CNC Machinist

Description

Are you driven, motivated, and want a career? Do you have an interest in joining one of the worlds leading manufacturers of concrete products, equipment & palletizing solutions that has set the standard for the past 80 years? Columbia Machine is one of Vancouver's largest employers, and a family owned business since 1937; we are currently seeking a Machinist with a highly-trained eye for quality to join our team. In this position, you'll be able to help support our companys vision of delivering products of the highest quality to our customers. Columbia Machine offers a competitive benefits package including medical, dental and vision, paid time off, 401K, tuition reimbursement and so much more. If you are looking for a company that values its employees then log on to http://www.columbiamachine.com for more information. Available positions include Weekend Days, Swing Shift and Graveyard.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Ability to work to production schedule and due dates

Operating a variety of machines safely and efficiently

Ability to hold tight tolerances ( /- .002)

Familiar with Fanuc controls

Ability to read blueprints

Understand and calculate feeds and speeds

Essential Duties and Responsibilities (cont.):

Constant (over 66%)

• Decision Making

(Decisions generally affect own job or specific functional area.)

• Problem Solving

(Problems encountered are routine, somewhat repetitive, and generally solved by following clear or established directions and procedures.)

Frequent (33%-66%)

• Independence of Action

(Work is closely monitored by supervisor/manager; detailed instructions and procedures are generally provided.)

Occasional (10%-33%)

None

None to Seldom (0%-10%)

Supervisory Responsibilities

Non-Essential Job Functions

Qualifications: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Knowledge, skills and/or abilities:

Knowledge-

Other

Basic

1. LEAN Principles

Skills-

1. Understanding of material types and grades
2. Large fab machining experience
3. Complicated setups
4. Horizontal Experience
5. Good math skills
6. Strong manual and CNC operating skills
7. Familiar with live tooling
8. Comprehensive understanding of CNC code

Abilities-

1. Ability to foster and work within a team environment
2. Actively participates in safety programs and complies with all Columbia safety policies
3. Ability to follow written and verbal instruction
4. Ability to simultaneously work on multiple projects at one time
5. Willingness to work extended hours to meet company needs
6. Maintains a clean and safe work area
7. Displays attention to detail and consistently follows Standard Work Instructions (when available) when completing tasks
8. Communicates well with peers, supervision, customers, vendors and other departments
9. Actively participates in Columbia Idea System, 6S, and other CI efforts

Education and/or Experience:

1. High school diploma or GED
2. Vocational or technical training preferred
3. 2-4 years experience

Physical Demands (The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions):

Constant (over 66%)

Standing, Hearing & Listening

Frequent (33%-66%)

Lifting & Carrying up to 10 LBS

Occasional (10%-33%)

Talking, walking, Bending, Stooping, Pushing & Pulling, Shoveling Lifting and Carrying up to 30 LBS

Seldom (1-10%)

Sitting, Kneeling, Squatting, crouching, Reaching Overhead, Lifting and Carrying 50 LBS or more

Specific vision abilities required for this job include close vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

*Never exceeding our company manual lifting policy and corresponding SOPs.

Work Environment (The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions).

Industrial exposure: Extreme Cold, Extreme Heat, Noise, Vibration, Close Proximity to Moving Parts, Electrical Currents, Dust, Dirt, Solvents, Oils, Cutting fluids

Required Personal Protective Equipment (PPEs):

Safety glasses, hearing protection as required. Other PPE as required by specific operational area or task being performed.

Columbia Machine offers a full benefits package including medical, dental, vision, prescription drug, life insurance, flexible spending accounts, short and long term disability, 401(k), incentive compensation, paid holidays, paid time off, and tuition reimbursement. Equal Opportunity Employer - Women and Minorities are encouraged to apply. Columbia does participate in E-Verify. To apply for this exciting career opportunity today, please apply online at www.columbiamachine.com

Qualifications

Salary : $21 - $30