Machinist B - CNC Lathe at ChemSource Sanborn, NY

ChemSource; Sanborn (NY); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

ChemSource in Sanborn, NY, is seeking a Machinist B – CNC Lathe to program, set up, and operate CNC lathes. You will read blueprints, adjust tooling, and verify tolerances to ensure high-quality parts.

The role requires proficiency in GD&T, fixture design, and process troubleshooting, with a focus on safety and efficient production flow. A minimum of three years as a machinist is expected.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Associate degree in Manufacturing/Technical Programming; OR completion of a full apprenticeship program; OR successful completion of suitable company training required.
• At least three (3) years of experience as a fully qualified machinist required.

Responsibilities

• Writes programs on the machine and edits offline.
• Designs and builds basic fixtures for various machining operations.
• Reads blueprints, job travelers, work instructions, and GD&T; ensures processes and operations are correct.
• Sets up production machines following prints and specifications.
• Selects and attaches holding fixtures, jaws, and cutting tools per work instructions.
• Applies mathematics to calculate dimensions and tolerances.
• Identifies malfunctions or out-of-tolerance machining and corrects errors.
• Inspects and measures completed production units to identify defects.

Skills

Programming

Machine setup

Machine operation

Blueprint reading

GD&T

Quality inspection

Math calculations

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate degree or apprenticeship or company training

Tools

CNC Lathe

Job description

Machinist B - CNC Lathe job at ChemSource. Sanborn, NY.

Programming, machine set up, and machine operation

• Writes programs on the machine and edit offline.
• Designs and builds basic fixtures related to various machining operations.
• Read blueprints, job travelers, work instructions, program and tooling sheets, quality documents and GD&T; ensures processes and operations are correct.
• Sets up production machines following prints and specifications.
• Chooses, aligns, and securely attaches holding fixtures, jaws, cutting tools, attachments, accessories, and other materials on machines according to work instructions.
• Applies knowledge of mathematics and instruments to calculate dimensions and tolerances.
• Identifies malfunctions or out-of-tolerance machining; adjusts controls of machine to correct errors.
• Inspects and measures completed production units to identify defects caused by machine setup.

Workplace Safety and maintenance

• Is responsible for taking care of routine machine maintenance and keeping work area in neat condition.
• Proper and safe use of material handling equipment such as cranes, carts, etc.
• Follows all company safety rules, including machine operation and guarding.

Reports/other related

• Maintains simple reports on work orders handled, quantities produced and quality reports.
• Ability to follow work order instructions, blueprint reading and geometric tolerances.
• Performs miscellaneous duties and participates in training as assigned by a supervisor.

Education & Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Associate degree in Manufacturing/Technical Programming; OR completion of a full apprenticeship program; OR successful completion of suitable company training required.
• At least three (3) years of experience as a fully qualified machinist required.