5-Axis CNC Programmer/Operator

Mersen; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 34,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Mersen in the United States is seeking an experienced CNC 5-Axis Hurco Machinist to join our manufacturing team. The ideal candidate has strong CNC machining experience, blueprint-reading skills, and the ability to independently set up, operate, and troubleshoot 5-axis Hurco machining centers.

This role is responsible for producing high-quality precision components while maintaining tight tolerances, meeting production schedules, and following established safety standards.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of CNC machining experience.
• Hands-on with 5-axis CNC machining.
• Ability to read and interpret GD&T.
• Proficient with precision measuring instruments.
• Ability to set up CNC machines independently.
• Ability to make tool offsets, wear adjustments, and basic program edits.
• Strong understanding of feeds, speeds, tooling, workholding, and machining processes.
• Troubleshoot machining and dimensional problems.
• Work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate Hurco 5-axis CNC machining centers.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings, GD&T, work instructions, and inspection requirements.
• Load and verify CNC programs and adjust offsets.
• Select, install, and measure cutting tools and workholding.
• Perform first-piece and in-process inspections with micrometers, calipers.
• Troubleshoot machining issues and adjust tooling and processes.
• Maintain tight tolerances and quality.
• Follow safety procedures and document production.

Skills

CNC machining

5-axis machining

GD&T interpretation

Blueprint reading

Setup independent

Precision inspection

Tools

Hurco control

Micrometers

Calipers

Job description

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Mersen is a global expert in electrical specialties and advanced materials for high-tech industries.

Present in 32 countries with 50 industrial sites and 24 R&D centres, Mersen develops custom solutions and supplies key products to meet the new technological challenges that will shape tomorrow's world.

For more than 130 years, Mersen has been constantly innovating to support and satisfy its customers' needs with the same high standards.

Be it in wind power, solar power, electronics, electric vehicles, aeronautics, space or countless other sectors, wherever technology is progressing, you will always find a bit of Mersen.

Position Summary

We are seeking an experiencedCNC 5-Axis Hurco Machinist to join our manufacturing team. The ideal candidate has strong CNC machining experience, excellent blueprint-reading skills, and the ability to independently set up, operate, and troubleshoot 5-axis Hurco machining centers.

This position is responsible for producing high-quality precision components while maintaining tight tolerances, meeting production schedules, and following established quality and safety standards.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of CNC machining experience preferred.
• Hands-on experience with 5-axis CNC machining strongly preferred.
• Strong ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings and GD&T.
• Proficient with precision measuring instruments.
• Ability to perform CNC machine setups independently.
• Ability to make tool offsets, wear adjustments, and basic program edits.
• Strong understanding of feeds, speeds, tooling, workholding, and machining processes.
• Ability to troubleshoot machining and dimensional problems.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team.

Key Responsibilities

• Set up and operate Hurco 5-axis CNC machining centers.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings, GD&T, work instructions, and inspection requirements.
• Load and verify CNC programs and make necessary program offsets and adjustments.
• Select, install, and measure cutting tools and workholding.
• Perform first-piece and in-process inspections using micrometers, calipers, height gauges, indicators, and other precision measuring equipment.
• Troubleshoot machining issues and make appropriate tooling, offset, and process adjustments.
• Maintain tight dimensional tolerances and consistent part quality.
• Perform routine machine maintenance and keep the work area clean and organized.
• Identify tooling wear and replace tooling as needed.
• Work closely with engineering, programming, and quality personnel to resolve machining and quality issues.
• Follow all company safety procedures and quality standards.
• Complete required production and inspection documentation.

$25.00 - 38.00 per hour

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.The job titles do not mean the male variant but stand for the gender-neutral designation of the profession according to wikipedia. People are welcome regardless of gender, origin, sexual orientation, and religion.