CNC Machinist

Viper USA; West Lafayette (IN); On-site; USD 30,307 - 38,572; Full time

Job summary

Viper USA in Indiana seeks a skilled machinist to operate manual and CNC mills and lathes, interpret blueprints, and ensure parts meet print tolerances.

You will select tooling, write or modify Mazatrol programs, inspect parts with precision instruments, and maintain safe, efficient production. Strong machining experience and GD&T knowledge are required for this role.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 4–5 years of machining experience.
• Fully capable of using manual and CNC machining processes and equipment.
• Strong understanding of quality inspection instruments and techniques.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints with GD&T callouts.
• Understand tolerances and geometric dimensioning & tolerance on blueprints.
• Excellent communication with production staff and management.
• Basic OSHA safety knowledge.
• Capable of prioritizing multiple tasks and completing them timely.

Responsibilities

• Machine parts using specified machines and centers to print tolerances.
• Select tooling for each operation balancing cost and efficiency.
• Create/modify Mazak Mazatrol programs at the machine.
• Use fixtures for repetitive parts and develop setup sheets.
• Meet or exceed cycle time estimates for machined parts.
• Inspect parts to verify customer requirements are met.
• Use measuring instruments (micrometers, calipers, bore/height gauges).
• Promote safe working environment and support quality in design and manufacturing.
• Provide assistance to other operations as required.
• Engage in continuous personal and professional development.

Skills

Machining experience

Manual/CNC operations

Blueprints interpretation

GD&T understanding

Communication

OSHA awareness

Prioritization

Tools

Bridgeport Mills

Wilton Lathe

Mazak CNC Machining Center

Mazak CNC Turning Center

Mazatrol Programming (Conversational)

Job description

Job Summary

Responsible for machining metal fabricated components to print using manual, NC, and CNC Mills and Lathes.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Machine parts using Bridgeport Mills, Wilton Lathe, Mazak CNC Machining Center, and Mazak CNC Turning Center.

• Determine proper machining operations required to fabricate parts to print and tolerances
• Responsible for tooling selection for each operation to balance cost and efficient machining
• Create, modify, and update programs for the Mazak CNC Machining Center and Mazak CNC Turning Center using Mazatrol Conversational Programming Software (at the machine)
• Responsible for creating and using machining fixtures for repetitive parts
• Develop and utilize set-up sheets for machined parts
• Meet or exceed estimated cycle times for machined parts
• Inspect parts to assure we are meeting or exceeding customer expectations and requirements
• Utilize and maintain precise measuring instruments including micrometers, dial and digital calipers, bore gauges, height gauges, and other instrumentation
• Optimize processes for competitive pricing and manufacturability
• Promote a safe workplace environment
• Support quality of products in design and manufacturing
• Provide assistance to other operations when required
• Initiate continuous personal and professional development and improvement
• Perform other relevant duties as assigned

Qualification Requirements

• Have a minimum of 4-5 years of machining experience (preferred)
• Ability to fully utilize manual and CNC machining processes and equipment
• Strong understanding of quality inspection instruments and techniques
• Strong ability to understand and interpret blueprints
• Have a working knowledge of tolerances and GD&T callouts on blueprints
• Communicate effectively with production staff and management
• Have a basic understanding of OSHA safety requirements
• Capable of prioritizing multiple tasks while completing them in a timely fashion