CNC Machinist (1st Shift)

The CNC Lathes produces 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.

• Plans machining by reviewing work orders, blueprints, engineering plans, materials, specifications, 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 lathes by installing and adjusting three- and four-jaw chucks, tools, attachments, collets, bushings, cams, gears, stops, and stock pushers; indicating vices; trimming 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.
• Ensure efficient and timely processing of various job orders by organizing work to be performed according to complexity, materials used, anticipated completion time, etc.
• Account for time and work completed via online computer data collection system.
• Meet established standards for productivity and quality. Confers with supervisor when problems occur which impact expected levels of performance.
• Comply with plant safety procedures to ensure a safe environment.

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.

· GED

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.

JC Ford Company is an equal-opportunity employer and drug-free workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability (mental or physical), pregnancy, status as a parent, family medical history, genetic information, political affiliation, military service/protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations. We will consider for employment, qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with the requirements of applicable federal, state, or local agencies.