CNC Machinist
Estimated Pay | $15 per hour |
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Hours | Full-time, Part-time |
Location | Columbia, Tennessee |
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About this job
Job Description
Essential Functions:
Produce machine parts by programming, setting up, and operating a computer numerical control (CNC) machine; maintaining quality and safety standards; maintaining equipment and supplies.
Specific Responsibilities Include:
· Plans machining by studying work orders, blueprints, engineering plans, materials, specifications, orthographic drawings, reference planes, locations of surfaces, and machining parameters; interpreting geometric dimensions and tolerances (GD&T).
· Plans stock inventory by checking stock to determine amount available; anticipating needed stock; placing and expediting orders for stock; verifying receipt of stock.
· 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 chucks, tools, attachments, collets, bushings, cams, gears, stops, and stock pushers; indicating vices; tramming heads.
· Loads feed mechanism by lifting stock into position.
· Verifies settings by measuring positions, first-run part, and sample workpieces, adhering to international standards.
· Maintains specifications by observing drilling, grooving, and cutting, including turning, facing, knurling 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.
· Maintains continuity among work shifts by documenting and communicating actions, irregularities, and continuing needs.
· Documents actions by completing production and quality logs.
· 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.
Education:
· High school diploma or general education degree (GED), or one to three months related experience and/or training, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Experience and Background:
· Must have a proficient understanding of G-code and M-code programming.
· Experience setting up and troubleshooting CNC machines.
· Mathematical skills.
· Mechanical and technical capacity.
· Computer skills required: Excel, Word, Microsoft Outlook, and company manufacturing and order system (Traverse)
· Flexible and responsive, with a strong teamwork orientation.
· Good verbal and written communication skills.
· Desire to learn new skills and improve technical knowledge.
· Commitment to quality and accuracy of work performed and continuous improvement.
· Ability to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.
· Demonstrated ability to work well with others and to participate in a cross-functional team.
· Possess ability to drive for results, hold self-accountable, and continuously improve.
Physical Requirements
The majority of the job function is performed in a manufacturing setting requiring high degree of safety precautions.