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

HORST Engineering; East Hartford (CT); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

Holidays

401K Match

Medical, Dental, Vision Benefits

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

HORST Engineering in East Hartford, CT is seeking an experienced CNC Machinist to set up and operate turning centers and multi-axis lathes. The role requires reading blueprints, travel instructions, and working from specifications to produce high-precision parts.

The position offers 1st or 2nd shifts with a 15% differential on 2nd shift. Candidates should have 3+ years of setup experience, familiarity with Fanuc/Okuma controls, and the ability to train others while ensuring strict quality

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent; technical training a plus.
• At least 3 years of setup experience required.
• Experience with aerospace products or close tolerance parts is a plus.
• Must be familiar with Fanuc and/or Okuma controls.
• Ability to read and interpret operation sheets, blueprints and specs.
• Strong problem solving and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate CNC lathes (2-axis and multi-axis) to produce quality parts.
• Work from blueprints, operation sheets, travelers or other specs; complete machining operations.
• Inspect parts and perform dimensional verification per QA guidelines.
• Train other set-up/operators and assist with production problems.
• Maintain clean, organized work area and report shortages or issues.
• Perform routine maintenance on equipment.

Skills

CNC Machining

Setup experience

Training others

Blueprints

Dimensional inspection

Quality assurance

Leadership

Education

High School Diploma

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.