Day in the life
Reporting to the Shop Supervisor, you'll transform raw metal into precise components by operating CNC, conventional, and special-purpose equipment. Your shift moves from safe part loading and setup through in-process checks, adjustments, and final verification to ensure every piece meets spec.
What you'll handle
- Load and unload workpieces with hoists and hand tools, securing them to the machining table.
- Start up equipment, watch cycle performance, and correct malfunctions or out-of-tolerance conditions by adjusting controls or media.
- Verify critical dimensions and alignment using micrometers, height gauges, and gauge blocks.
- Tag or stamp completed parts and record run data on Process and Log sheets.
- Clean parts using a washing machine and deburring tools (files, die grinders, hand grinders); stack on pallets or stage in tubs.
- Perform routine preventive maintenance on manual and automated machines: clean interiors/exteriors, check and refill oil, and make minor repairs.
- Notify the supervisor of equipment issues requiring additional service.
Reporting structure
No supervisory responsibilities.
Additional expectations
Other responsibilities as assigned by the Shop Supervisor.
Qualifications
- Effective interpersonal and written communication skills.
- Ability to collaborate in a team environment.
- General math and reading proficiency.
- General understanding of blueprint reading.
- Knowledge of gauges, proper reading techniques, and interpretation of measured results.
Technical proficiency
- CNC Tooling
- Troubleshooting Skills
- CNC Programming
- G-Code
- M-Code
- CNC Machine Setup & Changeover
- Precision Measurement & Hand Metrology
- Machine Setups for Production Runs
- Manual Machining Skills
Equipment you'll run
- CNC Mill (3-4 axis VMC) (Fanuc, Mazak)
- CNC Lathe (2-4 axis) (Mazak, Samsung, Hyundai - Wia)
- Coordinate Measuring Machine (CMM) (Zeiss)
- Calipers and Micrometers
- Horizontal Machining Center (3-4 axis)
- Vertical Lathe
Legal and compliance
- Eligible to work within the United States