CNC Programmers - Manufacturing

Position Summary The CNC Machinist III produces machined parts by operating, setting up computer numerical control (CNC) machine; maintaining quality and safety standards; keeping records; maintaining equipment and supplies.  May be required to perform some programming. The role requires the above to be accomplished within Tecomet's principles of continuous improvement, customer driven innovation and a win first culture, while meeting company financial and other performance metrics.  Principle Responsibilities Operate, set up, and could program CNC mills, Wire EDM's, and CNC lathes within specified tolerances following work instructions and in accordance with machine programs and engineering drawings   Propose new production Set ups and change offsets/tooling in machines as part of the new setup  Perform difficult CNC Machinist work including progressive machining of a variety of parts and different metals where very close tolerances must be maintained   Read and evaluate blueprints or specifications  Troubleshoot and understand CNC programs and processes  Improve and produce work Instructions  Assist Engineering with redesigning fixtures to increase quality standards and productivity, change dull tooling, and/or make minor offsets and adjustments as needed for tooling wear   Ensure product quality is achieved by working to operator owned quality (OOQ) standards and requirements including using a range of measuring equipment and interpreting readings   Propose adjusted speeds and feeds for different machining requirements  Perform routine maintenance as per daily machine checklist and adhere to PM schedule   Perform hand finishing   Always Follow Good Manufacturing and Good Document Practices (GMP/GDP) including completion of job routers/ cards  Ensure safe working practices are carried out to minimize risks to the job holder and/or colleagues, including identifying and reporting Safety, Health & Environmental issues  Achieve set productivity targets and identify ways of improving productivity   Record all activities in a timely manner on the job tracking system  Identify and support Continuous Improvement activities   Identify and escalate manufacturing issues to the Team Leader and/or Supervisor, participating in the resolution as required  Maintain 5S/housekeeping standards within work area  Performs other duties or special projects as required or as assigned by supervisor  Qualification Requirements Credentials/Experience:

High School diploma or general education degree (GED)

5+ years CNC Machining experience

Experience/Educational/Training Preferred: Associate degree/certificate in Tooling & Machining or Machinist apprenticeship preferred    GCSE/NVQ Maths and English is desirable (UK only)  Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Ability to operate, set up, and maintain a CNC Machine   Ability to run multiple CNC Machines   Ability to set up, adjust offsets and operate and run development and production jobs   Ability to program with some level of supervision   Solid necessary math skills, including measuring and keeping count records   Effective at planning, prioritizing, and organizing tasks and activities with the ability to deal with competing demands within specified timescales   Able to read and follow technical drawings and diagrammed instructions   Proven record of quality, on-time production runs   Demonstrable commitment to safety always   Attention to detail alongside ability to perform repeatable task over a prolonged period   Positive attitude, reliable, and a team player   Problem solving ability   Good communication skills, written and verbal   Solid computer skills   Ability to train new or lower-level machinist  CNC! Other Requirements Work Environment The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Physical Requirements While performing the duties of this job, the employee could be required to stand. The employee could frequently be required to walk; use hand to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear. The employee could be required to sit; climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee could occasionally lift and or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by the job could include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision and ability to adjust focus. Travel Requirements No Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA): Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Equal opportunity employer as to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with Disabilities

The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees and are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. Furthermore, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the Company.