Machinist 2

X-L Machine Company; Three Rivers (MI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Burke Porter, An Ascential Technologies Company in Three Rivers, MI is seeking an experienced CNC Machinist I to plan, program, set up, and operate mills and lathes to meet exacting specifications.

You will read blueprints, apply GD&T, and verify first-run parts while maintaining safety and quality standards across shifts. Team collaboration and continuous improvement are essential.

Qualifications

• Five years’ experience as a CNC Machinist I.
• Plans machining by studying work orders, blueprints, engineering plans, materials, specifications, orthographic drawings, reference planes, locations of surfaces, and machining parameters; interpreting geometric dimensions and tolerances (GD&Z).
• Programs mills and lathes by entering instructions, including zero and reference points; setting tool registers, offsets, compensation, and conditional switches; calculating requirements, including basic math, geometry, and trigonometry; proving part programs.
• Sets-up mills and lathes by installing and adjusting three- and four-jaw chucks, tools, attachments, collets, bushings, cams, gears, stops, and stock pushers; indicating vices; tramming heads.
• Verifies settings by measuring positions, first-run part, and sample work pieces; adhering to international standards.
• Maintains specifications by observing all machining operations; taking measurements; detecting malfunctions in the program; troubleshooting processes; adjusting and reprogramming controls; replacing worn tools.
• Maintains safe operations by adhering to safety procedures and regulations.
• Maintains equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements; following manufacturer’s instructions; troubleshooting malfunctions; calling for repairs.
• Maintains continuity among work shifts by documenting and communicating actions, irregularities, and continuing needs.
• Documents actions by completing production and quality logs.
• Updates job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities; reading technical publications.
• Accomplishes organization goals by accepting ownership for accomplishing new and different requests; exploring opportunities to add value to job accomplishments.
• Follow quality standards to ensure parts are to the customer and company standards
• Ability to work idependently, building fixtures, tooling and develope programs
• Other responsibilities may be added or assumed based on necessity

Responsibilities

• Operate mills and lathes to produce precisely machined parts.
• Set up fixtures, tooling, and work-holding devices before runs.
• Verify dimensions with appropriate gauging and inspection tools.
• Troubleshoot machining issues and adjust programs to meet tolerances.
• Document production steps and report anomalies for continuous improvement.
• Maintain a clean and safe work area and comply with safety regulations.

Skills

CNC Machining

GD&T interpretation

Blueprint reading

Machining planning

Tools

Mills

Lathes

G-code

Job description

Burke Porter, An Ascential Technologies Company
Three Rivers, MI 49093, USA

Description

Job Specifications: Experience working with various different types of material is a requirement as the foresight of how the different materials react to machining affects the outcome of the part extensively. Machining with 5+ axis machines is helpful. Working in a team atmosphere to encompass a smooth flow across all operations. Good written and oral communications skills are essential.

Primary skills and responsibilities:

• Five years’ experience as a CNC Machinist I
• Plans machining by studying work orders, blueprints, engineering plans, materials, specifications, orthographic drawings, reference planes, locations of surfaces, and machining parameters; interpreting geometric dimensions and tolerances (GD&T).
• Programs mills and lathes by entering instructions, including zero and reference points; setting tool registers, offsets, compensation, and conditional switches; calculating requirements, including basic math, geometry, and trigonometry; proving part programs.
• Sets-up mills and lathes by installing and adjusting three- and four-jaw chucks, tools, attachments, collets, bushings, cams, gears, stops, and stock pushers; indicating vices; tramming heads.
• Verifies settings by measuring positions, first-run part, and sample work pieces; adhering to international standards.
• Maintains specifications by observing all machining operations; taking measurements; detecting malfunctions in the program; troubleshooting processes; adjusting and reprogramming controls; replacing worn tools.
• Maintains safe operations by adhering to safety procedures and regulations.
• Maintains equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements; following manufacturer's instructions; troubleshooting malfunctions; calling for repairs.
• Maintains continuity among work shifts by documenting and communicating actions, irregularities, and continuing needs.
• Documents actions by completing production and quality logs.
• Updates job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities; reading technical publications.
• Accomplishes organization goals by accepting ownership for accomplishing new and different requests; exploring opportunities to add value to job accomplishments.
• Follow quality standards to ensure parts are to the customer and company standards
• Ability to work idependently, building fixtures, tooling and develope programs
• Other responsibilities may be added or assumed based on necessity

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