5-Axis CNC Lathe Machinist — Precision Aerospace

Bestlogic Staffing; Barkhamsted (CT); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

BestLogic Staffing is seeking a CNC Lathe Machinist with 5-axis experience for an aerospace/manufacturing client in the region. The role involves setting up and operating CNC Lathe machines, verifying tool offsets, and ensuring strict quality and safety standards.

You will load fixtures, adjust offsets, hold tight tolerances on large parts, and contribute to continuous improvement efforts. A high school diploma or GED and 5+ years CNC experience (2+ years Lathe/VTL) with Fanuc/OSP controls are

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• 5+ years of CNC experience, 2+ years in Lathe/VTL preferred.
• Knowledge in Fanuc and OSP controls.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate CNC Lathe machines (Horizontal and/or Vertical).
• Verify tool lengths and offsets.
• Set up and change fixtures as required.
• Load and unload fixtures using overhead cranes, slings, chains, etc.
• Adjust offsets and produce first piece parts to drawings and specs.
• Hold tight tolerances on large 28+ parts and ensure quality.
• Proficiently use manual gauges like swing gauges, calipers, and OD mics.
• Comply with EH&S policies and report issues to supervision.
• Support TPM activities and assist team members as needed.

Skills

CNC Milling

5-Axis Experience

Fanuc Controls

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Position: CNC Lathe Machinist

Shift: 1 Type: Full-Time | Mode: Direct Placement
Industry: Aerospace /Manufacturing

Our Client is Seeking a CNC Milling Machinist with at least 5-Axis Experience. The Candidate will be required to perform Setup, Operate Machines and Adjust Machines with minimal supervision.

Job Responsibilities:

• Set up and operate CNC Lathe machines (Horizontal and/or Vertical).
  
• Verify tool lengths (including: setting of tool geometries and offsets).
  
• Set up and change fixtures, clamp fixtures and clamps as required.
  
• Load and unload fixtures using overhead cranes, slings, chains etc.
  
• Adjustment of offsets.
  
• Produce conforming first piece products to process drawing and quality specifications.
  
• Achieve specified quality standards.
  
• Hold tight tolerances on large 28+ parts
  
• Proficiently use a variety of manual gauges which includes but not limited to swing gauges, callipers and OD mics.
  
• Conform to specified health and safety standards.
  
• Report any issues or problems to Supervision immediately.
  
• Work within the designated workgroup to plan, prioritize and perform work to satisfy customer and company needs
  
• Carry out daily TPM activities as required
  
• Provide guidance and assistance to other team members as needed
  
• Execute a Zero Defects & Right First time culture.
  
• Propose Operational Excellence & Continuous Improvements to management.
  
• Provide Root Cause & Corrective Action (RCCA) support.
  
• Ensure parts are handled and protected in a suitable manner to prevent damage during operations and movement.
  
• Comply with any other guidelines as defined in the Employee Handbook.
  
• Comply with company housekeeping standards.
  
• Adhere to company EH & S Policies.
  
• To perform other such duties as generally correspond to the nature of the position and its level of responsibility.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED
  
• 5 + years of CNC experience, 2+ years in Lathe/VTL experience preferred.
  
• Knowledge in Fanuc and OSP controls

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