Senior CNC Machinist

Patriot Machine, Inc.; Saint Charles (MO); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Patriot Machine, Inc. in St. Charles, MO is seeking a Senior CNC Machinist to set up and operate CNC milling machines and machine centers to manufacture aerospace-grade parts.

The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of CNC machining experience, strong blueprint reading skills, and the ability to program and verify NC code. This full-time role offers comprehensive benefits and opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• Reads and interprets prints and data to determine tooling, setup, and machining methods.
• Strong blueprint reading and use of technical data.
• Knowledge of machining materials and industrial math for tolerances.

Responsibilities

• Reads and interprets prints, travelers, and related data to determine tooling requirements and setup procedures.
• Sets up and aligns tooling, attachments, and work piece on the machine.
• Verifies and installs cutting tools; inspects tooling for condition.
• Downloads NC program.
• Sets machine controls for spindle position and cutting parameters.
• Communicates with supervisor or programming staff to resolve issues.
• Operates machines to high efficiency.
• Changes cutting tools and checks conformity to print specifications.
• Inspects/measures parts for conformance.
• Performs preventive maintenance as required.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Industrial math

Machinability of materials

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Vocational Training/Machine Tool Technology

Tools

NC programming knowledge

Precision measuring instruments

Job description

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Senior CNC Machinist

Full-time Regular St. Charles, MO, US

2 days ago Requisition ID: 7200

Sets up and operates CNC milling machines and machine centers to perform various functions, such as cutting, drilling, milling, reaming, and boring of metals. The successful candidate must demonstrate knowledge of machine tool capabilities, machinability of materials, blueprint reading, and industrial math.
Responsibilities:

• Reads and interprets prints, travelers, sketches, and related technical data to determine tooling requirements, set up procedures, control settings, and machining methods and sequences
• Secures and aligns tooling, attachments, and work piece on the machine
• Verifies and installs cutting tools in machine. Inspects tooling for proper condition
• Downloads NC program
• Sets machine controls to position spindle in relationship to work piece and to regulate factors, such as cutting depth, speed, feed, and coolant flow
• Communicates with supervisor or programming associates to resolve program or machining problems
• Operates machines to the highest level of efficiency
• Changes cutting tools as needed and sets up according to required machining sequence or to measure parts for conformance to print specifications, using precision measuring instruments
• Inspects and measures parts for conformance to specifications
• Performs preventive maintenance as required

Requirements:

• Minimum High School education or equivalent
• Vocational Training/Machine Tool Technology or equivalent preferred
• Minimum of 5 years CNC machining experience
• Must be a U.S. Person

Company Profile:

Patriot Machine, Inc. is a technologically advanced aerospace manufacturer headquartered in St. Charles, Missouri. We supply complex structural parts and assemblies made from aluminum, titanium and steel to America’s largest aircraft manufacturers. Our culture of innovation and continuous improvement attracts skilled workers who are looking for a challenge. We offer opportunities to learn, grow and help shape the future of aerospace by applying innovative approaches to problem-solving.

Patriot Machine is a woman-owned business currently consisting of over 190 employees and 277,000 square feet of manufacturing and office space. We recently expanded into a new advanced manufacturing facility with ample space for further growth. We provide employees the opportunity to work alongside industry experts at an ultramodern manufacturing company.

Patriot Machine offers an excellent benefits package including health, dental, vision, life/disability, 401(k) with employer contributions, paid vacation and holidays.