Job Description
Job Description
Description :
For 65 years, L.A. Gauge Company has set the standard for ultraprecision machining and optics, delivering on time the most reliable, complex, and critical hardware for the aerospace, defense, and nuclear industries. Holding machining tolerances of 40 millionths of an inch and optical flatness to 20th wave, L.A. Gauge Company is committed to delivering to the market ‘American Precision At Its Best’
Position Overview
Our Senior CNC Mill & Lathe Machinist will set up and operate computer numerical control machines to fabricate parts per work
order / drawing requirements in a safety-conscious and quality-focused manner. The role is accountable to load parts in the machine, cycle the machine and detect malfunctions in machine operations, such as worn or damaged cutting tools.
Requirements : Job Qualifications
- High School Diploma or GED
- 5+ years of experience with setting up and operating CNC Mill or CNC Lathe
- machines
- Strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skill
- Ability to read blueprints and has knowledge of GD&T
- Ability to do First Article Inspections
- Ability to maintain close tolerances up to 0.0001 of an inch
- Familiar with Fanuc Controls and Mazak Controls
- Familiar with Doosan, Mazak, Nakamura, Allan Bradley (Lathe)
- Familiar with Mitsui-Seiki, Yasda, Fadal, Haas, Matsura (Mill)
- Ability to use and machine shop tools EX : micrometers, calipers, indicators
- Must have ability to apply basic math skills required
- Able to lift up to 30 lbs. required
- Knowledge of Aerospace standards (ex. AS9100, ISO9001) preferred
Key Responsibilities : (will include but not be limited to)
Determine the fixtures, attachments and tools necessary to complete jobs according to specifications, and set up machineDiscuss job specifications with engineers and supervisors to guarantee consistency between plans and productsModify machine speed, feed rates, tooling and cutting style to ensure precision and accuracy of manufactured partsOversee cutting process, make adjustments throughout each job, catch mistakes as they happen and take necessary measures to eliminate errorsReview and interpret programs, enter them into control outlets before jobs and alter them to correct mistakes when necessaryInspect all finished products for accuracy and uniformity to ensure product quality and uphold company reputationPerform daily, weekly and monthly maintenance tasks to ensure machine longevity,including lubrication, cleaning and tool replacement