CNC Machinist III

FM Industries, Inc.; Tempe (AZ); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO Program

9 Paid Holidays

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Coverage

Tuition Assistance

Pet Insurance

Flexible Spending Plan

Health Spending Plan

Online Learning Center

401(k) 30% match

Job summary

FM Industries, Inc. in Tempe, AZ is seeking an experienced CNC Machinist III to perform accurate set-ups and operate CNC milling or turning centers. Proficient in changing over machines and ensuring conformance to customer specs with calibrated measuring tools.

The role requires reading drawings, applying GD&T, tool life management, and strict adherence to safety and quality standards. A strong focus on continuous learning and teamwork is essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years CNC experience in manufacturing, or 2 years with certificates and AS in Manufacturing.
• Ability to read drawings, apply GD&T rules, and interpret G&M codes.
• Capability to set up jobs independently and use micrometers/calipers.

Responsibilities

• Setup and operate CNC lathe or mill for production.
• Observe operations, detect malfunctions, and adjust tooling as needed.
• Manage DNC communications and download tool programs.
• Inspect parts per setup callouts using calibrated measuring tools.
• Replace tools and document changes; follow best machining practices.
• Adhere to environmental, health and safety regulations.

Skills

CNC Machining

G&M Codes

Blueprint Reading

Measurement Tools

Lean Manufacturing

6S Concepts

Excel

Education

Associates of Applied Science in Manufacturing

Machining certificates L1 & L2

Tools

Measuring Tools

Job description

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CNC Machinist III

Regular Full-Time Technical Tempe, AZ, US

3 days ago Requisition ID: 5425

WHAT CAN WE OFFER YOU FOR ALL YOUR HARD WORK?

• PTO Program
• Nine (9) Paid Holidays!!
• Medical, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance
• Short and Long-Term Disability Coverage AT NO COST TO EMPLOYEE!!
• Tuition Assistance
• Pet Insurance
• Flexible Spending Plans
• Health Spending Plans
• Comprehensive Online Learning Center - houses thousands of training resources available to learn at your own pace!!
• 401(k) Retirement Savings - with a generous company 30% match! (100% vested after six years)
• CUSTOMER FOCUS - Partnering to deliver excellence and innovation
• SAFETY - Prioritizing the wellbeing of our people
• INTEGRITY- Achieving our best through mutual respect and teamwork
• QUALITY - Investing in our People, Processes, and Products
• ACCOUNTABILITY- Taking ownership of our words, actions and results

DESCRIPTION:

The CNC Machinist will perform accurate and timely set-ups utilizing CNC mill or lathe machining centers. Proficient in accurate change-over of machine set‑ups. Ensure conformance to customer requirements using calibrated measuring equipment and visual inspection. Record and comprehend company work instructions and set‑up books.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

• Setup and operate CNC lathe or mill for production operation.
• Observe machine operation to detect malfunctions or out‑of‑tolerance machining and adjust machine controls as needed.
• Responsible for DNC communications, downloading tool programs.
• Inspect and measure parts according to set‑up book inspection callouts.
• Monitor and replace tools in accordance with tool life management system, document all tool changes.
• Ensure company procedures and “best machining practices” are being followed.
• Perform additional related duties as assigned.
• Comply with applicable environmental, health and safety laws and regulations, Company policy and accepted safe work practices.

EDEUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:

• Minimum 5 years CNC experience in a manufacturing environment; OR,
• 2 years CNC experience in a manufacturing environment with certificates of completion for machining levels 1 & 2 and an Associates of Applied Science in Manufacturing and Production Technology.
• Demonstrated ability at operating CNC Machines and interpreting G & M codes.
• Changing cutting tools and accurately adjusting offsets.
• Ability to set‑up jobs independently.
• Ability to read part drawings, apply GD&T concepts and rules to understand geometric requirements.
• Ability to correctly use and interpret measuring tools including micrometers, calipers, thread gages, chamfer gages, pin gage, test indicators, drop indicators, height gages, optical comparators.
• Implement 6S concepts.
• Basic computer skills: Excel, Word, Outlook.
• Knowledgeable in Lean Manufacturing preferred.
• Visual inspection experience preferred.
• Detail oriented and strong organizational skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS WHILE PERFORMING THE JOB:

• Standing for long periods of time, walking, pushing, pulling, stooping, kneeling, or crouching, use hands to finger, handle, or feel parts; reaching with hands and arms and overhead; talking and/or hearing instructions and sounds.
• Occasionally lift and/or move up to 40 pounds.
• Close vision, color vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
• Ability to differentiate shades and color to identify coating defects.
• Near acuity and accommodation are required for reading dial and digital gauges, blueprints, and precision measuring instruments used in the inspection of coating operations.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT OF THE JOB:

• Regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts.
• Occasionally exposed to toxic or caustic chemicals and risk of electrical shock.
• High noise levels from operating machines.
• Physical hazards from moving equipment and machine parts.
• The employee will be required to use personal protective equipment (PPE) to prevent exposure to hazardous materials commonly used in a manufacturing environment.