CNC Horizontal Boring Mill (HBM) Machinist

Mdaturbines; Euclid (OH); On-site; USD 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Mechanical Dynamics and Analysis LLC is seeking a skilled CNC Horizontal Boring Mill Machinist to join our Bearings, Seal & Hydraulics division. You will set up, program, and run large metal workpieces, reading blueprints, editing G-code, and inspecting parts with precision tools.

Responsibilities include keeping safe production, operating overhead cranes, and maintaining tooling and offsets for quality results. Strong math, blueprint reading, and tool knowledge are essential.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to read blueprints and engineering orders accurately.
• Proficiency in programming and editing G-code for CNC-HBM machines.
• Ability to set up, adjust offsets and oversee machine functions.
• Strong math/layout skills and tool-offset calculations.
• Commitment to safety, quality, and equipment maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Setup and operate CNC horizontal boring mill (HBM) machines.
• Read blueprints and determine machining methods from specifications.
• Program edits, tool changes, and machine offsets as needed.
• Inspect parts with precision gauges and ensure dimensional accuracy.
• Maintain equipment and perform preventive maintenance activities.
• Operate overhead cranes and ensure safe handling of materials.

Skills

Blueprint Reading

G-code Programming

CNC -HBM control

Overhead Crane operation

Mathematical calculations

Quality assurance

Reading calipers/micrometers

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Trade school machinist training preferred

Tools

G-code

CNC-HBM controls

Hoist/overhead cranes

Job description

Mechanical Dynamics and Analysis LLC a world class supplier of power generation services, parts and repairs, has an immediate opening for a qualified individual who has a desire to join a growing organization and an appetite for diverse and technically challenging work.

The Bearings, Seal & Hydraulics division is looking for a CNC Horizontal Boring Mill (HBM) Machinist which is responsible for the sets ups, programs, and operates computer-controlled machines to precision-machine large, heavy metal or composite workpieces. Responsibilities include reading blueprints, programming & editing G-code, setting tools & offsets operating overhead cranes to position raw materials, and inspecting finished parts using precision measuring tooling.

Responsibilities

1. Setup & Operation
2. Programming, Editing & Troubleshooting
3. Quality Assurance
4. Equipment Maintenance & Troubleshooting
5. Safety & Quality

Essential Duties

• Operate horizontal boring mill machine
• Read and interpret blueprints, drawings, specifications, sketches, engineering orders, work instructions, charts, graphs and other source documents to determine the methods and sequence of operations for the machining of parts and materials and tooling
• Set up, make offset, program adjustments, & operate computer-controlled machines to perform one or more machine functions on metal workpieces
• Perform mathematical calculations and layout center lines, reference points, machining guidelines and angular dimensions on materials, parts, assemblies and tooling for machining processes.
• Use proper material handling techniques to ensure quality of product and care of equipment. Use of overhead cranes/rigging
• Understanding general machine practices on a variety of material types
• Work from part drawings and use required precision measuring instruments to verify manufactured parts and inspect work
• Adjust machine cutting paths or settings to optimize production while maintaining quality, safety and efficiency
• Make machine adjustments, program edits, machine set up, tool changes, etc. as required
• Apply a working knowledge of machining characteristics of various materials and metals to pre-set cutting tools on the machine. Adapt and/or improvise tooling where standard tooling is unavailable.
• Setup and adjust machine controls to include speeds, feeds and depth of cut, and proper axis to meet configuration requirements.
• Operate multi-position machines and perform contouring, profiling, turning, back spot facing, boring, milling, drilling, slotting and tapping on materials, parts, assemblies and tooling.
• Listen to machines during operation to detect sounds such as those made by dull cutting tools or excessive vibration and adjust machines to compensate for problem.
• Use hand, power tools and precision measuring instruments to check work in progress and final product for conformance to dimensional, configuration and surface finish requirements and tolerances.
• Post machine hand work/deburring of components
• Read and interpret blue prints and inspection reports
• Examine completed workpieces for defects.
• Measure dimensions of finished workpieces to ensure conformance to specifications using precision measuring instruments, templates, and fixtures.
• Identify all work in process pieces and finished goods pieces.
• Maintain a safe & clean working environment

Requirements

Qualifications

1. Blueprint Reading
2. Math & Layout
3. Tooling Knowledge
4. Physical Requirements

Ability / Skills

• Operate tow motor and overhead crane without assistance.
• Can read and interpreting blueprints and work operations sheets
• Can read and use calipers, micrometers, height gauge, and depth micrometers.
• Can apply the concepts of fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations using calculators, computers, and reference materials.
• Understanding of mathematical concepts such as percentages, geometry and trigonometry, etc.)
• Strong knowledge of G & M machining codes
• Strong knowledge of technical drawing reading skills.
• Strong knowledge of CNC -HBM computer programs and control panels.
• Must be able to understand and apply quality standards and gauging.
• Possess strong computer and software skills
• Mechanical aptitude
• Interested in personal development in the machining trade
• Works with limited supervision.
• Maintains a safe, clean, organized work environment
• Treats employees with respect
• Makes good decisions
• Communicates effectively with all staff
• Maintains a cooperative working relationships with all employees
• Has the ability to be time conscious and complete assigned tasks in a timely manner
• Completes any other task that maybe assigned
• Follows all safety policies, rules, and regulation
• Follows all policies and procedures of the Company’s quality management system
• Must be detail oriented
• Ability to manage and handle consistent change to day to day operations and processes
• Follows all Company Information Technology & Standard Operating procedures.
• Allocates resources effectively and fully utilize assets to produce optimal results
• Analyzes and develops new strategies to streamline processes and reduce cost
• Follows all clean up and housekeeping procedures.
• Assists in applying lean manufacturing concepts and 5S.
• Maintains organization and cleanliness, housekeeping and 5S within work area

Accountability

• Clock on/off jobs for job timekeeping records.
• Follows the Company’s programming standards.
• Meeting the quality standards of the company while rework is held to a minimum.
• Is responsible for making various parts to customer specifications by operating horizontal boring mill machines
• Maintain and ensure accurate counts on completed parts and scrapped parts.
• Effectively communicate continuity among work shifts by documenting actions, irregularities and continuing needs.
• May be required to perform inspections and analyses of processes to determine the appropriate actions needed to maintain quality levels on parts and processes.
• Maintain accurate records.
• Maintain equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements; troubleshooting malfunctions and/or calling for maintenance.
• Maintain maintenance records.
• Reports issues in a timely manner to the VP or General Manager of BSH Division.

Education and/or Work Experience Required

• Language ability includes reading and writing
• Preferred: High school diploma or equivalent
• Trade school machinist training preferred

Physical Requirements

• Standing
• Use hands to handle or feel.
• Frequently required to reach with hands and arms.
• Frequently required to walk; sit; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and; talk or hear.
• Climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching and crawling is necessary for proper job set ups.
• Able to lift 50 pounds

Work Environment(s)

• Shop Floor- environment
• Exposed to fumes or airborne particles, metal chips, moving mechanical parts, and vibration within acceptable environmental & regulatory limits

Reporting

Reports to General Manager or Work Leader