CNC Machinist III

About the role

The Computer Numerical Control (CNC) Machinist III role produces precision machined components to engineering specifications. This position plays a crucial role in ensuring our custom-made parts are ready for the production floor at the highest quality, while maintaining the safety and quality standards upheld by company procedures and guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Perform all work in a manner that is safe for you and fellow team members and is compliant with Vitesse System safety policies.
• Follow all quality procedures, work instructions, and documents pertaining to your job and department.
• Log in to job operation promptly after assignment and log out upon completion including quantity completed.
• Verify that all company and personal inspection equipment and tools being used are in calibration.
• Responsible for keeping the machine and the immediate area clean.
• Clean the chips from machine at the end of your shift, or when the job is finished.
• Verify that material and paperwork for the job being performed is correct.
• Follow machine warm-up and cool-down protocols at beginning of the day and between jobs.
• Verify that there are no chips on either the jaws/fixture or on the part/material to be machined.
• Load the part/material, verify that the part is properly seated in the fixture/jaws, snug against any spotters prior to clamping or tightening of the jaws.
• Unload parts from the machine, deburr and remove FOD.
• Inspect all finished products for precision and accuracy to part drawing & workmanship specifications to ensure product quality and uphold company reputation.
• Identify non-conformance, if discovered, notify your supervisor so that it can be documented, identified, dispositioned, and segregated from the remainder of the lot.
• Identify discrepant material left in your work area, notify your supervisor so that it can be dispositioned and segregated prior to the next job.
• Perform daily, weekly, and monthly maintenance tasks to ensure machine longevity, including lubrication, cleaning, and tool replacement.
• Total quantity count must be written on the route sheet along with MDR numbers, Team Member number, and the date.
• Notify supervisor immediately of any problems or safety concerns preferably before or any point during an operation or work activity.
• Set part fixture in machine, tram and zero out datum according to program and/or setup sheet.
• Select tooling from program and/or setup sheets and set heights of cutting tools.
• Load tools into machine per program sequence and set offsets.
• Walk part through program checking features as the program runs and make appropriate adjustments to bring the part in specification sufficient to submit first piece.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area.
• Perform all functions of the job while adhering to established quality policies and procedures.
• Uphold the company core values.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED).
• Minimum of 5 years progressive experience CNC type machine setup & operation & diagnostics.
• 5-7-year related experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience in an AS9100 environment preferred.
• Ability to speak and understand basic safety and manufacturing instructions.
• Ability to add and subtract two-digit numbers.
• Ability to multiply and divide with 10’s and 100’s.
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions.
• Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.
• Authorization to work in the United States.
• Ability to operate the various machines within the department with minimal instruction.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Must be able to read and understand drawings, blueprints and specifications.
• Must be able to inspect the parts they are machining.
• Ability to measure with vernier caliper, micrometers and height gauges.
• Must be able to follow instructions and procedures and work with minimal supervision.
• Strong communication, both written and oral, and problem-solving skills.
• Must be adaptable to a changing work environment and competing demands.
• Excellent problem-solving skills.
• Additional Information: Actively supports and complies with Vitesse Systems objectives, guidelines and commitment to Quality and Safety, with an emphasis on continual improvement, transparency, and collaboration.
• Must be able to interact effectively and cooperatively with Team Members at all levels.
• Must have the ability to complete assignments within the timeframes specified by the Manager.
• Must be flexible regarding working hours and overtime.
• Must be able to work overtime in the evenings and weekends, with or without advanced notice.
• Must be able to operate in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple projects simultaneously.