CNC Machinist

Job Description

Job Description

We are seeking experienced CNC Machinists and CNC Large Lathe Operators to work at a fabricator of metal machinery and parts in Westbrook, Maine.

Pay starts at $28.00-$34.00 per hour, depending on experience, with openings on 1st shift 8 : 00am-5 : 00pm. Employees are eligible to enroll in our Medical, Dental, Vision, and other benefit plans after 60 days of employment.

Required Skills / Experience / Training :

• High School Diploma or GED / equivalent; 2-year technical college degree preferred
• Minimum 5 years’ related machine tool trade experience
• Experience with horizontal milling machines
• Ability to read, interpret, and follow blueprints and routings
• Knowledge of proper use of measuring tools / gauges and cutting tools

Large Lathe Qualifications :

• Minimum 5 years’ related CNC large lathe experience preferred
• Spray welding experience a plus
• Ability to program on the machine using Fanuc control
• Experience with rigging using large bridge cranes

Essential Qualities :

• Outstanding organizational, problem solving, and analytical skills
• Ability to work on complex projects with general direction and minimal guidance
• Flexibility and willingness to work within constantly changing priorities with enthusiasm

The CNC Machinist is responsible for performing precision machining operations to produce high-quality parts by programming, setting up, and operating a computer numerical controlled (CNC) machine.

The CNC Machinist troubleshoots, diagnoses, and makes mechanical adjustments and repairs as needed and inspects products to blueprint specifications

The Large Lathe Machinist operates a CNC large lathe machine, turning precision parts up to 63 inches in diameter x 40 feet long.

The Large Lathe Machinist also troubleshoots, diagnoses, and makes mechanical adjustments and repairs as needed and inspects products to blueprint specifications.

Primary Job Functions :

• Plans machining by studying work orders, blueprints, engineering plans, materials, and specifications
• Determines the fixtures, attachments, and tools necessary to complete jobs according to specifications and mount them to machine prior to beginning cutting
• Programs, sets-up, and operates mills and lathes by entering instructions and monitoring operations
• Verifies incoming work orders for correct material
• Maintains specifications by observing machines operations; taking measurements; detecting malfunctions; troubleshooting processes;

adjusting and reprogramming controls, adhering to quality assurance procedures and processes

• Monitors machine temperatures, ensures that machine has adequate warm-up and cool-down time between jobs and replaces coolant periodically
• Calculates requirements using basic math, geometry, and trigonometry
• Maintains continuity among work shifts by documenting and communicating actions
• Recognizes improper machine functioning and defects in machinery, measuring instruments or equipment and immediately addresses the problem
• Maintains equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements
• Uses a wide variety of precision measuring instruments; maintains accurate dimensional tolerances based upon drawings
• Maintains safe operation by adhering to safety procedures and protocols.
• Documents actions by completing production and quality logs
• Functions autonomously and in a team environment
• Maintains a clean and safe working area.

Additional Duties Large Lathe Machinist

• Plans machining by studying work orders, blueprints, engineering plans, CAD files, materials, specifications, orthographic drawings, reference planes, locations of surfaces, and machining parameters
• Sets-up CNC lathes by installing and adjusting three- and four-jaw chucks, tools, attachments, collets, bushings, and stops using appropriate gauges and fixtures to check and assure all work and dimensional specs are met

Company Description

We are HW Staffing, and our mission is to Connect Great People with Great Companies. Collectively, we are revolutionizing how staffing services support the employee and client.

HW Staffing jobs encompass meaningful work, a sense of purpose with career development, and a welcoming community. Our jobs inspire and reward independence.

Our organizational culture of teamwork and inclusivity supports our spirit and commitment to helping people. Together we can help people find meaningful work - we’re just getting started #wearehwstaffing

Company Description

We are HW Staffing, and our mission is to Connect Great People with Great Companies. Collectively, we are revolutionizing how staffing services support the employee and client.

HW Staffing jobs encompass meaningful work, a sense of purpose with career development, and a welcoming community. Our jobs inspire and reward independence.

Our organizational culture of teamwork and inclusivity supports our spirit and commitment to helping people. Together we can help people find meaningful work - we’re just getting started #wearehwstaffing