Overview:  

BluePrint Automation (BPA) is the world leader in innovative packaging automation solutions. Our mission is to deliver solutions that offer true flexibility in real world production environments.  

Backed by thousands of successful installations in over 30 countries, BPA has three full-service manufacturing facilities in the USA and Europe, two additional facilities in Hangzhou China and São Paulo Brazil and eight additional subsidiaries throughout the world for sales and service.  

We know it is our reputation that makes us successful; starting from initial contact through project management, including our 24/7 after sales service and support. We remain committed to being your long-term partner for innovative end-of-line turn-key packaging automation solutions for primary and secondary packages. 

We are currently seeking CNC Machinists for second shift at our South Chesterfield, VA location.  

Duties include but are not limited to: 

Read and understand blueprints, job routings, tooling instructions, and standard charts for such specifications as dimensions, tolerances, holding fixtures, cutting speeds, feed rates, and cutting tools to be used.

Follow established fabrication procedures and standards.

Give feedback on programming or setup changes.

Position, load, secure, and set tools while understanding run out, tool length, stick outs, and proper holder based on what the tool is doing.

Load and send programs.

Recognize, understand and properly adjust dull or chipped tooling.

Set, index, and adjust work offsets of tools, tool wear lengths, and cutter compensation. .

Perform Quality Control Characteristics documentation of tolerance zones specified on blueprints.

Set up and operate machine tools which would include 4th axis machines and 5th axis machines.

Set up and operate machine tools and machines, make fixtures, and assemble fixtures- for experimental purposes.

Modify tools as needed.

Other duties as assigned.  

Education/ Experience & Qualifications: 

Minimum of a high school diploma plus 1-3 years of experience in a machine shop environment required. However, a combination of education and experience will be taken into consideration.  

Journeyman card preferred.  

Must have strong organizational skills and attention to detail. 

Strong ability to multi-task, prioritize and adapt to shifting priorities. 

Applicants must have exceptional problem solving and decision making skills and the ability to think independently. 

High awareness of client satisfaction level and client needs. 

Demonstrated ability to calculate speed and feed values for various materials. 

Understanding of G and M codes, machine and fixture set-up, canned cycles, work offset coordinate system. 

Ability to read and understand prints and tolerances. 

Applicants must possess the ability to use measuring instruments such as- outside micrometers, bore micrometer, height and bore gauge, calipers, gauge pins and indicators. 

Ability to determine sequence of operations to efficiently manufacture parts start to finish. 

Must possess understanding of basic machine implements- keys, threads, bearing fit and bushings as well as basic geometry. 

High result orientation and cost sensitivity. 

Applicants must be capable of working under tight time constraints in a high volume environment with multiple priorities.  

The successful candidate will have a strong work ethic and good problem-solving skills and be able to interact efficiently with others.  

At this time, BPA will not sponsor a new applicant for employment authorization for this position. 

BPA prides itself on the quality of its employees and as such, candidates who receive an employment offer will be required to successfully pass a drug screen and a background check. 

BPA offers an opportunity to grow and develop your career in an environment that provides a fulfilling workplace for employees, creates an environment for continuous learning, and embraces the ideas and diversity of others. In addition, we offer a robust benefits package including a majority employer paid employee health, dental, vision, life and disability; 12 days’ vacation and 3 days sick during the first year of employment, as well as 401(k) with a 6% match. 

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, pregnancy, race, color, creed, religion, national origin, age, disability status, protected veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other legally protected status.  

BPA is an Equal Opportunity Employer, Minorities/Female/Disabled/Veteran.