About the Role
This role involves programming and operating CNC machines, reviewing CAD models and blueprints, generating and simulating CAM programs, and performing manual machining tasks. The position requires a strong understanding of machining strategies, tool selection, and precision measurement to produce a wide variety of projects and tooling packages.
Responsibilities
- Review CAD models and/or blueprints to determine ideal machining strategy, including tools, speeds, feeds, and work holding techniques.
- Generate programs using CAM (Mastercam) software and run simulations to verify and revise programs for efficiency and quality.
- Perform measurements, cutting, and preparation of raw material stock.
- Set up machines, including tool selection, touch-off, probing, and loading stock into work holding or fixturing.
- Handle multiple unique setups daily or weekly, working on a wide variety of projects versus high-volume production.
- Use precision measuring instruments (scales, calipers, micrometers, indicators) to work within specified tolerances and time constraints.
- Perform final mechanical, plumbing, and pneumatic assembly of tooling packages.
- Communicate with programmers, management, operators, engineering, and Sales.
- Maintain a clean and safe work area and update supplies as needed.
- Comply with the Quality Policy and Quality Management system.
- Observe and follow company safety rules and regulations.
- Work in and contribute to an open team-oriented environment.
- Understand the function of thermoforming tooling as it relates to manufacturing custom thermoformed products, including molds, plug assists, dies, stackers, end-of-arm tooling, seal tooling, and fixturing.
Requirements
- High School Graduate or GED.
- 2 years related experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Formal or On-the-Job Machinist training.
- Ability to read mechanical drawings.
- High level of mechanical aptitude.
- Ability to communicate with management and other coworkers.
- Good math and reasoning abilities.
- Ability to understand and utilize engineering drawings, operating manuals, and blueprints.
- Good manual dexterity for the use of mechanical equipment.
- Protective safety equipment is required.
Skills
- CAM software (Mastercam)
- Milling
- Turning (CNC & Manual machines)
- Precision measuring instruments (scales, calipers, micrometers, indicators)
- CAD software
- SolidWorks (a plus)
- Thermoforming (a plus)
- Computer Aided Manufacturing software
- Computer Aided Design
Location
- Indoors in a traditional office /machine shop setting
Work Type
- Full-time
Experience Level
- 2 years related experience
Education Level
- High School Graduate or GED
- College or Technical training in the application and the use of Computer Aided Manufacturing software
About the Company
- Familiarity with ISO 9001:2015 a plus.
