CNC Machinist - 1st, 2nd, or 3rd Shift

R-TECH SAS; Wamego (KS); On-site; USD 42,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

R-Tech Tool & Machine is seeking an experienced CNC Machinist to set up and operate production machines, interpretar blueprints, and ensure tolerances are met. The role requires precision, problem solving, and a strong emphasis on safety and cleanliness in a busy shop environment.

Responsibilities include running CNC mills/lathe work, adjusting tools, and inspecting parts with traditional metrology tools to uphold quality standards in a fast-paced manufacturing setting in Kansas.

Qualifications

• Experience with CNC milling and turning
• Ability to read engineering drawings and tolerances
• Familiarity with micrometers, calipers, and basic measuring tools

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate CNC lathes and milling machines to produce parts per drawings.
• Adjust tooling and machine settings to achieve required tolerances.
• Inspect parts using calipers, micrometers, and other gaging devices.
• Read and interpret blueprints and technical specifications.
• Maintain a clean, organized work area and comply with safety policies.

Skills

CNC Machining

Machine setup

Blueprints

Metrology

Quality control

Safety

Job description

Summary/Objective

R-Tech Tool & Machine is hiring an experienced CNC Machinist to work with our outstanding team of professionals. Your role will be to set‑up and operate production machines, requiring complex alignments, adjustments, and compatibility of tooling. A degree of problem solving determines whether the machine is functioning properly and tooling is installed correctly. Inspect parts against engineering prints to ensure tolerances have been maintained and promote world class precision. Responsible for a solid rate of proficiency, cleanliness, and organization of the work area. Proven ability to maintain a positive attitude and good work ethic.

Essential Functions

• Performs all tasks in a safe and responsible manner and complies with company policies.
• Determine the uses of personal protective equipment (PPE) and identify the safety equipment and procedures related to safe work practices and surrounding environment.
• Run and complete parts using the MRP Network.
• Use the MRP system to clock in and out of jobs upon set‑up and completion.
• Lift up to 50 pounds frequently.
• Maintain and complete quality sheets to verify part tolerances.
• Possess knowledge of basic machine shop vocabulary.
• Operate equipment to verify operational efficiency and allowed time standards.
• Calculate dimensions and tolerances using mathematics and instruments such as micrometers and dial calipers.
• Machine parts to specifications using machine tools such as lathes, milling machines, shapers, or grinders.
• Observe and listen to operating machines or equipment to diagnose malfunctions and determine needed adjustments or repairs.
• Align and secure work‑holding fixtures, cutting tools, attachments, accessories, and materials onto machines.
• Study sample parts, blueprints, drawings, and engineering information to determine methods and sequences of operations needed to fabricate products and determine product dimensions and tolerances.
• Conduct job hazard analysis for conventional mills and lathes, develop math skills for machine tool operation, perform preventive maintenance and housekeeping on conventional mills and lathes, and select work‑holding devices for mills, lathes, and other machine tools.
• Calculate tool feed and speeds, remove material using milling and turning processes, align the milling head, use a manual and CNC mill or lathe to center drill, drill and ream holes, change tools and tool holders on milling machines, and maintain tool life for job production.
• May perform other duties as assigned by management.