CNC Machinist - Lathe - Level II/III - 1st or 2nd Shift

HORST ENGINEERING & MANUFACTURING CO; East Hartford (CT); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO package

Company holidays

401K match

Medical/Dental/Vision benefits

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

HORST ENGINEERING & MANUFACTURING CO is seeking an experienced CNC Machinist to set up and operate CNC lathes, including multi-axis machines, in our East Hartford plant. You will read blueprints, adjust tooling, and ensure parts meet tight tolerances.

The role requires 3+ years in setup and familiarity with Fanuc/Okuma controls, with aerospace or close-tolerance parts experience a plus. The position is on-site in East Hartford, CT, with opportunities to train others and lead projects.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent. Technical school training a plus.
• 3 years of set-up experience minimum required.
• Experience with aerospace products and/or other close tolerance parts is a plus.
• Must be familiar with Fanuc and/or Okuma Controls.
• Must be able to set and change tools.
• Must be able to use standard gauges and inspection techniques.
• Experience with SPC, inspection documentation, and problem solving is a plus.
• Strong interpersonal and analytical skills.
• Must be able to read and write comments, understand operation sheets/blueprints, specifications, and all applicable company/customer paperwork.
• Must be able to read CNC programs.
• Five plus years of increasingly diverse experience in a machine shop or CNC machining environment.

Responsibilities

• Set-up and operate CNC Lathes (2-axis and multi-axis).
• Work with blueprints, operation sheets, and other work instructions.
• Machining operations to produce a quality part from blueprints and specs.
• Verify material specifications and obtain required bar stock.
• Perform complex set-ups for self or others.
• Adjust tooling and bring up the program; edit as necessary.
• Assist others with setup or production problems and training.
• Ensure parts meet quality standards and perform dimensional checks.
• Replace worn tooling and maintain equipment.
• Document work and alert supervisors to shortages or problems.

Skills

Set-up experience

Blueprint reading

Quality inspection

Problem solving

Interpersonal skills

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Technical school training

Tools

Fanuc controls

Okuma controls

Job description

Sets-up and operates CNC Turning, Multi-Axis lathes, and other Turning equipment to produce highly precision component parts that meet all quality standards. Ability and willingness to train others. Can work independently and lead a project.

This role is for 1st or 2nd shift. 1st shift is 7am-3:30. 2nd shift is 3:00 - 11:30pm

This role is 100% in office at our plant in East Hartford, CT.

2nd Shift has a 15% shift differential

At HORST we offer a variety of benefits including but not limited to:

• Competitive PTO PackagePaid Company Holidays401K Match ProgramMedical, Dental, Vision BenefitsTuition Reimbursement/Assistance Program

Major Areas of Responsibility:

• Set-up and operate CNC Lathes (2-axis and multi-axis) (e.g. Eurotech, Hardinge, etc.)
• Will work with blueprints, operation sheets, and other work instructions.
• Working from blueprints, operation sheets, travelers or other specifications, set-ups and completes the machining operations to produce a quality part.
• Checks to make sure that the material to be used meets all specifications. Obtains bar stock or material from staging area.
• Performs complex set-ups of own work or for others.
• Makes all required adjustments to the machinery. Obtains tooling, gages, inserts and all other equipment needed to complete the set-up and brings up the program. Edits the program as necessary.
• Assists other Operators or Set-up/Operators with set-up or production problems and helps to train other set-up/operators.
• Ensures that all manufactured parts are in full compliance to quality standards.
• Performs visual inspections (part relationship to operation sheet/blueprint configuration) on all parts produced and performs actual dimensional verification using measuring instruments as per the guidelines established by the department or the Quality Assurance Department.
• Replaces all worn or damaged tooling as necessary.
• Verifies and records actual part count, both prior to and upon completion of all work
• Performs all routine maintenance on the equipment and maintains all fluid levels.
• Keeps the equipment and work area clean and organized.
• Returns excess bar stock or material to the staging area.
• Moves the finished work to an assigned area. Enters all work performed into the database and documents all scrap.
• Notifies leadperson or supervisor of any parts shortages or machining problems/difficulties.
• Packs and washes/preserves parts as needed.
• Performs other machining and assembly operations as needed.
• Performs other related duties as required.
• Interacts with associates from all departments.
  

Requirements:

• High School diploma or equivalent. Technical school training a plus.
• 3years of set-up experience minimum required
• Experience with aerospace products and/or other close tolerance parts is a plus.
• Must be familiar withFanuc and/or OkumaControls
• Must be able to set and change tools.
• Must be able to use standard gauges and inspection techniques.
• Experience with SPC, inspection documentation, and problem solving is a plus.
• Strong interpersonal and analytical skills.
• Must be able to read and write comments, understand operation sheets/blueprints, specifications, and all applicable company/customer paperwork.
• Must be able to read CNC programs.
• Five plus years of increasingly diverse experience in a machine shop or CNC machining environment

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to push/pull/carry up to 50 lbs.
• Able to stand for up to 8+ hours.

Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.