CNC Set-Up Machinist 2nd Shift

This is a hands-on role that will set up and operate CNC mills and lathes create and modify programs troubleshoot machining challenges and ensure finished parts meet demanding quality specifications. An important part of this position is training team members improving production efficiency and maintaining safe reliable machining operations.

** This position is eligible for a $1500 sign on bonus ($750 at 90 days $750 at 180 days) **

Shift:  Monday - Thursday 3:00 pm - 1:00 am

Day-to-Day

• Set Up & Operate CNC Equipment: Independently set up and operate CNC mills and lathes ensuring efficient production and consistent part quality.
• Program & Optimize: Write edit and modify CNC programs at the machine to improve machining efficiency optimize cutting paths and reduce cycle times.
• Deliver Precision: Interpret blueprints technical drawings and production orders to manufacture parts with multiple dimensions and tight tolerances.
• Inspect & Verify: Perform accurate first-piece and final inspections using calibrated measuring instruments maintaining required documentation and quality records.
• Solve Technical Challenges: Select appropriate tooling troubleshoot material and tooling failures identify drawing discrepancies and make necessary machining adjustments.
• Train & Support Teammates: Assist machinists with machine setups programming blueprint interpretation quality procedures and efficient operating techniques.
• Maintain Program Control: Manage CNC program versions using Cimco DNC software and help ensure programs remain accurate and controlled.
• Drive Continuous Improvement: Identify opportunities to improve machining processes tooling cycle times and overall productivity in collaboration with Engineering Quality vendors and fellow machinists.
• Support Safe Operations: Follow Pyrotek safety requirements applicable ISO management system standards and established quality and operating procedures.

Qualifications :

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED/TASC plus at least five years of CNC machining experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Demonstrated ability to set up and operate CNC mills and lathes with minimal supervision.
• Experience reading and interpreting blueprints technical drawings and production orders.
• Working knowledge of machining theory tooling offsets program editing and geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T).
• Ability to write and modify CNC programs and produce parts to specified tolerances.
• Experience performing inspections and using calibrated measuring instruments.
• Strong troubleshooting mathematical reasoning attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively collaborate with others and help train and develop fellow machinists.

Preferred Qualifications

• Accredited certification in CNC machining and programming.
• Working knowledge of GibbsCAM software.
• Experience using Cimco DNC software for CNC program management.
• Familiarity with ERP systems barcode scanners and Microsoft Office.

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

This position works in a manufacturing environment with exposure to loud noise moving mechanical parts and fumes or airborne particles. Appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) may be required.

The role requires standing and walking for extended periods bending reaching and using hands and fingers for precise work. The position also requires the ability to lift up to 75 pounds occasionally and up to 25 pounds frequently.

Additional Information :

For a full position description click HERE.

For a review of Pyroteks benefit offerings click HERE.

Pyrotek is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race religion color sex (including pregnancy gender identity and sexual orientation) parental status national origin age disability family medical history or genetic information political affiliation military service or other non-merit based factors.

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Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time