CNC Machinist Operator

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OVERVIEW

This position requires a high level of understanding of all machine setup and operation, finish machining operations. Create, repair & maintain tooling and fixtures for production & product development.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Manufacture mold tooling & fixtures for product development.
• Manufacture new mold tooling & fixtures for production.
• Maintain & repair current production mold tooling & fixtures.
• Update current production mold tooling & fixtures.
• Programming, setup and operation of CNC vertical milling machines.
• Operation of manual vertical mills, lathes and other hand tools as needed.
• Track programming & machine run time needed to complete assigned tooling projects.
• Communicates with tooling supervisor to ensure tooling requirements, dimensions, and accuracy is achieved for each project.
• Performs routine daily, weekly & monthly maintenance tasks on the CNC equipment.

QUALIFICATIONS

• 5-10 years machine operating & programming experience.
• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) or equivalent work experience.
• Create numerical control programs for machining tooling & parts using specialized software (CAMWorks), from Parasolid, STEP, IGES, Solidworks, and similar file types.
• Possess the ability to program & run multiple pieces of equipment at the same time.
• Can program & set-up in the CNC multiple tools or parts to be machined concurrently.
• Possess a strong knowledge of various machine programs & diagnostic codes.
• Can quickly and proficiently interpret and use complicated prints (including multiple views and 3 dimensional details), specifications, sketches, charts, and tables.
• Selects proper cutting tools, attachments, fixtures, feeds, speeds, coolant, lubricant, as appropriate based on material and part configuration.
• Has advanced knowledge in the use of tooling components, tool setter, gage blocks, micrometers, indicators, and other measuring tools.
• Must be proficient in shop mathematics in order to; calculate tool offsets, home positions, and verify print dimensions. Understands geometry and trigonometry.
• Can work independently as well as in a team atmosphere with minimal supervision.
• Uses judgment based on practice and precedence.
• Proficient in most basic computer file folder operations, email, Microsoft applications (Word, Excel, Access)
• Proficiency in CAMWorks and Solidworks highly desired.
• Familiarity with Fadal, OKK, and Micron CNC's a plus.

The Safariland Group believes in the benefits of a diverse workforce and is committed to equal opportunity and affirmative actions. We pride ourselves on hiring and developing the best people, without regard to age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic characteristics, race, color, creed, religion, ethnicity, national origin, alienage, citizenship, disability, marital status, military status, pregnancy, or any other legally-recognized protected basis prohibited by applicable law.

For those applicants with disabilities, if you require reasonable accommodation in searching for a job opening or submitting an application, please contact us by calling 888-469-6455.

All employment decisions are solely based on the applicant's qualifications as they relate to the requirements of the position.

Other details

• Job Family First Level Craft Workers
• Pay Type Hourly

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