CNC Machinist - 2nd shift

Lou-Rich is a fully integrated contract manufacturer specializing in complex projects, providing precision machining, metal fabrication, assembly, and sourcing solutions to industries including some of North America’s largest OEMs.

About the role

As a CNC Machine Operator, you will operate and maintain computer-controlled machinery to produce high-quality precision parts. Your expertise in programming, setting up, and operating CNC machines will ensure efficient and accurate production processes.

Responsibilities

• Operate CNC machine tools with single and/or multiple spindles in a safe manner.
• Monitor and control the quality of machining processes using hand inspection equipment.
• Maintain production processes and work within established efficiencies for the product.
• Use machine controls to cycle through production operations, set-up, adjust tool positions, and change tools.
• Change and set up tools in tool holders using tool presetting equipment.
• Perform first piece sample inspection according to the operation control plan.
• Monitor part dimensions through continuous checking of part features and process control tools using qualified measuring devices.
• Maintain all lubricants and coolants on the machine used in daily operation.
• Maintain a clean and efficient work area.
• Operate common machine shop equipment and hand tools skillfully.
• Operate overhead hoist/crane to assist with lifting parts into and out of fixtures.
• Perform math skills including addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, and conversions between decimals, fractions, and metric/English units.
• Read and interpret blueprints.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Pass a pre-employment screening, including a drug screen.
• Ability to stand for most of the day, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls, and reach with hands and arms.
• Frequent walking, sitting, stooping, kneeling, or crouching.
• Capability to lift and move up to 15 pounds regularly and up to 50 pounds frequently.
• Specific vision abilities including close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, and depth perception.
• Work near moving mechanical parts and electrically activated devices.
• Occasional exposure to airborne particles.
• Overtime may be required during busy production periods.

Training

• Complete applicable training within the first 60 days, including Human Resources, Safety, IFS (Time clock and Navigation), ISO, Inspection Hand Tools, Inspection Forms, CMM, and Technical training.
• Follow the department training matrix for CNC operations.
• Effectiveness of training will be determined by employee knowledge and demonstration of learned concepts.
• Additional training may be provided at the 60-day review or as needed.

Physical Demands

The role requires regular use of hands or fingers, talking, and hearing. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Work Environment

The work environment includes exposure to moving mechanical parts and occasional airborne particles. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.