Title:  Computer Numeric Control (CNC) Operations - Senior

POSITION SUMMARY:

CNC Machinists set up and operate a variety of machine tools (lathes & mills) to cut or grind metal and similar materials into parts or products with precise dimensions. Machinists fabricate parts and/or repair parts for mining or heavy construction equipment, applying knowledge of mechanics, shop mathematics, metal properties, layout, and machining procedures. Machinists study sample parts, blueprints, drawings, and engineering information to determine methods and sequences of operations needed to fabricate parts, and determine part dimensions and tolerances

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

· Safety – conduct all activities in a safe manner, utilizing PPE and adhering to company policy and alerting others regarding potential concerns. Safety is # 1.

· Read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, charts and tables or study sample parts to determine machining operation to be performed, and plan best sequence of operations

· Machine parts to specifications using machine tools such as lathes, milling machines, shapers, or grinders.

· Align and secure holding fixtures, cutting tools, attachments, accessories, and materials onto machines.

· Monitor the feed and speed of machines during the machining process.

· Lay out, measure, and mark metal stock to display placement of cuts.

QUALIFACTIONS:

· Completion of High School or GED equivalent preferred.

· Good knowledge of: methods, tooling, and standard practices for precision machining and millwright trades; ferrous and non-ferrous metal alloys, their physical characteristics and applications required

· Physically ability to lift up to 50 pounds required.

· Two years professional training in a vocational institution, or equivalent journey level experience preferred.

· Any experience is preferred using tools and equipment common in precision machining