CNC Operator - Grand Rapids, MI

Leitz GmbH & Co. KG; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Leitz GmbH & Co. KG is seeking a skilled CNC machinist to operate 5 axis EDM machines with the potential for training on other equipment. The ideal candidate will manage production lots, maintain safety standards, and ensure quality outputs, while contributing positively to team dynamics.

Qualifications

• Minimum two years of 5 Axis CNC operation experience.
• Familiarity with metric measurements and measuring equipment.
• Ability to program CNC conversational controls.

Responsibilities

• Operate and program 5 axis CNC machines.
• Inspect machined products and document results.
• Adhere to safety procedures and equipment maintenance.

Skills

Mathematical Skills

Mechanical Capacity

Technical Capacity

Time Management

Ability to read measuring equipment

Ability to program conversational controller

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Optical comparator

Calipers

Micrometers

Dial indicator

Job description

4301 East Paris Avenue, S.E.
Grand Rapids, MI 49512 United States

The CNC machinist operates 5 axis EDM machines and may later be trained in other computer numerical control or manual machines that are associated with the making or sharpening of cutting tools. The position runs production lots, communicates with co-workers regarding production runs, gets along well with others, and maintains a safe, organized, and clean work environment. This position requires experience with 5 axis CNC machines and dedication to the quality of production and performance efficiencies.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Operate and program 5 axis CNC.
• Machine parts to specification.
• Use inspection equipment for measuring.
• Optical comparator
  • Calipers
  • Micrometers
  • Dial indicator
• Promote teamwork and effective communications between all Leitz departments.
• Support Leitz’ mission statement, critical success factors, quality and policy.
• Maintains safe operations and work area by adhering to safety procedures and regulations.
• Maintains equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements; following manufacturer's instructions; troubleshooting malfunctions; calling for repairs.
• Performs all assigned machine shop operations.
• Detects and reports defective materials to management or designee.
• Performs inspection of machined products, and documents results.
• Completes and maintains paperwork for parts.
• Assists in other work areas to perform fabrication and lay-up.
• Read, understand, and follow all Leitz Tooling Systems LP health and safety protocol and procedures.

Required Skills, Education and Experience

Skills:

• Mathematical Skills.
• Mechanical Capacity.
• Technical Capacity.
• Time Management.
• Ability to read and utilize measuring equipment and metric system.
• Ability to program conversational controller.

Education:

• High school diploma or equivalent.

Experience:

• Minimum two years of 5 Axis CNC operation experience.

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The Leitz Group is the world’s leading manufacturer of tools for the professional processing of solid wood and wood-based materials as well as plastics, non-ferrous metals and composite materials. Our customers come from the trade and industry of wood construction and furniture production,window and construction element production, and from mechanical engineering and the tool trade. As an international family business, Leitz is present in over 150 countries, 38 of which have their own subsidiaries and around 3,000 employees. At Leitz, weoffer you an interesting field of activity with a high degree of creativepossibilities withinan international environment.