Horizontal Mill Machinist

PHD, Inc; Huntington (IN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

PHD, Inc. Huntington Facility in Huntington, IN is seeking a CNC Machinist for 1st shift to set up and operate CNC Mills, load parts, and optimize tooling and programs. You will ensure quality via GD&T, perform secondary operations, and coordinate with inventory for timely shipments.

Responsibilities include program creation/modification, tool management, and precise measurement with calipers, micrometers, and CMM, while collaborating with QA, Engineering, and Maintenance teams.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Minimum of 1 year machining experience.
• Experience with CNC Mills and working in independent and team settings.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate CNC Mill machines for turning and milling.
• Load/unload parts and maintain efficient machine operation.
• Create, manage, and modify CNC programs and offsets.
• Set up tooling and establish proper feeds and speeds.
• Perform secondary operations using shop equipment.
• Inspect parts with gauges, micrometers, calipers, and CMM per GD&T.
• Coordinate with inventory to verify stock and prepare for shipment.
• Communicate production status and needs with supervisor and other departments.

Skills

CNC Machining

Blueprint Reading

GD&T

Precision Measurement

Tool Setup

Education

High School Diploma or GED

CNC Lathe/Mill Certification

Tools

Calipers

Micrometers

CMM

Job description

Job Details: Job Location: PHD, Inc. Huntington Facility - Huntington, IN 46750, Job Shift: 1st Shift, POSITION SUMMARY

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Machine Setup and Operation:

• Set up and operate CNC Mill machines, including those with multi-turret and spindle capabilities, for both turning and milling processes.
• Load and unload parts in process sequence and ensure efficient machine operation.

Programming and Tooling:

• Create, manage, and modify CNC programs and offsets via the machine controller to maximize efficiency.
• Set up and manage perishable tooling using a tool pre-setter and install/remove tools from holders as required.
• Establish proper feeds and speeds to ensure maximum efficiency within acceptable tool life limits.

Secondary Operations:

• Perform secondary operations using various shop equipment, including saws, deburr machines, grinders, drill presses, tappers, manual lathes, and vibratory finishers.

Quality Assurance:

• Inspect parts using various gauges, micrometers, calipers, and CMM inspection to ensure all parts meet quality standards based on print interpretation and applied GD&T principles.

Inventory and Logistics:

• Verify, stock, and disperse parts and materials, coordinating with inventory systems to maintain accurate counts.
• Ensure all machined parts are properly deburred, finished, and prepared for assembly or shipment.

Collaboration and Improvement:

• Assist programmers during the proofing of new jobs and optimization of existing ones.
• Communicate production status, issues, and needs proactively with the Production Supervisor and other departments (Quality Assurance, Engineering, Maintenance).

QUALIFICATIONS

• Education: High School Diploma or GED is required. Technical or Trade School CNC Mill Certification is highly desired.
• Experience: A minimum of 1 year of experience in the machining field is required. Experience with CNC Mills and working in both independent and team settings is necessary.

Technical Skills:

• Strong understanding of CNC machine code, machining principles, and manufacturing processes.
• Proficient in blueprint reading and interpretation, including GD&T.
• Above-average math skills, including working with decimals and fractions.
• Proficiency in using precision measuring instruments and various hand and machine tools.
• Basic computer skills for monitoring work cells and processes.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and understanding of practical machine procedures to make adjustments when needed.

WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• This role operates within a climate-controlled manufacturing setting, involving exposure to moving machinery, noise, vibrations, and standard shop chemicals (e.g., coolants, lubricants).
• Physical demands include extensive standing, walking, bending, reaching, and performing manual dexterity tasks. The ability to lift, push, and pull up to 50 lbs is required.
• The machinist must handle sharp objects and be aware of pinch points and rotational hazards.

Qualifications: CRITICAL SKILLS/QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or GED.
• Minimum of 1 year experience in the machining field.
• Technical or Trade School CNC Lathe/Mill Certification desired.
• Experience at working both independently and in a team-oriented, collaborative environment is essential.