CNC Machinist Setup/Operator

Personnel Evaluation, Inc.; West Allis (WI); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in machining is seeking an experienced CNC Operator to set up and operate various CNC lathes. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in CNC techniques and blueprint reading, with at least two years of experience. This role requires attention to detail and the ability to lift up to 35 lbs, along with familiarity with Fanuc controls preferred.

Qualifications

• Experience with Fanuc controls preferred.
• Two + years CNC turning experience.
• Ability to lift up to 35 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Set up, adjust, and operate CNC controlled lathes or machining centers.
• Work from routings, process sheets, and blueprints; inspect work with precision instruments.
• Make machine adjustments and help instruct new operators.

Skills

Machine shop knowledge

CNC techniques

Blueprint reading

Shop math

Use of hoists and cranes

Job description

Job description

Set up, adjust and operate a variety of CNC controlled lathes or machining centers to perform turning, boring, threading, contouring, milling, drilling, tapping, cuts to close tolerances and finish requirements.

• Work from routings, process sheets and blueprints. Use a variety of precision instruments to set-up and inspect work.


• Assist in establishing program requirements. Make machine adjustments to correct deviations from program specifications. Note and report program problems. Make adjustments to program where applicable.


• May recommend tooling arrangement, fixtures, operational sequences. Mount and secure tooling, align and secure fixtures, platens and work pieces. Help make set-up & instruct new or less qualified operators. Run secondary machine or auxiliary operations when applicable.

Qualifications

• Experience with Fanuc controls preferred.


• Solid knowledge of machine shop & CNC techniques.


• Two + years CNC turning experience.


• Solid background in shop math and blueprint reading.


• Experienced in use of hoists and cranes.


• Personal tools & willingness to buy tools as needed.


• Experience on large diameter vertical lathes helpful.


• Ability to lift up to 35 lbs.