CNC Machinist Setup/Operator

Set up, adjust and operate a variety of CNC controlled lathes or machining centers to perform turning, boring, threading, contouring, milling, drilling, tapping, cuts to close tolerances and finish requirements.

• Work from routings, process sheets and blueprints. Use a variety of precision instruments to set-up and inspect work.
• Assist in establishing program requirements. Make machine adjustments to correct deviations from program specifications. Note and report program problems. Make adjustments to program where applicable.
• May recommend tooling arrangement, fixtures, operational sequences. Mount and secure tooling, align and secure fixtures, platens and work pieces. Help make set-up & instruct new or less qualified operators. Run secondary machine or auxiliary operations when applicable.

Qualifications

• Experience with Fanuc controls preferred.
• Solid knowledge of machine shop & CNC techniques.
• Two + years CNC turning experience.
• Solid background in shop math and blueprint reading.
• Experienced in use of hoists and cranes.
• Personal tools & willingness to buy tools as needed.
• Experience on large diameter vertical lathes helpful.
• Ability to lift up to 35 lbs.