
• Proficient in the use of various hand tools as necessary to achieve finish requirements
• Ability to effectively use power driven equipment
• Close attention and care is required to prevent damage to complex machine tools
• High mental and visual effort required