CNC Machinist Setup Technician

2A USA, INC; Auburn (AL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

2A USA, INC in Alabama is seeking a skilled CNC technician to set up and run 4-axis CNC vertical and horizontal mills, and lathes on an industrial production line. You will lead the shift, supervise operators, and ensure parts meet specifications.

Candidates should have a solid math background, read blueprints, understand GD&T, and be proficient with metrology tools. Experience with ABB robotics and programming for CNC is a plus.

Qualifications

• Requires high school diploma or equivalent with relevant experience.
• 3+ years of technical experience in a fast-paced machine shop.
• Experience with CNC milling and 4-axis setups; lathe experience is a plus.
• Strong math background and ability to read blueprints.
• Proficient with measurement tools like micrometers, calipers, gauges.
• Experience interpreting CMM reports with QA.
• Familiarity with ABB robots is a plus.
• Must be detail-oriented with 5S discipline.

Responsibilities

• Set up and run 4-axis CNC vertical mills, 4-axis CNC horizontal mills and lathes.
• Perform tool changes and offsets on CNC machines.
• Maintain cutting tool inventory and liaise with suppliers for improvements in tooling life.
• Troubleshoot CNC machine alarms and perform preventive maintenance.
• Monitor process data to ensure process control and product quality.
• Interpret CMM reports with Quality to correct machine offsets.
• Lead shift and supervise machine operators and support staff.
• Support new projects in programming and machining tasks.
• Troubleshoot and restart ABB robots on the line.
• Engage in automation and robotics work in the shop.
• Maintain statistical process charts and trend analysis for adjustments.

Skills

Math skills

Blueprint reading

GD&T understanding

CNC setup

Quality inspections

CNC milling

CNC lathe programming

Automation robotics

Teamwork

5S mindset

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Uses advanced technical knowledge to troubleshoot and repair plant production equipment. Performs all duties associated with the setup of a variety of production equipment to produce quality products. Supports other machine techs and machine operators while serving as the shift leader.

Job Responsibilities:

• Should be able to setup and run 4 axis CNC Vertical Mills, 4 axis CNC Horizontal Mills and lathe machines.
• Able to perform all tool changes and offsets on the CNC machines.
• Ability to maintain the Cutting Tool inventory and work with cutting tool supplier for Improvements in machining process and tool life.
• Ability to troubleshoot maintenance problems and alarms on CNC machines.
• Perform preventative maintenance on machines to insure consistent machine performance.
• Gathering and monitoring data on the process to ensure process control.
• Ability to interpret the CMM reports with Quality team to perform the corrections on the CNC machine.
• To be involved in the new projects for programming and other items related in Machining.
• Ability to troubleshoot and restart the Robots in the line for CNC.
• Performs various duties relating to automation and robotics, machine shop fabrication.
• Maintain statistical process charting, interpretation, and trend-analysis in order to perform process or equipment adjustments to bring parts into specification.
• Supervise machine operators and support personnel, complete shift reports, and other day-to-day duties.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the CNC Production Manager or Plant Manager.

Job Skills Requirements:

• Strong math background, preferably in machine math
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints
• Thorough Understanding of GD&T
• Previous experience with tight tolerances
• Complete required quality inspections
• Experience in set-up and troubleshooting of CNC milling machines
• Experience with measurement equipment, such as micrometers, calipers, gauges, etc.
• Programming experience on CNC Lathe machines a plus
• Previous experience in the Automotive industry is a plus.
• Should have good mechanical aptitude for problem solving.
• Passionate about prototyping and machining
• Positive energy and attitude
• Ability to work in a team environment
• Meticulous attention to detail
• Highly motivated
• Should have good 5S work ethic during setup process and
• Ability to learn quickly and self-motivated
• Willingness to operate in a dynamic environment and team structure
• Advanced troubleshooting skills using mechanical, electrical, hydraulic knowledge
• Working Experience with ABB robots is a plus.

Education:

• High School diploma in equivalent education and experience

Experience Requirements:

3+ years of technical experience in fast paced machine shop.

Physical & Environmental Requirements:

• May be required to lift or carry products, parts, and/or other materials of various sizes and weights. (Frequently 5 – 25 pounds), (Occasionally 25 – 75 pounds), (Rarely greater than 75 pounds)
• Ability to stand and/or walk constantly over a full work shift (8-12 hours)
• Ability to perform occasional to frequent pushing, pulling, bending, kneeling, twisting, crawling and/or reaching over a full work shift (8-12 hours)
• Ability to use power/vibrating tools over a full work shift (8-12 hours)
• Ability to operate motorized vehicles over a full work shift (8-12 hours)
• Exposure to noise levels for which hearing protection is required to be worn over a full work shift (8-12 hours)