CNC Machinist - 3rd Shift

PROENERGY; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life/Disability Insurance

Paid Time Off

401K Plan

Paid Holidays

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled CNC Operator to join their dynamic team. This role involves setting up and maintaining production on advanced CNC machines, ensuring quality standards, and troubleshooting any issues that arise. Candidates will benefit from a supportive environment that encourages growth and offers training on specific machines. With a commitment to employee well-being, the company provides competitive pay and excellent benefits. If you possess the required skills and are ready to contribute to a forward-thinking organization, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• High school diploma and technical trade degree or machinist apprenticeship required.
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in CNC setup and operation preferred.

Responsibilities

• Set up and maintain production on CNC operated machines.
• Ensure quality standards are met and troubleshoot non-conformances.
• Train operators and communicate discrepancies to leads.

Skills

CNC Operation

Troubleshooting

Quality Control

Teamwork

Attention to Detail

Education

High School Diploma

Technical Trade Degree

Machinist Apprenticeship

Tools

5 Axis CNC Machines

Measuring Equipment

ERP System

Job description

PROENERGY is a global and vertically integrated energy transition platform. Focused exclusively on fast-start, dispatchable power, our company supports both energy security and renewable growth with complete turbine services, project development, equipment manufacturing, turnkey generation facilities, operations, and maintenance.

Our Footprint

We are primed for the energy transition with permanent service locations in Missouri, Texas, and Argentina. Our world-class Missouri headquarters is purpose-built to meet dispatchable power needs. It sits on 90 acres in Sedalia and features more than 600,000 sq. ft of service capacity under roof, which includes the only independent Level-IV aeroderivative depot and string-test facility in the world. Our Houston, Texas, office is a strategic satellite positioned near our own dispatchable power installations.

Our Philosophy

We take care of our people and strive to make a positive difference for the world. We offer competitive pay, excellent benefits that include Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life/Disability Insurance at minimal cost to the employee, 10 paid holidays, paid time off, and a 401K plan. If you are looking for a rewarding career and possess specialized knowledge and quality-oriented problem-solving skills, we encourage you to apply today.

Position Summary

Candidate is responsible to set up and maintain production on CNC operated machines. Candidate is also responsible for on time delivery of manufactured components, attention to detail, and the ability to work in a team environment. Candidates with the desired experience and/or skills will be provided additional training on specific machines for this career opportunity. Some travel will be expected during the first couple months of employment for training on specific machines. This is an intermediate level position.

Position Responsibilities

1. Prepare machines for production: Set up/qualify/ and ensure part conformance on various 5 Axis CNC machines.
2. Preview and understand machine programs, written set up information, and proper function and operation of machine being set up.
3. Troubleshoot non-conformances derived from programming errors, tooling or part misloading, dull cutters, coolant flow, and operator errors.
4. Train operators to ensure operational abilities/skills and sign off on said training.
5. Ensure quality standards are met by yourself and operators.
6. Communicate discrepancies and non-conformances to immediate lead.
7. Utilize measuring equipment in support of quality requirements.
8. Record and input in-process measurement data utilizing an ERP system or similar method.
9. Review and interpret complex work instructions, processes, and blueprints, asking clarifying questions.
10. Maintain machine and operator conformance of production parts.
11. Production work as a member of our team will be required.
12. Travel for training and industry education as necessary to maintain skills for position.

Required Qualifications

1. High school diploma and two-year technical trade degree or completion of a machinist apprenticeship program. On Job Training (OJT) is acceptable as well, with the applicant able to discuss / demonstrate what skills he / she has acquired.
2. Must read, write and speak fluent English.
3. US work authorization is a precondition of employment. The company will not consider candidates who require sponsorship for a work-authorized visa.
4. Successful candidate will need to satisfactorily complete pre-employment drug screen and background check.

Preferred Qualifications – One or more of the following

1. Minimum 5 years’ experience performing setup and operation of CNC equipment.
2. CNC setup and operation of 5 Axis Vertical Mill (Trunnion Style Table).
3. CNC setup and operation of 5 Axis Vertical Mill Turn.
4. CNC setup and operation of 5+ Axis Profile Grinders.
5. CNC setup and operation of Water Jet.
6. CNC setup and operation of 5 Axis Wire EDM.
7. Familiar with machine probing for setup and inspection.
8. Familiar with Aerospace metals (superalloys).

It is PROENERGY’s policy to provide equal opportunity in employment to all its employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, age, disability, national origin, marital status, ancestry, medical condition, military status, or any other characteristic protected by State or Federal law.