CNC Machinist - 2nd shift

Enprotech; La Porte (IN); On-site; USD 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Enprotech is seeking a skilled CNC Machinist for the 2nd shift role in La Porte, IN. In this position, you will set up and operate CNC lathes or mills, ensuring precision part production and adherence to quality standards. Ideal candidates should possess comprehensive CNC skills and extensive shop experience. Join our team for a rewarding career with competitive benefits and opportunities for growth.

Benefits

Health coverage

401(k) plan with company match

Generous paid time off

Qualifications

• Five years’ experience in operating CNC lathes and/or mills.
• Ability to operate overhead cranes and forklifts.
• Strong math aptitude and ability to use precision measuring instruments.

Responsibilities

• Set-up and operate CNC Lathe or Mill to produce precision parts.
• Perform quality work checks to ensure the product meets quality standards.
• Machine parts to prints per specified tolerances.

Skills

CNC programming

Blueprint reading

Precision measurement

Math aptitude

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

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Job Description

**Position Summary & Objective**

Set-up and operate CNC Lathe or Mill to produce precision parts and instruments. Plans CNC program to control contour-path machining of parts on automatic machine tools.

**Essential Functions Performed by the Position**

• Read, interpret, and follow basic blueprints, diagrams, engineering drawings, and other written instructions.
• Requires knowledge of computers, electronics, computer numerical controls, basics of CNC programming, and computer-aided manufacturing.
• Analyzes drawings, sketches, and design data of parts to determine dimension and configuration of cuts, selection of cutting tools, and machine speeds and feed rates according to knowledge of machine shop processes, part specifications, and machine capabilities.
• Set-up and operate CNC lathes and/or mills.
• Set-up parts to be machined with a wide range of size and configuration in the most efficient manner of processing.
• Machine parts to prints per specified tolerances.
• Determines reference points and direction of machine cutting paths.
• Computes angular and linear dimensions, radii, and curvatures, and outlines sequences of operations required to machine parts.
• Perform quality work checks to ensure the product meets quality standards using in-process inspection tools and devices.
• Work with engineers to produce quality parts to engineered specifications.
• Writes instruction sheets and cutter lists to guide set-up and operation of machine.
• Writes program of machine instructions to regulate movement of machine along cutting path.
• Compares computer printout with original program sheet to assure accuracy of machine instructions.
• Revises programs to eliminate instruction errors or omissions.
• Observes operation of machine on trial run to prove programmed instructions.
• Fills out quality and inspection paperwork.
  
  

Qualifications

• Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities** ****
• Possess the physical strength and ability to properly handle tooling, and to safely set-up large work pieces.
• Must own tools of the trade, and the ability to use them effectively.
• Ability to operate overhead cranes and forklifts.
• Ability to meet production requirements as specified.
• Apply shop math with the understanding of geometric tolerance and dimensioning.
• Ability to work with engineers and inspectors to produce quality parts to customer’s specifications.
• Strong math aptitude.
• Ability to use precision measuring instruments (calipers, micrometers, and other gauges).
• Ability to use a feed and speed chart or a calculator.
• Understanding of metal properties and appropriate cutting tools, appropriate feed rates, speeds, and depth of cuts.
• Ability to program and operate CNC controls.
• Ability to machine parts to specific tolerances.
• Ability to verbally communicate with team members, supervisors, and engineers.
• Able to work with coolant, solvents, and grease.
  
  

**Required Education and Experience**

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Five years’ experience in operating CNC lathes and/or mills.
• Blueprint reading a plus.
  
  

**Environment and Working Conditions**

• Shop environment
  
  

**Hours**

5:00 pm to 3:00 am

**Travel Requirements (percent)**

• Up to 10%
  
  

**Disclaimer**

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

Additional Information

**The benefits of joining our team**

Benefits

Because we seek to hire the best people, we work hard to provide benefits that make their lives better, so we offer a comprehensive benefit program which features:

• Health coverage for you and your family through medical, dental and vision plans
• 401(k) plan in with a generous company match
• Financial protection through disability, life, and accidental death & dismemberment insurance plans
• Tax advantages through flexible spending accounts that allow you to pay for specific health-care and dependent care expenses with pre-tax dollars
• Generous paid time off program in which the benefits increase along with your tenure with the company
  
  

When you join our team, you do more than simply switch companies to progress your career. You become part of our family, a group of talented women and men who drive business success.

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_Industrious Group and its subsidiaries is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, disability status, or any other applicable characteristics protected by law. All employment decisions are made based on qualifications, merit and business need._

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Industrial Machinery Manufacturing

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