CNC Machinist Journeyman

Reports to: Machinist Lead

Responsibilities

• Prepare and load raw materials and parts onto the machine
• Check and change parts on fixture and vice
• Oversee machines while they execute tasks
• Perform blueprint math: stacked tolerance, edge distance
• Follow procedures, work instructions, and select proper tools
• Use precision measuring devices
• Make tool offset changes to meet tolerance of part features
• Perform various CNC machining operations on CNC mill and lathe
• Support equipment such as Bridgeport mill, manual lathe, and grinders as required
• Utilize general knowledge and understanding of CAD/CAM systems
• Use blueprints and design sketches to ensure proper dimensions and tolerance levels of the finished product
• Update and follow setup sheets
• Set up mill attachments such as 4th and 5th axis
• Perform mathematical calculations related to SFPM, RPM, feed rates, and chip load
• Program simple parts
• Demonstrate knowledge of G&M code
• Take direction from leads
• Work with and mentor operators and machinists
• Set up machines for operators and mentor machinists and operators
• Support welding and sheet metal with tooling as needed
• Design tooling as needed for specific jobs
• Create fixtures
• Program parts to finish on 3-axis and 4-axis setups, including positional programming
• Edit programs by hand on machine control
• Perform any other duties as required by the organization

Requirements

• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• Mechanically inclined
• Ability to follow instructions and be proficient in CAD/CAM programs
• Safety conscious
• Experience making and programming R&D and first article parts
• 6+ years of experience in machining processes
• Experience in SolidWorks and CAMWorks is a plus
• CNC and SolidWorks/CAMWorks programming training as required