CNC Machinist

birmsearchgroup; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 27,552 - 41,328; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing company in Grand Rapids, Michigan, is seeking a skilled CNC Machinist Level 2 to set up and operate precision machines such as lathes and CNC machines. The role involves analyzing machining instructions, verifying dimensions with precision instruments, and ensuring a safe work environment. Candidates should have a Journey Machinist certification or equivalent experience, with strong mechanical skills and the ability to operate an overhead crane. This position requires dependability and effective communication skills.

Qualifications

• 3 to 5 years of experience as a skilled machinist.
• Knowledge of high-speed carbide tooling.
• Experience with precision measuring instruments.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate a variety of precision machines.
• Read blueprints and grind tools.
• Verify dimensions of machined work pieces.
• Operate machine with automatic positioning controls.

Skills

CNC programming using Mazatrol

Mechanical skills

Communication skills

Basic Math skills

Tooling knowledge

Overhead crane operation

Dependability

Education

Journey Machinist or completion of apprenticeship program

Tools

Mazatrol

Fanuc G code

Visi Software

Micrometers

Vernier calipers

Job description

Job Summary: The CNC Machinist Level 2 will set up and operate a variety of precision machines (lathes, boring mills, CNC machines, small mills) to perform a variety of precision boring, milling, drilling, tapping, turning, threading and facing operations. Requires a high degree of skill and knowledge of tooling to maintain exacting tolerance on interrelated dimensions. Plan and lay out work, read blueprints and grind tools.

Primary skills and responsibilities: (Others may be assigned)

• Studies machining instructions such as job order, blueprint, process sheet, or layout on work piece to determine machining required, sequence of operation, tooling, feed, and speed rate
• Positions and secures work piece to table, angle plate, vise, or chuck and verifies position. Selects and mounts tools.
• Moves controls to set feeds, speeds, and depth of cut, and to position tool and work piece in relation to each other, verifying position visually, with instruments, and by reading dials
• Starts program and observes operation, making one or more trial parts to verify program.
• Verifies dimensions of machined work piece with such measuring instruments as micrometers, telescoping gauges, vernier calipers, and dial indicators. Works to close tolerances.
• Uses precision positioning devices such as dial indicators mounted on machine troughs with standard length rods and work to close tolerances
• Operates machine with automatic positioning controls
• Lays out reference lines and machining locations on work piece, according to blueprints
• CNC programming using Mazatrol and Fanuc G code utilizing Visi Software

Requirements:

• Journey Machinist or 3 to 5 years of experience as skilled machinist or successful completion of the apprenticeship program.
• Mechanical skills and aptitude.
• Communicate effectively and get along with fellow employees.
• Basic Math and Reading skills. Knowledge of highspeed carbide tooling.
• Ability to maintain a safe and clean work environment while complying with all quality, safety, and work rules and regulations
• Ability to safely operate an overhead crane and forklift
• Owns tools, measuring devices and small hand tools.
• Must be a self-starter and dependable worker.