CNC Machinist

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Setup, adjust and operate machine tools in order to perform precision machining operations while holding close tolerance dimensions with minimal assistance.
• Machine prototype parts with minimal assistance
• Read, interpret and work from complex engineering blueprints - both metric and imperial standards. Understanding of GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing).
• Calculate dimensions and tolerances using knowledge of mathematics (geometry, trigonometry) and part drawings standards.
• Use measuring gauges including, micrometers, calipers, height gauge, depth gauge, bore gauges, etc. to inspect manufactured parts in order to ensure adherence to drawing tolerances.
• Proficiency in reading CNC programs (G & M code). Some shop floor programming required.
• Accurately diagnose tool wear by visual inspection or listening to process. Make required tool adjustments / changes.
• Ensure adherence to routed hours and target efficiencies for production for maximum utilization.
• Provide feedback on equipment, tooling, fixtures and work holding solutions to reduce setup times and eliminate scrap / rework.

Recommend modifications for improved efficiency in assigned areas.

• Work closely with Production supervisors, Quality and Maintenance personnel to proactively prevent problems with machining cells and tooling / fixtures, and to identify ways to improve efficiency, cost and safety.
• Minimum qualifications : To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.

The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and / or ability required.

Technical or Functional Knowledge

• Manual and CNC Machine Set Up :
• Set up and indicate jaws.
• Select the insert for each application.
• Adjust offsets for tools and to avoid crashing machine.
• Interpret program coordinates and how they relate to the zero location of the jaws.
• Select a program from the directory and download to machine.
• Identifies Errors.
• Preset tools check for tool wear, breakage and / or tool life monitoring system.
• Must have the following knowledge :
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide. Ability to perform these operations using English and Metric units of measure as well as converting between the two.
• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence and memos. Ability to write short correspondence.Â
• Ability to read and comprehend material data sheets.
• Ability to follow ISO-9001 work instructions and comply with ISO-4500 Safety Guidelines.

Requirements

Education and / or Experience

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED).
• 5 years of experience setting up and operating a mix of manual and CNC machines in a fast paced work environment.
• Working knowledge of oil and gas industry as well as reciprocating compressors.

Language Skills

• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence and memos.
• Ability to write short correspondence.
• Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients and other employees of the organization desired.
• Must be able to communicate effectively in English.

Reasoning Ability

• Ability to apply common sense and understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions.
• Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.

Computer Skills

Basic computer skills

Physical Demands

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand, walk, hear, speak, view processes and surrounding environment, and occasionally lift and / or move up to 50 pounds.

Work Schedule

Employee must be willing to work overtime when needed in relation to work loads and or customer's needs. This could include 12 hour days as well as weekend work.

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