cnc machinist

Job Purpose:

Produces machined parts by programming, setting up, and operating a computer numerical control (CNC) machine; maintaining quality and safety standards; keeping records; maintaining equipment and supplies.



Duties:

* Plans machining by studying work orders, blueprints, engineering plans, materials, specifications, orthographic drawings, reference planes, locations of surfaces, and machining parameters.


 

* Programs mills and/or lathes by entering instructions, including zero and reference points; setting tool registers, offsets, and compensation; calculating requirements, including basic math; proving part programs.



* Sets-up mills and/or lathes by installing and adjusting three-jaw chucks, tools, attachments, collets, bushings, stops, and stock pushers; indicating vices; tramming heads.



* Loads feed mechanism by lifting stock into position.



* Verifies settings by measuring positions, first-run part, and sample workpieces.



* Maintains specifications by observing drilling, grooving, and cutting, including turning, facing, knurling and thread chasing operations; taking measurements; detecting malfunctions; troubleshooting processes; adjusting and reprogramming controls; sharpening and replacing worn tools; adhering to quality assurance procedures and processes.



* Maintains safe operations by adhering to safety procedures and regulations.



* Maintains equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements; following manufacturer's instructions.


 

* Maintains continuity among work shifts by documenting and communicating actions, irregularities, and continuing needs.



* Documents actions by completing production and quality logs.



* Updates job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities; reading technical publications.



Skills/Qualifications:

Conceptual Skills, Process Improvement, Verbal Communication, Functional and Technical Skills, Controls and Instrumentation, Supply Management, Tooling, Coordination, Attention to Detail, Judgment