CNC Machinist II - Second Shift

Fortifi Food Processing Solutions; Wakeman Township (OH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

12 paid holidays

Vacation

401K matching

Tuition reimbursement

Air-conditioned plant

Job summary

Bettcher Industries is seeking a Machinist II to operate CNC machines with minimal supervision. The role involves running multiple machines, interpreting blueprints, performing basic tool settings, and ensuring parts meet specifications and tolerances.

You will work with senior machinists and quality personnel to troubleshoot issues, report production metrics, and maintain a clean, safe work environment in a precision tooling facility that serves the food processing industry.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Preferred 3 years of experience in manufacturing machining.
• Must be able to troubleshoot equipment and identify tooling issues such as worn tooling and tool holders.
• Must meet all the qualification standards requirements of previous level.

Responsibilities

• Observe CNC machine operation and verify conformance to specifications and tolerances.
• Read and interpret work instructions for product specs, dimensions, tolerances, and tooling instructions.
• Follow standard operating procedures and work instructions in proper sequence.
• Read measuring devices to ensure quality; troubleshoot or escalate issues with senior staff.
• Interpret CNC programs, offsets, and tool movements; report necessary changes.
• Maintain production on multiple machines and perform basic tool settings.
• Report production results and ensure housekeeping and safety compliance.

Skills

Basic math

Gaging equipment

Caliper

Micrometer

Blueprint reading

Basic computer skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Bettcher Industries is a leading developer and manufacturer of innovative precision cutting and trimming tools for food processing and industrial applications. We also manufacture equipment for the restaurant, fast food and institutional foodservice. Our mission is 'Globally collaborate to provide inventive solutions which enhance processing methods, increase yield, and improve efficiency to benefit our customers'. We have an excellent benefits package, air-conditioned plant, 12 paid holidays a year including a holiday shutdown at the end of the year, vacation, 401K matching program, tuition reimbursement, amongst many other 'perks' of working at Bettcher Industries.

Position Summary:

The Machinist II is qualified to run CNC machines on their own with minimal assistance. The operator will make minor adjustments &/or tool offsets and will work with a more senior Machinist for any major adjustments.

Essential Functions:

• Observes operation of CNC machine(s) and verifies conformance of workpiece to specifications and dimensional tolerances as well as visually inspects parts for non-conformance.
• Reads and interprets work instructions for product specifications, dimensions, tolerances, and tooling instructions.
• Follows standard operating production procedures and work instructions. Performs work in a systematic manner to ensure all steps are carried out in proper sequence.
• Reads and interprets measuring devices to ensure quality standards are met. If the operation is causing quality issues the machinist may troubleshoot the issue or stop production and consult with a senior CNC Machinist, Quality, or Supervisor.
• Submits engineering change requests to supervisor for evaluation.
• Interprets CMM report and makes necessary offsets.
• Maintains production on multiple machines.
• Properly sets any required offsets for the part to be machined after a basic tool setting process has been completed.
• Interprets CNC program: units of measure, positioning system, tools, spindle speeds, feed rates, canned cycles, coolant use, axis destination movements, tool movements, and end-of-program code.
• Performs preventative maintenance checks on machine. This includes checking all fluid levels, system pressure, tooling wear, component lubrication and cleaning.
• Accurately report production results (labor time, part counts and status) in production system.
• Properly report scrap and move to reject hold area or QC reject area.
• Responsible for all housekeeping. Perform major cleanup as required.
• Follows and completes daily work assignments as directed.
• Perform all tasks in a safe and responsible manner. Adheres to all safety policies and procedures.
• Responsible for meeting production requirements based on established labor standards.
• Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge/Skills:

• Basic math skillsincluding:
  • adding, subtracting, multiplying, and dividing whole numbers and decimals
  • ability to convert fractions into decimals and vice versa
  • ability to calculate percentages
• Basic computer skills including typing and ability to enter data into Bettcher workstations.
• Verify the setup of and operation of gages and other measuring equipment.
• Ability to demonstrate proper usage of gages (i.e., caliper, micrometer, and depth gage).
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and/or technical drawings including GD&T and apply the information as it relates to gaging, dimensioning, and tolerancing.

Education and Experience:

• High School Diploma or GED required
• Preferred 3 years of experience in manufacturing machining / vocational schooling
• Must be able to troubleshoot equipment & identify tooling issues such as worn tooling and tool holders.
• Must meet all the qualification standards requirements of previous level.

Physical Requirements:

• Light physical effort equal to frequent lifting or moving of lightweight materials.
• Regularly required to sit or stand, bend and reach and walk in order to operate multiple machines simultaneously.
• May occasionally lift up to 25 pounds.
  

Bettcher Industries is a leading developer and manufacturer of innovative precision cutting and trimming tools for food processing and industrial applications. We also manufacture equipment for the restaurant, fast food and institutional foodservice. Our mission is 'Globally collaborate to provide inventive solutions which enhance processing methods, increase yield, and improve efficiency to benefit our customers'. We have an excellent benefits package, air-conditioned plant, 12 paid holidays a year including a holiday shutdown at the end of the year, vacation, 401K matching program, tuition reimbursement, amongst many other 'perks' of working at Bettcher Industries.

Position Summary:

The Machinist II is qualified to run CNC machines on their own with minimal assistance. The operator will make minor adjustments &/or tool offsets and will work with a more senior Machinist for any major adjustments.

Essential Functions:

• Observes operation of CNC machine(s) and verifies conformance of workpiece to specifications and dimensional tolerances as well as visually inspects parts for non-conformance.
• Reads and interprets work instructions for product specifications, dimensions, tolerances, and tooling instructions.
• Follows standard operating production procedures and work instructions. Performs work in a systematic manner to ensure all steps are carried out in proper sequence.
• Reads and interprets measuring devices to ensure quality standards are met. If the operation is causing quality issues the machinist may troubleshoot the issue or stop production and consult with a senior CNC Machinist, Quality, or Supervisor.
• Submits engineering change requests to supervisor for evaluation.
• Interprets CMM report and makes necessary offsets.
• Maintains production on multiple machines.
• Properly sets any required offsets for the part to be machined after a basic tool setting process has been completed.
• Interprets CNC program: units of measure, positioning system, tools, spindle speeds, feed rates, canned cycles, coolant use, axis destination movements, tool movements, and end-of-program code.
• Performs preventative maintenance checks on machine. This includes checking all fluid levels, system pressure, tooling wear, component lubrication and cleaning.
• Accurately report production results (labor time, part counts and status) in production system.
• Properly report scrap and move to reject hold area or QC reject area.
• Responsible for all housekeeping. Perform major cleanup as required.
• Follows and completes daily work assignments as directed.
• Perform all tasks in a safe and responsible manner. Adheres to all safety policies and procedures.
• Responsible for meeting production requirements based on established labor standards.
• Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge/Skills:

• Basic math skillsincluding:
  • adding, subtracting, multiplying, and dividing whole numbers and decimals
  • ability to convert fractions into decimals and vice versa
  • ability to calculate percentages
• Basic computer skills including typing and ability to enter data into Bettcher workstations.
• Verify the setup of and operation of gages and other measuring equipment.
• Ability to demonstrate proper usage of gages (i.e., caliper, micrometer, and depth gage).
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and/or technical drawings including GD&T and apply the information as it relates to gaging, dimensioning, and tolerancing.

Education and Experience:

• High School Diploma or GED required
• Preferred 3 years of experience in manufacturing machining / vocational schooling
• Must be able to troubleshoot equipment & identify tooling issues such as worn tooling and tool holders.
• Must meet all the qualification standards requirements of previous level.

Physical Requirements:

• Light physical effort equal to frequent lifting or moving of lightweight materials.
• Regularly required to sit or stand, bend and reach and walk in order to operate multiple machines simultaneously.
• May occasionally lift up to 25 pounds.
  

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