UNAVAILABLE
$66,560–$66,560 year
On-sitePlymouth, Michigan, United States
Job Summary
Program, set up, and operate CNC vertical and horizontal 5-axis machining centers to machine castings, forgings, weldments, plates, blocks, tubing, and other metallic components while maintaining AS9100 quality standards. Interpret work orders, blueprints, engineering drawings, and GD&T requirements to plan operations, then develop and modify CNC programs using Mastercam. Perform complete machine setups, including tooling selection, offsets, and work coordinate systems, followed by verifying setups through first-article parts and dimensional accuracy checks. Monitor machining operations, troubleshoot issues, perform root cause analysis, and execute preventive maintenance. Document production activities and quality inspections within the Plex ERP system. Collaborate with Engineering, Programming, Materials, and Quality teams to support manufacturing objectives.
Required Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
- Minimum 5 years of CNC machining experience operating multiple 5-axis machining centers in a manufacturing environment
- Minimum 2 years of Mastercam programming experience
- Experience machining complex metallic components using 5-axis CNC equipment, including Zimmermann, Apec, FPT, Mecof, or similar machining centers
- Ability to interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, specifications, and Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (GD&T)
- Experience performing complete machine setups, tooling selection, offsets, compensation, and first-article verification
- Knowledge of precision measuring equipment, machining parameters, and quality inspection processes
- General knowledge of ISO 9001, AS9001, quality management systems, and manufacturing best practices
- General knowledge of 5S workplace organization and basic fixturing methods
- Experience using Plex ERP or similar manufacturing ERP systems to document production activities
- Strong mathematical skills, including geometry, trigonometry, ratios, percentages, and precision calculations used in machining operations
- Ability to troubleshoot machining processes and perform root cause analysis
- Ability to meet company background screening, employment verification, reference check, and controlled substance testing requirements
Desired Qualifications
- Experience with Soraluce machining centers
- Experience operating Heidenhain and Fidia CNC controls
- Crane operation experience
- Knowledge of AS9100 and ISO 14001 standards
- Experience supporting aerospace, defense, or high-precision manufacturing environments
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