CNC Machinist - Lathe & Mill (2nd Shift)

Summary:

We are seeking a full-time, career-minded, experienced Machinists with a broad aptitude in the industry to work on our 2nd shift. We will offer training on our specific materials/equipment and provide additional training as appropriate to improve the capabilities of our team.

Primary Duties / Responsibilities:

• Ability to produce quality, high value precision parts with CNC Machines.
• Mill: Haas / 3 to 5 axis
• Lathe: Doosan, Mazak QTN and OmniTurn
• Swiss-Type Lathe: Gen Turn 52CS Y2/8-axis
• Read and interpret engineering drawings - familiarity with GD&T is a plus. 
• Perform machine setups with little to no assistance and familiar with fixtures. 
• Edit programs on the machine to maintain tolerances related to material movement and tool wear. 
• Knowledge of optimal tool selections, speeds, and calculations. 
• Accurately maintain quality inspection documentation including FAI. Confirm parts are accurate to print with common inspection/measuring tools - calipers, micrometers, height gauge, comparator, CMM, etc. 
• Ability to identify problems and/or defects, correct and prevent quality issues. 
• Meet productivity & quality objectives. Driven and motivated to improve processes and productivity. 
• Perform various other duties according to the needs of the department or company. 
• Follow safety procedures & company policies. Conscious of maintaining a safe work environment. 
• Keep all work areas clean and organized. Perform routine machine maintenance and inspections. 
• Assist department as necessary. 

Required Skills / Experience / Education:

• High school diploma or equivalent required. 
• 3-5 years of machining experience required - experience with plastics & live tooling preferred. 
• Experience with HAAS, Fanuc, Mazatrol and Mitsubishi 80V controls strongly preferred. 
• Works well in a culture of honesty and high integrity. 
• Team mentality - works well with others, reliable and takes pride in work. 
• Willingness and desire to listen, learn, cross-train, follow instructions and support continuous growth for yourself and others. 
• High level of precision, attention to detail and accuracy. 
• Good verbal and written communication skills in English. 
• Occasional lifting and physically capable. Usually light lifting, but sometimes up to 50 lbs. 
• Willing to work extended shifts, if required. 
• Conform to our tobacco-free environment. 

Work Environment / Schedule:

The CNC Machinist position works primarily within climate-controlled industrial buildings. Will spend most of the day on your feet and working with your hands. The standard work schedule is Monday – Thursday, 4:15 p.m. – 2:45 a.m. (4/10s) with 30-minute unpaid dinner break. Shift differential available.

Drake Plastics is a drug-free workplace. All applicants who receive conditional offers of employment will be subject to pre-employment drug testing.