CNC Machinists

ACMF - American Custom Metal Fabricating, Inc.; Green Bay (WI); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in metal fabrication is seeking a Vertical Mill Operator to join their team. The role involves programming and operating CNC machines, ensuring quality and safety standards are met. Candidates should have a high school diploma, relevant technical education, and at least one year of manufacturing experience. The position requires attention to detail, teamwork, and physical capability to handle machinery and materials.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year manufacturing experience in machining.
• Ability to read blueprints and knowledge of tooling.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain CNC machines, ensuring quality standards.
• Perform dimensional inspections and preventive maintenance.

Skills

Blueprint Reading

Mathematics

Tool Maintenance

Attention to Detail

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma

Certificate in Machine Technology

Associate's Degree in Manufacturing Technology

Tools

CNC Machines

Forklift

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Vertical Mill Operator - Summary of Essential Job Functions:

CNC operators use computer-controlled machines to fabricate parts from metal. Produce machined parts by programming, setting up, and operating a computer numerical control (CNC) machine; maintaining quality and safety standards for custom parts for ACMF customers.

• Program Vertical Mill by entering instructions, including zero and reference points; setting tool registers, offsets, compensation, and conditional switches.
• Calculate requirements, including basic math, geometry, and trigonometry; proving part programs.
• Set up Vertical Mill by installing and adjusting three- and four-jaw chucks, tools, attachments, collets, bushings, cams, gears, stops, and stock pushers; indicating vices; tramming heads.
• Load feed mechanism by lifting stock into position.
• Verify settings by measuring positions, first-run part, and sample workpieces; perform test operations to ensure the product is made to specifications.
• Maintain specifications by observing drilling, grooving, and cutting, including turning, facing, knurling, and thread chasing operations; taking measurements; detecting malfunctions; troubleshooting processes; adjusting and reprogramming controls; sharpening and replacing worn tools; adhering to quality assurance procedures and processes.
• Maintain safe operations by adhering to safety procedures and regulations.
• Run the machine and monitor it for problems.
• Make adjustments to the operating speed based on vibrations and sounds that may indicate a malfunction.
• Inspect materials from waterjet, laser, saw, and/or weldments.
• Provide a high level of attention to detail and focus on assigned tasks.
• Perform all dimensional inspections.
• Operate multiple machines.
• Maintain equipment by completing preventive maintenance; following manufacturer's instructions; troubleshooting malfunctions; calling for repairs.
• Detect and report defective materials or questionable conditions to the supervisor.
• Perform prescribed maintenance; clean and maintain equipment.
• Operate and use required tools and equipment safely and skillfully.

Summary of Secondary Job Functions:

• Perform other duties as assigned by management.

Qualifications Required:

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Certificate or associate's degree in machine or manufacturing technology.
• Relevant coursework in blueprint reading, CAD, machining principles, and metals.
• Minimum 1 year manufacturing experience in machining.
• Ability to read blueprints.
• Knowledge of tooling and tool maintenance.
• Familiarity with preferred machines: Mighty Viper, Haas VF9, VF6, VF4, DMG – Mori Seiki, etc.
• Proven measurement and math skills, including fractions/decimals.
• Ability to distinguish material types: Aluminum, Steel, Stainless Steel, Copper, Brass.
• Forklift operation experience.
• Self-motivated, team-oriented, safety-conscious, able to perform physical activities (lifting up to 75 lbs, bending, standing, climbing, walking).