About the Role
The Level 4 CNC Milling Machinist performs detailed machine setups on 3, 4, and 5 axis CNC Milling Machines. This role requires strong skills in setup and troubleshooting, performing necessary inspection steps, and working with minimum supervision to create high-quality products. The position also involves operating production of complex products and providing training to less experienced machinists.
Responsibilities
- Performing machine setups quickly, accurately, and efficiently on all 3, 4, and 5 Axis milling equipment
- Loading, proving out, and maintenance of CNC programs, including suggesting improvements to CNC programs and fixturing
- Operating machines to produce production runs of parts, including operating controls, setting offsets, and performing simple edits
- Inspecting parts for conformance to requirements of Process / Inspection sheets and customer drawings
- Communicating with supervisor, engineers, production control, quality, and other shop personnel for assignments and to report machining, equipment, or quality issues
- Keeping equipment and work area clean and orderly, and performing basic preventative maintenance functions on equipment
- Maintaining lot control and quality standards through understanding of the Quality Management System
- Monitoring and documenting operational and performance issues and providing feedback to supervisor
- Developing and maintaining effective working relationships with peers, supervisors, and other staff
- Adhering and complying with state and federal law, the Company AS9100 quality program and procedures, Company policies, and Safety and Environmental regulations
- Performing other duties as directed by supervisor
Requirements
- Proficient knowledge and application of precision measuring instruments including Micro-Height Gages, Micrometers, Calipers, Depth gages, Indicators, and Dial Bore Gages
- Strong skills inspecting and verifying finished products
- G & M code fluency and ability to edit programs
- Knowledge of reading drawings and specifications with an understanding of geometric tolerance and dimensions
- Knowledge of tool holders, cutting tools, boring bars, fixtures, inserts, and other accessories used on various machines
- Ability to follow written and oral instructions
- Strong verbal communication and problem-solving skills
- Attention to detail and ability to deal with complexity
- Capability of working in a customer-focused, deadline-driven environment while maintaining a positive attitude
- Willingness to learn with and from peers, engineering, and programming teams to improve operations
- Willingness to run multiple machines independently or in a team environment
- Must be able to lift 25 pounds
Skills
- CNC Milling
- Machine Setup
- Troubleshooting
- Inspection
- CNC Programming (G&M Code)
- Precision Measuring Instruments
- Blueprint Reading
- Geometric Tolerance and Dimensions
- Tool Holders
- Cutting Tools
- Boring Bars
- Fixtures
- Verbal Communication
- Problem-Solving
- Attention to Detail
- Teamwork
- CNC Turning (a plus)
Location
- Kensington, CT
Work Type
- Full-time
Experience Level
- Minimum of 5 years CNC milling machine experience
- Level 4 Machinist
Education Level
- High School Diploma or GED
- Technical/Vocational training welcome
About the Company
- AMCO PRECISION TOOLS LLC is located in Kensington, CT.
