Manual / CNC Machinist

Onward Technologies Inc; St. Charles (IL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Manual/CNC Machinist to join their team in St. Charles. This role involves performing setups and operations on CNC machines, ensuring precision and quality in every part produced. You'll be working with advanced machinery, interpreting blueprints, and applying your expertise in G&M programming. If you have a passion for machining and a commitment to excellence, this opportunity offers a chance to thrive in a dynamic environment where your skills will be valued and developed.

Qualifications

• 2+ years in a machine shop environment focusing on CNC operations.
• Proficiency in G&M programming and Fanuc controls.

Responsibilities

• Perform setups and operations to produce parts from engineering prints.
• Operate and optimize NC/CNC machines for efficiency.

Skills

CNC Programming

Blueprint Reading

Basic Math Skills

Machine Setup and Operation

Quality Control

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Micrometers

Vernier Calipers

CNC Vertical Machines

Job description

Title:

Manual / CNC Machinist

Location:

St. Charles, Illinois

Note: Sponsorship is not available for this position now or in the future.

Responsibilities:

1. Perform basic setups and operations to produce parts from engineering prints or sketches, working from raw stock with minimal assistance and maintaining ± .002 tolerances. Operate equipment listed and other shop tools to ensure quality. Setup, run, and program NC equipment using macro programming.
2. Make simple ultrasonic horn details.
3. Read and interpret blueprints thoroughly.
4. Perform layout work.
5. Apply basic math skills, including converting fractions to decimals and basic trigonometry.
6. Use measuring instruments such as micrometers, depth micrometers, Vernier calipers, and others as needed.
7. Setup, run, and optimize NC/CNC machines for efficiency.
8. Clean and deburr parts to prepare for finishing.
9. Sharpen cutting tools like drills, facing, turning, and fly cutting tools.
10. Perform basic maintenance, including minor repairs, adjustments, and maintaining oils and coolant levels with correct concentrations.
11. Check and clean filters or coolant tanks as needed.
12. Maintain a clean and safe workspace by cleaning machines and surrounding areas.
13. Separate chips for recycling according to material types.
14. Communicate job status and details to the next shift or leave detailed notes if absent.
15. Accurately complete daily time and job cards.
16. Transport materials within the shop as needed.
17. Consult with the department manager before making procedural changes.
18. Perform other job classifications as needed.
19. Assist in training personnel on equipment operation when required.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum of two years in a machine shop environment, focusing on setup and operation of mills, lathes, saws, and drill presses, with experience in blueprint reading, math, and measurement tools, maintaining ± .005 tolerances.
• At least 4-5 years of experience with CNC Vertical Mills.
• Proficiency in G&M programming and Fanuc controls.
• Ability to read blueprints.
• Experience with setup, operation, and macro programming at the control (offline programming not required).
• Experience operating two CNC Vertical Machines: Haas and Tree.

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