CNC Machinist (Experienced) - weekend shift

Pindel Global Precision, Inc.; New Berlin (WI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

A precision manufacturing company in New Berlin, Wisconsin, is seeking a skilled CNC Setup Operator. The role requires setting up, adjusting, and maintaining CNC Mills and Lathes to produce high-quality products. Ideal candidates will have experience and knowledge of precision measuring tools, along with strong troubleshooting and interpersonal skills. This position involves working a schedule of 3 x 12-hour shifts from Friday to Sunday. As part of compliance, U.S. Citizenship or Green Card holder is mandatory.

Qualifications

• Minimum of one year experience preferred in setup of CNC machinery.
• Strong understanding of tooling application and competence in tool changes.
• Must be able to read, write, and speak English.
• Understanding of ISO 9001 and AS9100 standards.
• Follows safety training and documents work in ERP.

Responsibilities

• Set up machines and run production.
• Troubleshoot and remedy complex tooling and machine issues.
• Inspect first pieces using gaging instruments.
• Maintain equipment and perform basic preventive maintenance.
• Report work via ProShop ERP and document results.
• Train and support department staff in setups.
• Contribute to continual improvement initiatives.

Skills

CNC machine setup

Troubleshooting

Blueprint reading

Attention to detail

Interpersonal skills

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Interpersonal skills

Adaptability

Education

Applicable technical certificate

CNC safety training

Tools

Precision measuring instruments

ProShop ERP

Height stands

Depth gauges

Thread gauges

Comparator

Job description

Description

Manufacture parts to specification; setup, adjust and prepare CNC Mills, CNC Lathes, Chuckers and/or CNC Swiss; optimize machine capability, produce quality product; and perform other tasks as assigned.

This individual would work 3 x 12-hour shifts Friday-Sunday, paid for 40 hours.

This position requires activities that are subject to US Export Control Laws and require US Citizenship or Green Card Holder.

Requirements

• Set up machines and run production.
• Troubleshoot and remedy complex tooling and machine issues.
• Produce simple tooling from raw material.
• Ensure machines are properly maintained. Know when and why machine is not at peak performance, how to increase performance and fix errors. Perform basic preventative maintenance functions on equipment.
• Operate to workmanship standards, working from prints, process routings, and/or samples to achieve, or to exceed quality and productions standards. Seek assistance if standards cannot be met.
• Inspect first pieces, using predetermined gaging instruments such as micrometers, depth micrometers, comparator, fixed gaging, and other job specific gaging instruments to maintain specified requirements.
• Report work performed via ProShop ERP and maintain proper documentation.
• Follow the safe practices and housekeeping instructions for the CNC department.
• Know and understand the relevant sections of Pindel's ISO 9001 and AS9100D Aerospace Quality Management Systems and how they apply to this job.
• Communicate with manager, production control, quality and other shop personnel for assignments and to resolve machining or quality issues.
• Train, develop and support department employees in setups and operation.
• Instruct personnel assigned to operate machines.
• Operate machines when needed.
• Contribute to continual improvement.
• Other duties as assigned.

Job Specifications

• Minimum of one year experience preferred in setup-up of CNC Lathes, multi-axis lathes, VMC, and/or CNC Swiss in a job shop environment.
• Applicable technical certificate a plus.
• Completed in-house training as a CNC Setup.
• Understands tooling application and shown competence in inserting, changing and adjusting tools.
• Strong understanding in blueprint reading, GD&T and parts inspection capabilities.
• Proven problem solving ability.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Excellent interpersonal skills to interact with, and effectively relate to others.
• Completed CNC safety training.
• Computer literate.
• Read, write and speak English.
• Able to follow written and oral instructions.
• Math competency to include but not limited to addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, geometry, trigonometry and algebra.
• Mechanical aptitude.
• Must be adaptable to changing work environment, competing demands and is able to deal with frequent change, delays or unexpected events.
• Understand Pindel's ISO and AS9100 Aerospace Quality Management Systems.
• Knowledge in use of precision measuring instruments and the application of such instruments. Instruments should include but not limited to micrometers, ID and OD micrometers, height stands, depth gages, thread gages.
• Contribute to continual improvement.

Physical Demands

• Manual Dexterity
• Visual accuracy with or without corrective lenses.
• Stand and walk more than 2/3 of work day.
• Sit; kneel; climb; squat; and bend and twist at waist less than 1/3 of the workday.
• Lift:
  • 1-20 lbs floor to waist & above chest less than 1/3 of work day
  • 1-10 lbs, waist to chest more than 2/3 of work day
  • 10-20lbs, waist to chest 1/3 to 2/3 of work day
  • 20-50 lbs less than 1/3 of work day
  • 30-50+ lbs, above chest never

As part of our compliance with ITAR/EAR requirements, we can only hire U.S. Citizens and Green Card holders, regardless of authorization to work. This position requires the individual to be a U.S. Citizen or hold a Green Card.