CNC Mill Machinist- Weekend Shift (Friday - Sunday - 5am-5pm)

Colonial Group; Mansfield (TX); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Colonial Group is seeking a skilled CNC Mill Machinist to set up, operate, and optimize multi-axis CNC mills, grinders, lathes, and related equipment in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

You will read blueprints, verify bill of materials, run production jobs, and perform quality inspections to meet strict specifications. Overtime may be required, and the ideal candidate has strong math, problem-solving and teamwork abilities.

Qualifications

• Must have high school diploma or equivalent.
• Seven years of related experience required.
• CNC certification or metalworking tooling certification preferred.
• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand basic English.

Responsibilities

• Run production jobs on multi-axis CNC mills/grinders/lathes per work instructions to produce quality parts.
• Inspect parts using calipers, micrometers, gauges and log findings.
• Read work orders and blueprints to verify specifications and BOM accuracy.
• Adjust machine feed, speed and axis offsets to meet tolerances.
• Troubleshoot machine issues and perform tool changes as needed.
• Set up machines including fixtures, tooling and programs.
• Maintain general machine upkeep and cleanliness.
• Report production counts and downtime accurately.
• Participate in lean activities and cross-train across machines.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Measurement & inspection

Problem solving

Teamwork

Basic math & computer skills

Machine setup & offsets

Education

High School Diploma

Seven years related experience

CNC certification preferred

Tools

CNC certification

Metalworking tooling

Job description

Ready to put your machining expertise to work in a fast-paced, high-tech manufacturing environment? As a CNC Mill Machinist, you'll play a vital role in producing precision-engineered components by setting up, operating, and optimizing multi-axis CNC mills, grinders, lathes, and other advanced manufacturing equipment. You'll have the opportunity to work with cutting-edge technology while ensuring quality, accuracy, and efficiency throughout the production process.

If you're passionate about precision manufacturing, enjoy tackling technical challenges, and thrive in a hands-on environment where your expertise is valued, we'd love to hear from you!

• Run production jobs on multi-axis CNC milling/grinding/lathe or other various types of semi-automated equipment per written or verbal work instructions to produce quality parts while maintaining productivity standards.

• Inspect product for quality throughout production run using a variety of measuring tools such as a caliper, micrometer, comparator, a variety of gauges, etc., record inspection findings, and write detailed downtime and other shift communications in a log book.

• Read work orders and blueprints to identify appropriate specifications for machine setup and product quality. Review work orders to ensure bill of materials are accurate and all inventory transactions are performed correctly.

• Perform offsets to the program and adjustments to the machine feed, speed, and axis points to ensure part specification and quality standards are maintained as necessary.

• Troubleshoot major machine issues through specialized knowledge/experience with the machine by diagnosing breakdowns, disassembling equipment, and replacing, resetting, and sharpening machine tooling as necessary depending on assigned area.

• Perform machine set ups including, but not limited to, changing fixtures, inserts, tooling bars, dies, and selecting and loading the program.

• Perform general machine maintenance such as cleaning the machine, checking oil and coolant levels, and adding additional oil and coolant as necessary.

• Report accurate count of production parts, scrap, and labor hours by completing required paperwork and/or electronic entry.

• Comply with established 6S standards and participate in various lean manufacturing activities to improve products, reduce waste, or learn new skills or operations.

• Cross-train by rotating to different machines and work areas as required.

• Perform all other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent is preferred, and seven (7) years of related experience is required.

• CNC certification or metalworking/tooling certification preferred.

• Knowledge in operating CNC, milling, or grinding machines preferred.

• Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand basic English.

• Ability to demonstrate basic math and computer skills and perform visual quality inspections.

• Ability to learn, problem-solve, and make decisions per work instructions and documents.

• Ability to communicate and work as a team member.

• Ability to obtain a Klein provided crane certification may be required.

• Ability to work overtime as needed by the company is required.

Physical Demand Requirements

Occasionally required to stand, walk or sit; use hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; talk or hear; taste or smell. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move objects up to 35 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.