5 Axis Set Up Machinist

Pioneer Motor Bearing Co.; Kings Mountain (NC); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Pioneer Motor Bearing Co. is seeking a skilled 5 Axis Set Up Machinist to set up and operate CNC machines for manufacturing bearings and parts. The role offers competitive pay and excellent benefits, emphasizing a strong problem-solving skill set and a nurturing work environment for employees to thrive. Applicants should possess relevant technical degrees or extensive machining experience to ensure optimal operational efficiency.

Benefits

100% premium coverage for employee health plans

Vacation scaling up to 6 weeks

Health Savings Account contributions

Overtime paid at 2x

Dental, vision, life, and disability insurance

Qualifications

• Proficient in 5-axis machine tool setup and operation.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret technical procedures.
• Strong computer skills with experience in Microsoft.

Responsibilities

• Set up CNC machine tools with appropriate tooling and offsets.
• Manufacture and inspect detailed parts from blueprints and sketches.
• Maintain cleanliness and safety in the work area.

Skills

5-axis machine tool setup

Blueprint reading

Problem-solving

Mathematical calculations

Communication

Education

Technical degree from a trade school or community college

5 years of related experience and/or training

Tools

CAD Software

Cad/Cam programming software

CNC Mill (5+ axis VMC)

CNC Lathe (5+ axis)

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Pioneer Motor Bearing Co. provided pay range

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Base pay range

$30.00/hr - $35.00/hr

Pioneer Motor Bearing Company provides original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) and end users with first-class bearing engineering, manufacturing, and repair expertise. Our mission is to help them design, build, maintain, and upgrade large rotating equipment to operate more efficiently and reliably over an extended life. We are a service-oriented company; therefore, our fast-paced environment helps meet the goal of providing the best customer satisfaction.

Our Industry Leading Benefits And Pay Policies

Overtime

• All OT is paid at 2x pay, and vacation and holiday hours count towards the calculation of overtime hours.
  
  

Medical

• Pioneer pays 100% of our employee's premiums and subsidizes health plans for family members.
• Employees receive monthly contributions towards a Health Savings Account (HSA). This increases annual income $1,500 for individuals and $3,000 for families.
• Employees receive automatic reimbursements for expenses toward the deductible ($2,750 individual / $5,500 families).
• Insurance covers 100% of expenses after deductible is met.
  
  

Pioneer offers a full range of additional benefits, including dental, vision, life, disability, and 401k matching.

Vacation

• 2.5 weeks vacation for new employees, 3 weeks vacation after 3 years and scales up to 6 weeks.
  
  

We work to maintain the best possible environment for our employees, where people can learn and grow with the company. We strive to provide a collaborative, creative environment where each employee can be successful.

If you are a skilled 5-axis set-up Machinist with the qualifications and experience, we hope that you will apply.

Summary Of Job

The 5-Axis Set up machinist is responsible for setting up CNC machine tools with proper tooling and offsets required to manufacture and repair fluid film bearings, seals, aerospace, and defense related parts. The ideal candidate will be a Journeyman Machinist with a diverse skill set.

Some Key Responsibilities Include

• Manufacture and inspect detailed parts and tools from blueprints, sketches, drawings, and verbal instructions using a variety of cutting tools and equipment including right angle heads
• Ability to use mathematical and geometrical calculations.
• Determine how to set up machines based on instructional route sheets
• Responsible for keeping the work area clean and free from safety hazards and maintaining acceptable quality and efficiency levels.
• Must be able to utilize precision measuring instruments (e.g., Dial calipers, micrometers, surface gauges, dial indicators) to maintain dimensional accuracy and specified tolerances during machining operations
• Make all corrections as needed by editing the program.
• Make necessary notations for changes or corrections in the control.
• Provide timely information regarding problems in production that may adversely affect quality, delivery, or customer requirements.
• Make suggestions for further improvements in the program to shorten run times
• Analyze tooling, setups, and procedures and make recommendations for improvements.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret complex technical drawings
• Loading, unloading heavy parts using overhead cranes and best rigging practices
  
  

Qualifications Desired

• Proficient in 5-axis machine tool setup and operation
• Technical degree from a trade school or community college; or 5 years of related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret technical procedures and company, customer, and governmental specifications and regulations.
• Familiar with DMG MORI, Okuma, Hyundai, Fanuc, and other machine tools
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from managers and co-workers.
• Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume. Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.
• Knowledge of basic manufacturing and machining operations relevant to a company manufacturing and repairing fluid film bearings.
• General knowledge of machining processes (including cutting fluids, surface finishes, and tolerances, turning, drilling, milling, and abrasive processes.)
• General familiarity with materials (steels, nonferrous metals, and alloys).
• Aerospace Experience a Plus
  
  

Additional Requirements

• Strong problem-solving skills
• Cad/Cam programming software experience
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently
• Strong computer skills with experience in Microsoft
  
  

Physical Requirements: The requirements listed below are examples of the conditions, skills, and abilities needed to perform the necessary tasks of this position and need to be more inclusive.

• Indoor Machine Shop environment
• Frequent lifting and moving up to 50 lbs.
• Stoop, bend, crawl, reach, stand, and walk frequently.
• Must be able to read, write, speak, hear, concentrate, and comprehend complex data.
  
  

We’re not looking for just anyone — we’re looking for the best. If you’re a skilled 5 axis set up machinist, proud of your work, and ready to join a team that values craftsmanship, we want to talk to you. If you don’t meet the required experience, this role likely isn’t the right fit — yet.

You Should Be Proficient In

• CAD Software
• Machine Setups for Production Runs
• CAD/CAM Software
• AS9100 Experience
• Tool/Die/Mold Setup Experience
• Blueprint Reading
  
  

Machines & Technologies You'll Use

• CNC Mill (3-4 axis VMC) (Fanuc)
• CNC Mill (5+ axis VMC)
• CNC Lathe (5+ axis)

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Machinery Manufacturing

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