CNC Machinist​/Programmer

Volk is the world's leading brand in ophthalmic diagnostic and surgical lenses. Our purpose is to eradicate preventable blindness through all aspects of the work we do. Volk is a highly regarded, global organization and is a subsidiary of Halma, a FTSE 100 company. To support our ongoing growth, we are looking for you!

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Programs, sets up, and operates CNC milling, lathe, or other machinery according to blueprint specifications

Utilizes G or M code and CAM software (MasterCAM, MAZATROL, Haas Visual Programming System, etc.)Tests accuracy of settings and programs

Follows all safe work practices & safety rules

Fabricates metallic and nonmetallic parts, and fits and assembles machined parts into complete units

Applies knowledge of machine shop theory and procedures, shop mathematics, machinability of materials, layout techniques, operating conventional, special-purpose, and CNC machines and machining centers

Checks blueprints, sketches, drawings, manuals, specifications, or sample part to determine dimensions and tolerances of finished work piece, sequence of operations, and setup requirements

Selects, aligns, and secures holding fixtures, cutting tools, attachments, accessories, and materials on machines, such as mills, lathes, jig borers, grinders, and shapers

Calculates and sets controls to regulate machining factors, such as speed, feed, coolant flow, and depth and angle of cut, or enters commands to retrieve, input, or edit computerized machine control media

Starts and observes machine operation to detect malfunctions or out-of-tolerance machine, and adjusts machine controls or control media as required

Verifies conformance of finished work piece to specifications, using precision measuring instruments

Set up and operates machine on trial run to verify accuracy of machine settings or programmed control data

Fits and assembles parts into complete assembly, using jigs, fixtures, surface plate, surface table, hand tools, and power tools

Verifies dimensions and alignment of assembly, using measuring instruments, such as micrometers, height gauges, and gauge blocks

May install machined replacement parts in mechanisms, machines, and equipment, and test operation of unit to ensure functionality and performance

May develop specifications from general description and draw sketch of part or product to be fabricated

May confer with engineers, production personnel, programmers, or others to resolve machining or assembly problems

May specialize in setting up and operating CNC machines and machining centers or set up and operate CNC machines linked to automated storage, retrieval, and moving devices

Utilize CNC and conventional mills, lathes, grinders and other machine and hand tools to produce precision parts

Set-up, program and operate CNC mills and lathes with live tooling

May fabricate machine replacement parts

Perform general machine shop functions

Effectively prioritizes jobs to meet deadlines and work in an efficient and timely manner

Complete required documentation

Maintain compliance with Quality related to medical device regulations and requirements

May train machinists in department

Other duties as assignedQUALIFICATIONSHigh school diploma or equivalent7-10 years of machinist experience using conventional machine and hand tools3-5 years CNC set-up, programming, and operating experience

Must be able to perform close tolerance machining

Able to read and understand written instructions/specifications such as technical manuals, design specifications and mechanical drawings.

Good interpersonal skills, mathematical aptitude and logical problem-solving skills necessary

Good verbal and written communication

Ability to work independently with minimal oversight and still function as a team player

Proficient computer skills

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