CNC Setup Machinist

Job Description

Krones, Inc.
* was recently awarded the #10 spot in Milwaukee Journal Sentinel's Top Workplaces based on our employees' valuable feedback! Here's some more information to give you a better idea of why we are the employer of choice if you are a CNC Machinist seeking a new opportunity:

• Job shop environment (high mix, low volume) that provides great learning and growth opportunities.
• We provide the option to CNC Machinists on 2nd or 3rd shift to work a 4/10 or 5/8 schedule. Training typically takes place on 1st shift which would include a 5/8 training schedule.
• Our 2nd shift premium is 10% and our 3rd shift premium is 15%.
• Guaranteed at least 40 hours per week.
• Overtime is optional and not mandatory.
• $2,000 Sign-On Bonus.

We currently have openings on 2nd and 3rd shift.

CNC Machinist

Job Summary:

We are looking for individuals who specialize in either Milling or Turning who can float between various CNC machines within our Machining Department based on their specialization. This individual will perform a series of complex machine operations including setup and programming to meet precise tolerances and finishing requirements. This will involve reading and editing G&M code and performing first piece and in-process quality inspections.

Responsibilities:

• Retrieve CNC programs and load to the machine.
• Setup, load, and operate CNC machines to produce parts per prints.
• Read and edit G&M code and utilize conversational programming.
• Setup fixturing and come up with your own set ups on machine.
• Perform first piece and in-process quality inspections using the metric system.
• Setup cutters in holders and adjust height and length.
• Read drawings/prints to identify operations, specification, and tolerances.
• Meet precise tolerances and finishing requirements.
• Use various hand tools to finish parts and check.
• Use measuring devices like micrometers and calipers to ensure specifications are met.
• Perform operator maintenance tasks like oiling, greasing, and cleaning the machine (5S).
• Use forklift or crane to store and retrieve fixturing and other essential equipment as needed.
• Operate other machines in the department as needed.

Required Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Looking for at least 3-5 years of CNC experience, but we are willing to train suitable candidates with less experience.
• Strong math skills and the ability to work from detailed and involved part drawings and specifications to perform operations to the capacity of the machine and controls.
• Willingness to move between workcenters.

Preferred Qualifications:

• The ability to setup and operate multiple axis machines or machines with live tooling is a plus.
• Ideal candidate will have experience editing G-Code as well as manual programming or conversational programming.
• Ideal candidate will have experience running different grades of material and performing multiple setups per day.
• Mazak experience a plus.

You should be proficient in:

• GD&T
• G-Code
• M-Code

Machines & technologies you'll use:

• CNC Mill (3-4 axis VMC) (Mazak)
• CNC Lathe (2-4 axis) (Mazak)
• CNC Mill (5+ axis VMC) (Mazak)
• CNC Lathe (5+ axis) (Mazak)

Salary info:

$23 - $35 / hr