CNC Operator/Machinist

Posted on 10/07/2020

Job Summary

Produce machined parts by programming, setting up, and operating a computer numerical control (CNC) machine; maintaining quality and safety standards; keeping records; maintaining equipment and supplies.

CNC Operator/Machinist Job Duties

• Plans machining by studying work orders, blueprints, engineering plans, materials, specifications, and machining parameters; interpreting geometric dimensions and tolerances (GD&T). Experience in using Solid Works is a plus.

• Plans stock inventory by checking stock to determine amount available; anticipating needed stock; placing and expediting orders of stock; verifying receipt of stock and transporting stock from receiving area to stocking location.

• Programs mills and lathes by entering instructions, including zero and reference points; setting tool registers, offsets, compensation, and conditional switches; calculating requirements, including basic math, geometry, and trigonometry; proving part programs.

• Sets-up mills and lathes by installing and adjusting three-- and four-- jaw and chucks, tools, attachments, collets, bushings, and stops.

• Loads feed mechanism by lifting stock into position.

• Verifies settings by measuring positions, first-run part, and sample work pieces; adhering to drawing tolerances.

• Maintains specifications by observing drilling, grooving, and cutting, including turning, facing, and thread chasing operations; taking measurements; detecting malfunctions; troubleshooting processes; adjusting and reprogramming controls; sharpening and replacing worn tools; adhering to quality assurance procedures and processes.

• Maintains safe operations by adhering to safety procedures and regulations.

• Maintains equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements; following manufacturer's instructions; troubleshooting malfunctions; calling for repairs.

• Documents actions by completing production planning sheets.

• Updates job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities; reading technical publications.

• Accomplishes organization goals by accepting ownership for accomplishing new and different requests; exploring opportunities to add value to job accomplishments.

• Must demonstrate a professional and positive attitude as well as a passion for continuous improvement and work well in a team-oriented fashion.

Skills and Qualifications 

• Conceptual skills

• Process improvement

• Verbal communication

• Functional and technical skills

• Controls and instrumentation

• Supply management

• Tooling

• Coordination

• Inventory control

• Attention to detail

• Judgement

• Positive attitude