Computer Numerical Control (CNC) Machinist: 5-axis

Progressive Staffing LLC; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Progressive Staffing LLC is assisting a manufacturing client in Western New York with a CNC Machinist opening in the Northtowns area. This full-time, direct-hire position requires 100% on-site work with a 1st shift from 7:30am to 3:30pm.

The role entails operating 5-axis machines, reading blueprints, and performing basic shop math to ensure precise setups. Experience with Heidenhain controls and Mastercam is preferred; relocation is not offered.

Qualifications

• Read and interpret blueprints; perform basic shop math.
• Set up and operate 5-axis machines in a cell.
• Monitor programs and modify as needed.
• Communicate modifications to programmers.
• Occasionally work with CNC horizontal and vertical boring mills.
• Follow safety procedures and champion safety in the workplace.
• Participate in Lean and Six Sigma continuous improvement initiatives.
• Work well in a team and independently.

Responsibilities

• Operate various 5-axis machines: set up, load, and run in a cellular configuration.
• Read and interpret blueprints and complete basic shop math in order to ensure machines are operating/configured accurately and according to customer specifications.
• Monitor programs and perform necessary modifications when needed.
• Communicate modifications to programmers, as main programming will be performed by those team members.
• Occasionally work with CNC horizontal and vertical boring mills.
• Maintain a safe environment at all times by following and championing established safety procedures and policies.
• Participate in safety meetings, offering educated suggestions for increased safety in the workplace and process improvements.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives through active participation in Lean and Six Sigma teams.
• Work well in a team environment as well as independently.
• Other duties as assigned/as necessary.

Skills

5-axis Machining

Blueprint reading

Education

Trade school

Tools

Heidenhain Controls

Mastercam

Job description

Our client, a manufacturing organization headquartered in WNY, is looking to add a CNC Machinist to their growing team. This position reports directly to the Machine Shop Manager and is located in the Northtowns.

Responsibilities

• Operate various 5-axis machines: set up, load, and run in a cellular configuration
• Read and interpret blueprints and complete basic shop math in order to ensure machines are operating/configured accurately and according to customer specifications
• Monitor programs and perform necessary modifications when needed
• Communicate modifications to programmers, as main programming will be performed by those team members
• Occasionally work with CNC horizontal and vertical boring mills
• Maintain a safe environment at all times by following and championing established safety procedures and policies
• Participate in safety meetings, offering educated suggestions for increased safety in the workplace and process improvements
• Support continuous improvement initiatives through active participation in Lean and Six Sigma teams
• Work well in a team environment as well as independently
• Other duties as assigned/as necessary

Details

• Position is full-time, direct hire
• 100% in-office; 1st shift: 7:30am-3:30pm
• Medical, dental, (benefit reimbursement if they aren’t needed), uniforms provided, safety shoe/glasses provided
• Trade school experience preferred
• 2+ years’ experience of 5-axis machining
• Experience with Heidenhain controls and/or Mastercam programming
• Ability to read/interpret blueprints
• Great interpersonal and communication skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Self-motivated
• Relocation not available
• Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States; Visa sponsorship is not available
• All employees and applicants, please know that you have access at all times to New York State and Federal Labor Laws and Posters at the Government Agency websites: https://dol.ny.gov/posting-requirements-0; https://www.dol.gov/general/topics/posters#workplace-posters