What are the responsibilities and job description for the CNC Machinist position at Food Management Search?
This position supports daily production by setting up and operating CNC and conventional machining equipment to fabricate metallic and nonmetallic parts. The role requires a strong quality-focused and continuous improvement mindset and involves working with a variety of materials, components, and special customer-specific setups.
Duties:
Including but not limited to:
- Set up and operate CNC mills, CNC lathes, and conventional machining equipment.
- Program and edit machine operations using M-code, G-code, and conversational programming languages.
- Machine a variety of materials including steel, stainless steel, aluminum, and plastics.
- Study blueprints, drawings, sketches, specifications, manuals, and sample parts to determine machining requirements.
- Measure, mark, and scribe dimensions and reference points on materials and workpieces.
- Select, align, and secure fixtures, cutting tools, attachments, accessories, and materials.
- Calculate and adjust machining factors including speeds, feeds, coolant flow, depth of cut, and tool paths.
- Monitor machine performance, identify issues, and make adjustments to maintain quality and accuracy.
- Verify finished parts meet dimensional and quality specifications.
- Conduct machine trial runs to confirm setup accuracy and program functionality.
- Assemble components and verify proper fit, dimensions, and alignment.
- Collaborate with engineering, production, programming, and other departments to resolve manufacturing issues.
- Build fixtures for drilling, milling, and turning operations.
- Review engineering, sales, and manufacturing information to ensure product accuracy and compliance with customer requirements.
- Communicate product changes and corrections to appropriate departments to maintain consistency and quality.
- Support and sustain 5S initiatives and continuous improvement efforts.
- Follow quality, environmental, health, and safety policies and procedures.
Skills and Qualifications:
- Ability to independently set up and operate CNC and conventional machining equipment.
- Experience programming and troubleshooting CNC machinery.
- Strong understanding of machining processes, tooling, fixtures, and workholding methods.
- Ability to read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, and specifications.
- Strong mathematical aptitude including geometry, trigonometry, fractions, ratios, and tolerances.
- Experience calculating speeds, feeds, chip loads, and machining parameters.
- Knowledge of tooling geometry, surface finishes, and tolerance fits.
- Ability to sharpen drills and tooling used in machining operations.
- Experience with single-point threading, including internal, external, and taper pipe threads.
- Ability to layout and measure bolt circles, coordinates, slots, and related features.
- Strong problem-solving, analytical, and troubleshooting skills.
- Effective verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship.
- Ability to adapt to changing priorities and production demands.
- Familiarity with the Machinist's Handbook and ability to reference machining information as needed.
- Experience in a quality-focused manufacturing environment preferred.
Education and Experience:
- Associate's Degree in Machine Tool Technology, Tool and Die Technology, or a related technical field preferred.
- Completion of a Certified Apprenticeship Program is acceptable in place of a degree.
- Minimum of 3-5 years of machining experience in a manufacturing or job shop environment preferred.
- Equivalent combinations of education, training, and experience will be considered.
Minimum Tool Requirements:
- 6" machinist scale
- 6" dial or digital caliper
- 0-3" micrometer set
- 12" machinist combination square set
- Telescoping gauges (1/2" - 6")
- Transfer punch set
- Prick and center punch set
- Carbide scribe
- 12' tape measure
- Scientific calculator
- Dead blow hammer
- Brass hammer
- 12" crescent wrench
- End wrenches (7/16" - 1")
- Dial indicator with magnetic base
- Edge finder
- Screwdriver set
- Ball peen hammer
- Machinist's Handbook
- Allen wrench sets (SAE and Metric)
- Thread pitch gauge
- Indicator and holder (Indicol)Deburring tool
- Roll-around toolbox
Disclaimer: Please note that we are unable to provide job sponsorships, including, but not limited to, visas, corp-to-corp arrangements (C2C), or any other form of sponsorship for employment. All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for sponsorship now or in the future.