What are the responsibilities and job description for the Machinist - First and Second Shift position at Vault Pressure Control?
Description
CNC machinists work with computer numeric controlled (CNC) heavy machinery from setup to operation to produce parts and tools from metal, plastic or other materials. The position follows standard work methods and practices safe work habits to ensure production is as efficient and safe as possible.
Essential Functions
CNC machinists work with computer numeric controlled (CNC) heavy machinery from setup to operation to produce parts and tools from metal, plastic or other materials. The position follows standard work methods and practices safe work habits to ensure production is as efficient and safe as possible.
Essential Functions
- Generate CNC programs for various customer jobs
- Verify and record part dimensions and adjust machines accordingly to obtain desired finalized product.
- Ability to edit programs and adjust for offsets.
- Proficient at using measurement tools such as calipers, mics and depth gauges.
- Knowledge of reading blueprints and sketch interpretations to ensure proper fit and finish to parts
- Skilled at identifying and measuring appropriate surface finishes
- Create CNC codes manually and with Esprit Software
- Modify existing programs to enhance efficiency and reduce cycle
- times
- Analyze drawings to determine cutting tools, machine speeds and feed rates
- Ability to work overtime with little or no notice
- Work with tooling vendors and engineering dept. to stay up to date on new technologies.
- Assist other departments as needed.
- Adhere to all existing processes and procedures to maintain API standards
- Assist in identifying causes of non-conforming parts
- Identify and adhere to all HSE policies and practices without prompting
- Works in a safe manner in compliance with VPC safety processes and procedures.
- Frequent standing for long periods of time, bending, reaching and lifting
- Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds.
- Ability to rework damaged parts work under general supervision
- Other duties as assigned by management
- High school diploma or GED.
- Authorized to work in the US
- CNC Programming certificate
- Good working knowledge of machine programing required
- Good working knowledge of machining terminology
- Good working knowledge and practice in the use of precision measurement tools.
- Demonstrated good customer service skills - communication skills, positive interpersonal and problem-solving skills.
- At least 3 years previous experience.
- Knowledge of Lean Methods and practice is a plus
- Regular exposure to moving mechanical components, airborne fumes, and particles
- Exposure to heat, cold, wet and snow conditions
- Moderate to loud noise levels