CNC Machinist

Elgen Staffing; Village of East Syracuse (NY); On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A nationwide manufacturer is seeking an experienced CNC Machinist in East Syracuse. The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma, a Journeyman apprenticeship, and four years of experience in CNC operations. Responsibilities include programming and operating machines, maintaining quality and safety standards. Strong attention to detail and CNC programming skills are essential. Apply now to become part of a winning team!

Qualifications

• 4 years' experience in CNC vertical and horizontal milling machines.
• Demonstrates basic CNC programming skills.
• Ability to troubleshoot a variety of CNC machines.

Responsibilities

• Program and operate CNC mills.
• Maintain quality and safety standards.
• Document production and quality logs.

Skills

CNC programming

Attention to detail

Geometric dimensioning and tolerancing

Education

High school diploma or GED

Journeyman CNC Machinist apprenticeship

Tools

Micrometers

Verniers

Calipers

Gauges

Job description

Our client, a nationwide manufacturer of precision metals and plastics components, has an immediate need for an experienced CNC Machinist, to join our winning team in East Syracuse.

Our candidate of choice will be responsible for producing machined parts by programming, setting up, and operating a computer numerical control (CNC) machine for vertical and horizontal milling operations. Additional responsibilities include maintaining quality, efficiency, and safety standards.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Plans machining by studying work orders, blueprints, work order data from engineering, materials, specifications, drawings, reference planes, locations of surfaces, and machining parameters; interprets geometric dimensions and tolerances (GD&T).
• Checking stock-parts to ascertain amount available; anticipating needed stock; request expedited orders for stock-parts; verifying receipt of stock.
• Programs mills by entering instructions, including zero and reference points; setting tool registers, offsets, compensation, and conditional switches; calculating requirements, including basic math, geometry, and trigonometry; proving part programs.
• Sets-up mills by installing and adjusting three- and four-jaw chucks, tools, attachments, collets, bushings, cams, gears, stops, and stock pushers; indicating vices; tramming heads.
• Loads feed mechanism by lifting stock into position.
• Verifies settings by measuring positions, first-run approved part, and sample workpieces, adhering to required standards.
• Maintains specifications by observing milling, grooving, and cutting, including all vertical and horizontal milling machine specs; taking measurements; detecting malfunctions; troubleshooting processes; adjusting and reprogramming controls; sharpening and replacing worn tools; adhering to quality assurance procedures and processes.
• Maintains safe operations by adhering to safety procedures and regulations.
• Maintains equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements; following manufacturer’s instructions; troubleshooting malfunctions; requesting repairs and assistance as needed.
• Maintains continuity among work shifts by documenting and communicating actions, irregularities, and continuing needs.
• Documents actions by completing production and quality logs.
• Updates job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities; reading technical publications.
• Accomplishes organization goals by accepting ownership for accomplishing new and varied requests; takes initiative to add value to job accomplishments.
• Adheres to all safety policies and practices, consistently uses personal protective equipment, and practices good housekeeping.
• Maintains regular on-time attendance and adheres to company policies, procedures, and standards of conduct.
• Applies classroom and on the job post training information, knowledge, skills, and abilities consistently in a quality-oriented manner (wherein the KSAs are part of the jobs tasks, duties and other tasks as requested).
• Performs other tasks as directed.

KEY REQUIREMENTS

• High School diploma or GED and completion of Journeyman CNC Machinist apprenticeship including the classroom coursework and four (4) years’ experience in set-up, operation, and optimizing CNC vertical and horizontal milling machine centers. Thorough understanding of geometric dimensioning and tolerancing. Demonstrates basic CNC programming skills and ability to operate a wide variety of CNC machines. Ability to set up and troubleshoot a wide variety of CNC machines.
• Ability to read prints, diagrams, and use micrometers, verniers, calipers, and gauges.
• Strong attention to detail.

Please apply today to be one of the first people considered for this position!

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