CNC Set Up Machinist

Responsibilities and Duties Required 

• Visually inspect equipment, fixtures, gauges and cutting tools prior to starting any shop order.

• Upload and download programs per CNC Software Control 

• Comply with all quality policies, specifications, regulations, and instructions.
• Perform all tasks in a safe and reasonable manner according to the Shapes Employee Handbook.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment and contribute to Shapes’ 6S program and Lean concepts.
• Inspect all work performed by utilizing gauging and measurement instruments called out on the Inspection Record Sheets.
• Ensure that inspection tools being used are up to date on calibration.
• Identify, prepare, and load fixtures and cutting tools into the CNC machine. 
• Train co-workers in various aspects of the shop.
• Perform any other related duties as required.

Qualifications and Skills Required 

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills are required. 
• Possess knowledge of CNC equipment capabilities and the ability to perform daily maintenance for the machines.

• Ability to work independently or in a team environment.
• Ability to stay focused, adapt to change, and pay close attention to detail.
• Ability to understand how to touch-off tools and replace inserts and endmills and follow set-up sheets.
• Ability to accept criticism and deal calmly and effectively with stressful situations.
• Ability to perform mid-level math skills efficiently and accurately (including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division using whole numbers, fractions, and decimals)
• Ability to use various inspection equipment. (Calipers, Micrometers, gage pins and height gages etc.)
• Ability to read and follow company processes, policies, and procedures.
• Ability to multitask, work effectively and efficiently to shop order standards.
• Ability to operate manual bridge ports and lathes. 
• Must have knowledge and understanding of GD&T.
• Must be proficient in reading and understanding dimensional prints.
• Possess a working knowledge of machining various types of materials such as aluminum, steel, stainless steels, Inconel etc.
• Must be able to communicate and read English proficiently.

Job, Working Conditions and Physical Requirements

Physical Demands:

• Must be able to lift, move, transport and load items across the building up to 50 pounds at times. 
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to remain in a stationary position and constantly re-position self to perform required tasks. 
• Constantly operate machinery required for this job.   
• May be required to work on slippery and uneven surfaces. 
• May be exposed to physical hazards from moving equipment, heavy equipment, and machine parts.
• Specific coordination is necessary to operate computers and various pieces of equipment. 
• May work in close proximity to others.

Visual Acuity:

• Visual acuity of 20/20 or corrected.
• Close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, and the ability to adjust focus.
• Ability to read computer screen and documents.

Hearing Ability:

• Normal hearing or corrected to normal. 
• Ability to monitor machine sounds to identify and diagnose changes to take appropriate action. 

Working Conditions:

• Factory environment.
• Occasional work outside normal business hours.
• High noise levels from operating machines.
• Physical hazards from moving equipment and machine parts.
• Breathing fumes, dust, and mist.
• Skin exposure to chemicals associated with manufacturing.