What are the responsibilities and job description for the CNC Machinist position at Research Tool Corporation?
CNC Machinist
Research Tool Corporation is seeking an experienced CNC Machinist to join our team in Ovid, Michigan.
We are a precision machine shop specializing in custom parts, fixtures, gages, tooling, and prototypes for customers across a variety of industries. This position is ideal for a skilled machinist who is comfortable working independently, setting up jobs, reading prints, and producing high-quality parts in a low-volume/custom manufacturing environment.
Schedule
- Full-time, Monday through Friday
- Typically 50 hours per week
- Overtime may vary depending on workload and production needs
Responsibilities
- Set up and operate CNC mills and lathes to produce precision components
- Read and interpret blueprints, drawings, specifications, and GD&T
- Determine proper tooling, offsets, speeds, feeds, and machining parameters
- Set tools, establish work offsets, and make tool compensation adjustments as needed
- Create, edit, execute, and properly store CNC/G-code programs
- Inspect completed parts using micrometers, calipers, gages, and other precision measuring equipment
- Verify dimensions and tolerances throughout the machining process
- Troubleshoot machining, tooling, and dimensional issues
- Document job progress, irregularities, and information needed for continued production
- Maintain quality and safety standards in accordance with company procedures and AS9100 requirements
- Perform routine preventative maintenance on equipment and report non-routine maintenance needs
- Work cooperatively with supervisors and other team members, including assisting or training others when needed
- Perform other related duties as assigned
Qualifications
- Previous experience setting up and operating CNC machining equipment
- Strong knowledge of CNC milling and/or turning
- Ability to independently set up jobs from prints and work instructions
- Ability to read and interpret blueprints and GD&T
- Working knowledge of G-code and CNC programming
- Ability to select, set up, and touch off cutting tools
- Ability to accurately use micrometers, calipers, gages, and other precision measuring equipment
- Strong understanding of machining tolerances and basic shop mathematics
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing quality work
- Ability to work independently, manage priorities, and meet production deadlines
- High school diploma or equivalent
Preferred Experience
Experience in any of the following is a plus, but not required:
- Multi-axis CNC machining
- Grinding
- EDM programming and operation
- Manual milling or turning
- Prototype or low-volume/custom machining
- AS9100, ISO 9001, or another formal quality-management system
Expected hours: 50.0 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person