CNC Machinist (evening shift)

Amada; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 27,552 - 33,062; Full time

Job summary

Amada in Charlotte, NC is seeking a CNC Machinist/Trainee to set up and operate large CNC Bridge Mills for industrial components and weldments.

You will program basic cut instructions, load parts, perform jig changes, and keep detailed inspection logs, using micrometers, calipers and gauges to verify tolerances.

The role emphasizes safety, ISO procedures and continuous improvement, with a Monday–Thursday night shift (3:00 PM–1:45 AM) and weekly pay.

Qualifications

• Operates CNC Bridge Mills to manufacture industrial components and weldments.
• Performs basic CNC programming to generate cut instructions.
• Uses precision measuring tools to verify tolerances and document results.
• Complies with ISO procedures and safety guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Setup and operate assigned CNC Bridge Mill.
• Program CNC designs into cut instructions.
• Load parts to process and perform jig changes.
• Set tool registers, offsets, and compensation; calculate requirements.
• Maintain inspection and programming logs.
• Seek process improvements to reduce setup time.

Skills

CNC milling

Precision measurement

Quality inspections

Okuma controls

Blueprint reading

Tools

CNC Bridge Mill

Micrometers

Calipers

Bore gauges

Job description

This position is responsible for setup and operation of large CNC Bridge Mill(s) designed for machining industrial components and weldments. The machinist will assist the quality assurance departments with and first articles inspections. The machinist will monitor quality by taking measurements, detecting malfunctions, troubleshooting processes, and adjusting, to quality assurance procedures and processes. Knowledgeable in commonly used practices and procedures within the CNC programmer/machinist profession. Working knowledge and understanding of the Okuma controls.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Setup and operate assigned CNC Bridge Mill.
• Perform all functions of a “CNC Trainee” listed on the Skill Chart.
• Programming CNC designs into cut instructions
• Load parts to process.
• Preform jig layout changeovers.
• Setting tool registers, offsets, compensation, and conditional switches; calculating requirements, including basic math.
• Use precision measuring instruments including micrometers and calipers, fixtures, bore gauges and gauges to check work and perform detailed inspection of parts produced to meet tolerance requirements.
• Writing and maintaining inspection and programming logs and manuals.
• Ability to reduce setup time and machining through process improvements.
• Provides constant feedback and input into process improvement within the department.
• Utilizes and abides by ISO requirements and safety procedures.
• Complies with all quality policies, specifications, regulations, and instructions.
• Communicates thoughts and ideas, both verbally and in writing, to co-workers and management
• Employees are to speak only English during an emergency and while performing job duties where there is potential for an emergency. The rule does not apply to casual conversations between employees when they are not performing a job duty.
• Non-field-related positions require in-office work 5 days a week at the assigned facility.

NON-ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Supporting MFG Engineering department to process and implement machining production flow processes.
• Capable and willing of performing all essential functions of a “CNC Trainee.”

Non-Management Employees include

• Demonstrate commitment to an injury-free environment by actively participating in company safety programs.
• Comply with all aspects of the corporate environmental, health and safety program.

REPORTING RELATIONSHIP

• Production Manager

SUBORDINATE STAFF

• None

PAY RANGE

• $20 - $24 per hour (including a $2.00 shift premium) depending on work experience. Pay frequency is weekly.

SHIFT

Monday to Thursday 3:00 PM to 1:45 AM

ENVIRONMENT

Climate controlled all year/ Low decibel levels

WORKING CONDITIONS

LIFTING: Average Weight: 25 lb. Frequency: Daily Work Environment: While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be exposed to fumes, vapors, or airborne particles, moving mechanical parts and vibration. The noise level in the work environment can be loud.

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