CNC Machinist

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• Plan machining by studying work orders, blueprints, engineering plans, materials, specifications, orthographic drawings, reference planes, locations of surfaces, and machining parameters; interpret geometric dimensions and tolerances (GD&T).
• Program mills and lathes by entering instructions, including zero and reference points; set tool registers, offsets, compensation, and conditional switches; calculate requirements, including basic math, geometry, and trigonometry; prove part programs.
• Set up mills and lathes by installing and adjusting chucks, tools, attachments, collets, bushings, cams, gears, stops, stock pushers; indicate vices; tramming heads.
• Verify settings by measuring positions, first‑run part, and sample work pieces; adhere to international standards.
• Maintain specifications by observing all machining operations; take measurements; detect malfunctions in the program; troubleshoot processes; adjust and reprogram controls; replace worn tools.
• Maintain safe operations by adhering to safety procedures and regulations.
• Maintain equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements; follow manufacturer instructions; troubleshoot malfunctions; call for repairs.
• Maintain continuity among work shifts by documenting and communicating actions, irregularities, and continuing needs.
• Document actions by completing production and quality logs.
• Update job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities; read technical publications.
• Accomplish organization goals by accepting ownership for new and different requests; explore opportunities to add value to job accomplishments.
• Follow quality standards to ensure parts meet customer and company standards.
• Work independently, building fixtures, tooling, and developing programs.
• Other responsibilities may be added or assumed based on necessity.

• Five years’ experience as a CNC Machinist.
• Aerospace experience a plus.
• Ability to work independently, building fixtures, tooling, and developing programs.

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