CNC Lathe Machinist

The Role: The objective of this role is to help make Faith Manufacturing operations run efficiently. This individual should have the ability to work as a team, make decisions about the parts they are handling, and work closely with their supervisor to ensure the proper handling of parts and job duties. Being a friendly, self-motivated team player with strong interpersonal skills is necessary for this role.

Responsibilities:

• Producing machined parts by programming, setting up, and operating a computer numerical control (CNC) mill machine; maintaining quality and safety standards.
• Keep records, maintaining equipment and supplies
• Plan machining by studying work orders, blueprints, engineering plans, materials, specifications, orthographic drawings, reference planes, locations of surfaces, and machining parameters
• Interprets geometric dimensions and tolerances (GD&T)
• Supervise the machines while they execute the tasks and make any necessary adjustments
• Program mills by entering instructions, including zero and reference points; setting tool registers, offsets, compensation, and conditional switches
• Calculates requirements, including basic math, geometry, and trigonometry, proving part programs
• Set-up mills and lathes by installing and adjusting three- and four-jaw chucks, tools, attachments, collets, bushings, cams, gears, stops, and stock pushers; indicating vices; tramming heads and maintaining specifications
• Verify settings by measuring positions, first-run part, and sample workpieces, adhering to international standards
• Maintain specifications by observing drilling, grooving, and cutting, including turning, facing, knurling and thread chasing operations
• Take measurements; detecting malfunctions; troubleshooting processes; adjusting and reprogramming controls; sharpening and replacing worn tools
• Adheres to quality assurance procedures and processes
• Maintain safe operations by adhering to safety procedures and regulations
• In any environment, always follow safety standards and wear proper protective gear
• Maintain equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements; following manufacturer’s instructions; troubleshooting malfunctions
• Check for safety hazards; call for repairs
• Document actions by completing production and quality logs

Essential Duties:

• Maintain production efficiency levels
• Must be able to understand basic CNC machines
• Edit programs for speed and feed Operate CL machines
• Must support other operators
• Must understand customer’s detailed drawings and notify engineers of capability issues
• Communicate, support, and reinforce the values of the organization professionally.
• Work in a team environment and be supportive of all company initiatives
• Maintain a safe and organized work area
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities

Qualifications and Education Requirements:

• High School Diploma/GED
• Numerical control machining skills experience.
• Between 1 + years CNC machine tool Programming & Operating experience
• Must be safety minded and be able to follow safety guidelines
• Must be able to adhere to company policies and procedures
• Ability to communicate with people and follow verbal and written instructions

Work Type: Full time- First and Second Shifts Available

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

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