Precision Tool & Die Machinist — CNC Milling & Lathe

Bharat Forge Aluminum USA, Inc.; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Bharat Forge Aluminum USA, Inc. in Kentucky is seeking a skilled CNC machinist to set up, load, and operate EDM and graphite milling machines to produce parts within precise tolerances. You will also set up lathes for training, threading and boring operations, and handle CAM data transfer.

Responsibilities include CAD/CAM data handling, CAD/CAM integration, tool maintenance, forklift and crane operations, and starting machine processes with attention to safety and quality standards.

Qualifications

• Technical or vocational training in machining is required.
• Experience with CNC milling and EDM is preferred.
• Ability to read CAD/CAM data and set up CAM programs.

Responsibilities

• Retrieve program for job and load it to CNC milling machine.
• Set up die block in milling machine to prevent movement during machining.
• Set up cutters and adjust height/length for each job.
• Check depth/width after milling to ensure correct cutter and no pull-down.
• Sharpen cutting tools as needed.
• Transfer CAD/CAM data to machine control (DNC) and generate cutter location files.
• Start machine process and perform basic maintenance on machines.

Skills

CNC programming

Machine setup

CAD/CAM data transfer

CAM data generation

DNC transfer

Tool grinder

Forklift operation

Overhead crane operation

Quality inspection

Maintenance

Education

Technical/Vocational Certification in Machining

Tools

CNC milling machine

CNC lathe

DNC data transfer

CAM data generation

CAD data transfer

Tool grinder

Forklift

Overhead crane

Job description

Bharat Forge Aluminum USA, Inc. in Kentucky is seeking a skilled CNC machinist to set up, load, and operate EDM and graphite milling machines to produce parts within precise tolerances. You will also set up lathes for training, threading and boring operations, and handle CAM data transfer.

Responsibilities include CAD/CAM data handling, CAD/CAM integration, tool maintenance, forklift and crane operations, and starting machine processes with attention to safety and quality standards.