CNC Machinist - 2nd Shift

Messer Cutting Systems Inc; Menomonee Falls (WI); On-site; USD 30,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Messer Cutting Systems Inc in the United States is seeking an experienced CNC Machinist to set up and operate a variety of numerically controlled machines, including vertical CNCs, horizontal lathes, and manual machining centers.

You will work with Fanuc, Siemens, and Okuma controls, select tooling, calculate speeds and feeds, verify dimensions, and train other operators. A strong background in blueprints, measurements, and precision is essential.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to read basic blueprints and follow specific instructions and procedures.
• Ability to organize, prioritize and plan daily work assignments in a self-directed changing environment.
• Mathematical skills including geometric, algebraic and trigonometric calculations.
• Must be able to perform metric conversions.
• Ability to use measuring equipment such as height gauges or verniers.
• Understanding of metal-cutting applications and machine practices.
• Strong attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Set up, adjust and operate vertical CNC, Horizontal Lathes, and Manual Machining Centers.
• Operate Fanuc, Siemens, and Okuma controlled machines.
• Maintain required tooling and fixtures.
• Establish indexing sequences, speeds and feeds.
• Edit program or make modifications for CNC operations in absence of programmer.
• Supply information to correct, update, initiate setup sheets, tooling sheets and programs.
• Work with programmers on process and programs prove out.
• Recognize operating irregularities, make necessary adjustments.
• Plan and determine setup procedures and operating sequences on various machines.
• Select tooling, attachments, spindle speeds, tool feed rates, workpiece securing methods.
• Check work to assure dimensional conformance to specifications.
• Work from complex and involved drawings and specifications.
• Use precision instruments and devices to setup, check and perform work.
• Instruct or train other operators as requested.
• Diagnose and rectify tooling and/or machining difficulties with minimum assistance.
• Recommend method changes to improve efficiency and reduce costs.
• Assists in keeping facility and equipment clean, neat, safe and operating efficiently.
• Comply with all established policy and safety guidelines in a drug-free workplace.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Organization

Mathematics

Measuring tools

Metric conversions

Machine practices

Attention to detail

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

CNC machining certificate

Tools

Fanuc

Siemens

Okuma

Job description

JOB SUMMARY:

This position will be responsible for setting up and operating a variety of numerically controlled machines

JOB SUMMARY:

This position will be responsible for setting up and operating a variety of numerically controlled machines

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Set up, adjust andoperate vertical CNC, Horizontal Lathes, and Manual Machining Centers
• Operate Fanuc, Siemens, and Okuma controlled machines
• Maintain required tooling and fixtures
• Establish indexing sequences,speeds and feeds, if different than program
• Edit program or make modifications for CNC operations in absence of programmer
• Supply information to correct, update,initiate setup sheets, tooling sheets and programs
• Work with programmers on process and programs prove out
• Recognize operating irregularities, make necessary adjustments
• Plan anddetermine setup procedures and operating sequences on various machines, i.e., mills, lathes, drills, etc. This requires manually entering data at machine to create a program.
• Select tooling, attachments, spindle speeds, tool feed rates, workpiece securing methods, supports, etc. which are best suited for the operation,machine and size of workpiece; in conjunction with routing sheets, work instructions
• Check work to assure dimensional conformance to specifications
• Work from complex and involved drawings and specifications
• Use a variety of precision instruments and devices tosetup, check and perform work
• Instruct or train other operators as requested
• Diagnose and rectify tooling and/or machining difficulties with minimumassistance
• Recommend method changes to improve efficiency and reduce costs
• Assists in keeping facility and equipment clean, neat, safe and operating efficiently
• Comply with all established policy and safety guidelines in a drug-free workplace

MINIMUM EDUCATION AND QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Certificate or diploma in CNC machining is an advantage
• 2 or more years of related experience

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Demonstrated ability to read basic blueprints and follow specific instructions and procedures
• Ability to organize,prioritize and plan daily work assignments in a self-directed changing environment
• Mathematical skills that require the ability to add, subtract, multiply,divide and perform geometric, algebraic and trigonometric calculations
• Must be able to perform metric conversions
• Ability to use measuring equipment such as height gauges or verniers
• Understanding of metal-cutting applications and machine practices
• Strong attention to detailrequired

PROTECTIVE CLOTHING AND EQUIPMENT:

• Steel-toe shoes
• Eye protection

WORKING ENVIRONMENT:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an Associate encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

• Work is performed in a moderate to loud manufacturing environment. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Messer Cutting Systems is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing a workplace free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.