Weekend CNC Machinist II

About the role

This CNC Machinist position is skilled to set up, adjust and operate lapping and grinding machines and special types of machine tools. The role performs diversified machining operations largely on standard work having tolerance and finish specifications, requiring a general knowledge of machining practices and techniques.

Responsibilities

• Work from drawings, sketches and specifications to complete various machining operations.
• Perform machine set‑ups to obtain close tolerances, fitting and alignment of machined parts.
• Obtain required inspections on first pieces of a run according to prescribed procedure and perform inspections on work‑in‑progress using a wide variety of measuring devices.
• Complete and maintain all necessary records of time, part counts, first‑piece inspections, requisition forms, etc., for each job.
• Make jigs, fixtures or other specialized non‑production devices as qualified and assigned.
• Acquire raw material, supplies, tools, etc., when necessary.
• Maintain work area in a clean, safe, and orderly fashion and conform to all quality procedures and standards.
• Perform routine preventative maintenance of machines according to the PM schedule.
• Troubleshoot drawings, machining, tooling, programming, material, etc., and make competent decisions pertaining to the job at hand.
• Utilize Geometric Dimension & Tolerance as called out on print.
• Provide guidance and training to lower‑level machinists.

Minimum Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to measure parts using micrometers, calipers, or other measuring tools.
• Ability to read and interpret drawings and blueprints.
• Minimum five (5) years of machining experience.

Preferred Experience, Skills, and Abilities

• Clear oral and written communication.
• Strong organization skills; ability to keep area clean to 5S standards.
• Prior shop or mechanical experience.
• Meets productivity standards by completing work in a timely manner.

Physical Effort and Hazards

The position requires frequent walking, standing, reaching, and bending. Periodic lifting of moderate to heavy items may be required. Good hand/eye coordination is essential. Normal operations require eye protection, steel‑toed footwear, and occasionally hand protection. The work environment is a typical machine shop with periodic noise and limited disagreeable factors.

Schedule

Shift: Friday, Saturday, Sunday.