CNC Machinist I

PCI Manufacturing, LLC; Atmore (AL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

PCI Manufacturing, LLC is seeking a CNC Machinist I to set up and operate CNC and manual machines onsite, reporting to the Team Lead. The role emphasizes precision and adherence to customer specifications within an AS9100D quality system.

You will interpret blueprints and GD&T, inspect parts for accuracy, perform pre-operational checks, and maintain clean work areas while following safety standards. This is a fully onsite position at PCI Manufacturing, LLC.

Qualifications

• Requires high school diploma or GED; technical training preferred.
• Able to read blueprints and GD&T; knowledge of machining procedures.
• Minimum 2 years' experience operating manual and/or CNC machines.
• Experience with measuring tools and precision inspection practices.
• Must pass background checks and hold a valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate CNC and manual machine tools and fixtures.
• Interpret blueprints, sketches, and specifications to determine dimensions.
• Diagnose malfunctions and determine need for adjustments or repairs.
• Measure and mark dimensions using caliper, micrometer, etc.
• Disassemble and adjust machines with hand tools as required.
• Perform daily pre-operational inspections and maintain clean work area.
• Maintain quality by inspecting parts to customer specifications within AS9100D.

Skills

Blueprint reading

GD&T understanding

Manual dexterity

Quality awareness

Problem solving

Education

High school diploma or GED

Technical training/school (desired)

Tools

CNC machines

Lathe

Milling machine

Grinder

Waterjet

Job description

The CNC Machinist supports PCI Manufacturing and their clients. They will report to the Team Lead and this position is fully onsite. Reporting to a designated Manager for PCI Manufacturing, the CNC Machinist I is responsible for the basic setting up and operating of a variety of CNC machine tools in a machine tool environment with little to no direct supervision. Critically responsible for inspecting for accuracy and compliance with all requirements to produce precision parts and instruments to customer specifications within a AS9100D quality management system environment.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Performs basic set ups to operate a variety of complex CNC and manual machine tools and fixtures; fits and assembles parts to fabricate or repair machine tools and maintain industrial machines, applying knowledge of mechanics, shop mathematics, metal properties, layout and machining procedures
• Interpret blueprints, sketches, machine parts, or specifications to determine type and dimensions of metal stock
• Observes and listens to operating machines or equipment to diagnose malfunction and determine need for adjustment or repair
• Measures, marks and scribes dimensions and reference points on metal stock surfaces, using such measuring and marking devices as calibrated ruler, micrometer, caliper, or a scribe
• Under guidance, dismantles machines or equipment using hand tools (wrenches, screwdrivers, etc.) to examine parts for defect or to remove defective part; substitutes new part or repairs or reproduces part from various kinds of metal stock, using hand tools such as scraper, file, drill and machine tools, such as lathe, milling machine, shaper, borer and grinder
• Performs daily pre-operational inspections of equipment and documents the results
• Cleans and deburrs all parts machined/produced while also keeping tools, fixtures and work areas clean and organized

Qualifications

• Must possess a valid state driver's license and able to pass drug and background screenings
• High school diploma or GED
• Attendance at specialized training or technical school (desired)
• Must have a minimum of 2 years' experience operating manual and/or CNC machines
• Possess 1 year of verifiable related employment experience in manufacturing environment
• Verifiable related employment experience operating equipment, CNC machinery and tools such as lathes, horizontal and vertical mills, waterjets, bar feeders, saws and precision measuring equipment
• Experience working with blueprints, GD&T, technical manuals, other printed data (preferred), & measuring tools
• Must possess ability to understand, carry out, and communicate oral and written instructions
• Working knowledge of various tool holders, cutting tools, boring bars, and inserts used on various machines
• Experience working with blueprints, technical manuals and other printed data required.
• Must be adaptable to a changing work environment, & competing demand
• Able to quickly adjust controls, see details at close range, respond quickly to signals, and quickly move hands with arms to grasp, manipulate, or assemble objects
• Ability to stand for long periods of time and lift up to 50 lbs

PCI Federal (PCIF) and its subsidiaries are an equal-opportunity employer. PCIF does not discriminate on the basis of age, sex, race, national origin, religion, marital status, sexual orientation or identity, Veterans or Disability status.

Preference may be extended to qualified Native American Indian candidates in accordance with applicable federal law.