CNC Set Up Machinist

Job Description

Position Summary
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To perform set-ups and operate various machine tools to produce components that meet production, quality and safety standards, with little to no supervision. Provide key input to Engineering and Management staff on process, tooling and equipment issues.

Technical job functions:

• Perform complex set-ups, under minimal supervision from CNC programming on at least 1 machine tool type insuring that the complete components conform to print and specifications. Operate machines as needed to meet production needs.
• Operate and produce complex and varied components on at least 1 machine tool types making necessary adjustments under minimal supervision insuring production and quality levels are met.
• Perform minor program edits at the machine and on a computer under supervision.
• Perform major program changes under direct supervision.
• Utilize process control techniques to assure that parts conform to engineering prints and/or process quality.
• Perform general machine maintenance and lubrication to maximize machine longevity and up-time. Repairs machines under general direction.
• Inspect parts utilizing various measuring devices such as:
  Calipers, Micrometers, visual comparator and CMM.
• Observe established safe working and housekeeping procedures. Promptly correct and/or notify Production Supervisor of hazardous situations.
• Participate and take proactive role in ISO, 5S and Lean Manufacturing methodologies for problem prevention, corrective action, identification and solution verification.

Authorities and Responsibilities:

• Position reports to Production Supervisor and must be able to effectively communicate with internal and external customers and co-workers at all levels.
• Communicates with Manufacturing Engineering personnel concerning technical issues.
• Function in a team environment and work to accomplish team and company goals with ability to compromise and negotiate.
• Must be an open communicator about work-related issues.
• This position is accountable for producing quality parts on a daily basis with limited direct supervision.
• Must independently make "standard" (existing part) set-ups and machine adjustments and develop complex processes.
• Assume other projects and responsibilities from time to time as directed by production supervisor.
• Regular and predictable attendance is presumed to be an essential function of all employment.
• Other duties as apparent or assigned.

Qualifications:

• Minimum of a high school diploma or GED equivalent, or relevant experience.
• 2-year degree or certificate in related field preferred.
• Minimum 5 years experience as CNC Setup Machinist