Job Title:

CNC Machinist 

Department:

 Manufacturing

Reports to:

 Value Stream Team Leader

Matrix Manager:

FLSA Status:

 Non-exempt

Purpose:

Set up and operate CNC machines.  Works from Process Routings, Blueprints, and verbal instructions. Positions parts and subassemblies by using templates or reading

measurements

Principle Accountabilities: (Provide 5-8 Accountabilities for the position)

All set up paperwork for blueprints, set up fixtures, and gages.

Positions and secures tools in machine as instructed by process sheets and set up procedures.

Sets controls to set specified speeds, feed rates, and depths of cuts.

Positions and secures workpiece in jaws or fixture.

Indexes machine and adjustments positions of tools at each operation in relation to workpiece to assure clearance between moving parts and machining of specified dimensions and tolerances.

Run first piece and checks to stated dimensions.

Observes operation and changes tooling and inserts as necessary during operations.

Verifies conformance of machined workpieces to specifications as stated in inspection sequence.

Set ups may involved, bolting fixtures and jaws, setting and adjusting from different tools in cutting tools, setting machine stops, feeds and speeds, checking dimension on set up piece and making final tool adjustments.

Makes autonomous maintenance adjustments to machinery and fluid levels.

Records daily production and is responsible for returning all set up material and paperwork to proper areas.

Responsible for periodic part inspection to assure production of quality parts.

Operator is solely responsible for checking the part from first piece through periodic inspections.

Responsible for housekeeping or machine and work area.

Assists new operators on set up.

If problems are encountered in set up or operation contact Team or Group Leader.

Qualification requirements: 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. (Provide 5-8 requirements for skills and/or past work experience.) 

• Applied knowledge of Controls and Instrumentation
• Applied knowledge and ability to read blueprints and assemble parts according to specification
• Knowledge of manufacturing quality 
• Applied knowledge of mechanical inspection tools
• Applied knowledge of hand tools
• Applied knowledge of power tools
• Use of good judgment
• Willingness to cross train in other areas of the plant as required
• Certification in CNC (Willing to train the right candidates with a certification)

Preferred Education and/or Experience:

High School diploma or equivalent preferred 

Language Skills:

• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, process method sheets, procedure manuals, blueprints and NC manuscripts.
• Ability to speak English and Spanish is a plus, but not required

Mathematical Skills:

Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.  Ability to compute percentages and other metrics, and to communicate results.    

Reasoning Ability:

Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.  Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, or schedule form.

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Other Skills and Abilities: (Include additional as the position requires)

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.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools or controls; and reach with hands and arms.  The employee is regularly required to walk and talk or hear.  Listening to the machine run is essential.  The employee must regularly lift and/or move 5 pound parts and occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pound parts.  Specification vision abilities required by this job include close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. Position requires being able to push/pull 2 and 4 wheel carts weighing approx. 100#. Good balance is required to do many of the machining functions. Grasping and pinching is required to operate all equipment necessary to perform job functions. Good hand dexterity is required to move hands into different positions.

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.     The noise level in this environment is usually moderate.