Machinist I - Plastics

Curbell, Inc.; Brookneal (VA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Curbell, Inc. in Brookneal, VA is seeking a skilled CNC machinist to support leads, programmers and supervisors with setups and project execution.

You will set up and operate machine tools to meet drawings, write or modify G-code/MDI and CAD/CAM programs, and apply lean practices to eliminate waste and improve flow. Training operators and performing routine maintenance are also part of the role.

Qualifications

• High School or better.
• 3 years: CNC setup, servicing, and code editing required.

Responsibilities

• Assist Leads, programmers, and supervisor on setups and execution of projects.
• Set up and operate machine tools to meet drawing specs; create G-Code/MDI and CAD/CAM programs as needed.
• Use machining experience to assist programming with labor tools and fixtures; apply lean practices to improve flow and reduce waste.
• Identify and remove inefficiencies from programs to improve process.
• Assist in daily preventive maintenance for machine tools; repair minor damage to machinery and tooling.
• Train machine operators in proper setup and operation of machine tools.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

CNC setup

G-code & MDI

CAD/CAM programming

Machine operation

Education

High School or better

Job description

- Assist Leads, programmers, and supervisor on setups and execution of projects.

- Set up and operate machine tools as required to meet drawing specifications for tools and fixtures. This includes G-Code/MDI and/or the independent creation of CAD/CAM programs for CNC programming of machine tools.

- Utilize experience and expertise in machining to assist programming team by developing labor assisting tools and fixtures. Incorporate lean practices to eliminate waste, create better flow, reduce bottle necks, and achieve SMED. Identifies and removes inefficiencies from programs through awareness and process engagement.

- Assist in the daily preventative maintenance programs for all machine tools under your control. Repair minor damage to machinery and tooling.

- Train machine operators in the proper setup and operation of machine tools.

- Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education

Required

High School or better.

Experience

Required

3 years: 3 years in CNC setup, servicing, and code editing required.

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