CNC Machinist

The company name is: The Heico Companies; Exeter (NH); On-site; USD 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative firm in the precision manufacturing sector is seeking a skilled CNC Setup Machinist to join their new state-of-the-art facility in Exeter. This critical position involves producing complex aluminum parts for the Aerospace and Defense industry. The ideal candidate will embrace a culture of honesty and integrity while demonstrating a commitment to quality and teamwork. With multiple shifts available, this role offers flexibility and the opportunity to work in a cutting-edge environment focused on excellence and continuous improvement. If you are passionate about machining and ready to make an impact, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years CNC setup experience required.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints is essential.
• Experience in a manufacturing environment is a must.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate CNC milling machines to produce complex parts.
• Conduct in-process inspections to ensure quality standards.
• Participate in continuous improvement and safety culture.

Skills

CNC Setup

Machining

Blueprint Reading

Micrometers and Calipers

4th Axis Machining

Tools

CNC Milling Machines

Drill Presses

Sanders

Job description

C/A Design, Inc. is part of the Heico Companies, and in aggregate, Heico’s businesses generate more than $3.2 billion in revenues. C/A Design is an Innovator and leader in the Brazing industry providing custom engineered cooling solutions while leveraging decades of cutting edge, industry leading, brazing experience. Our customers rely on us to deliver the complex parts they create. Protecting the Warfighter is our mission. Our new state of the art Exeter location which opened in Summer 2024, is raising the bar in precision manufacturing – come and join us!

The CNC Setup Machinist will be responsible for producing complex aluminum parts for the Aerospace and Defense industry in our new state of the art facility in Exeter NH! This individual will be expected to embrace and exhibit our culture of honesty, integrity, and good corporate citizenship. This is a critical role within the well-respected manufacturing group and requires a detailed mind set, a thorough understanding of the impact of machining a quality part and commitment to do whatever it takes to get the job done.

ALL SHIFTS AVAILABLE:

1st shift - M - F, 5 x 8 hour shifts, 7AM - 330PM.
2nd shift - M - Th, 4 x 10 hour shifts, +20% Shift Differential
Weekend shift - Fr - Sun, 3 x 12 hour shifts, +25% Differential (work 36 hours, get paid for 40!)

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Strive towards a culture of proactive safety.
• Start to finish set-up and prove out of machined components to receive first piece acceptance while meeting required time constraints.
• Operate CNC milling machines and perform in process inspection on production jobs.
• In-process checks using micrometers, calipers and Tesa-Hite.
• Participate in continuous improvement.
• Works from drawings, blueprints, job layouts, or other written specifications, determines feeds, speeds, tooling and operational sequences.
• Set up and inspect first article part on any proven program and turn it in for Quality Assurance verification at an 80% approval rate.
• Change cutting tools and location of work pieces during machining process.
• Installs cutting tools and various work holding devices to handle the size of stock to be machined.
• Operates and adjusts machines until parts produced conform with specifications and time standards.
• Makes necessary adjustments to set-ups during course of operations to maintain accurate production.
• Responsible for completeness of secondary set ups.
• Detects and reports improper operation, faulty equipment, and unusual conditions.
• Detects and reports significant variances in job standards.
• Upon completion of “First Article of Verification” trains and monitors work of operator assigned to that machine.
• Run multiple CNC machines.
• Performs secondary operations as defined by traveler, using various machines/tools such as files, drill presses and sanders.
• Assists operators on which dimensions to inspect, (proper tools and gauges).
• Ensures quality of parts before forwarding them to next operation/process.
• Responsible for cleanliness of his/her own work area and the general housekeeping of the Company.

EXPERIENCE:

• Minimum 5 years CNC setup experience.

• Minimum 3 years experience in a manufacturing environment.

• Mandatory 4th axis machining experience.

• Prototyping and first piece development with programs experience a plus.

• Capable of running and setting up all CNC machines in the department.

• Understands and can modify basic CNC programs.

• Ability to make basic fixtures and jigs.

• Ability to use micrometers, calipers, height gauges and dial indicators.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints a must.

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