Designs and builds complex machining fixtures to meet production needs.
Acts as backup shift supervisor during absences, ensuring continuity of operations.
Incorporates all duties of CNC Machinist II, demonstrating advanced skills and knowledge.
Performs additional duties as assigned by management.
Benefits
Full-time, permanent position with day shift hours.
Opportunity to work in a highly skilled, advanced machining environment.
Engagement in problem-solving and innovative machining solutions.
Potential for career advancement within the company.
Onsite work environment fostering teamwork and collaboration.
Full Job Description
Job Type
Full-time
Description
CNC Machinist III
Full-time | Permanent
Day Shift | 4:30 am - 1:15 pm
Onsite | Hourly | $38 - $45
*We are not accepting candidates from third party agencies.
About this Opportunity:
This advanced journey-level position focuses on machining setup, production, and problem-solving. As the highest-level working machining position at Vander-Bend, it is intended for a small number of highly skilled problem-solvers. The role differs from CNC Machinist II by requiring extensive experience, the ability to set up and operate virtually all machines and controllers, and a strong emphasis on problem-solving.
Responsibilities:
Incorporates all duties and responsibilities of the CNC Machinist 2.
Sets up all machining jobs on both Vertical and Horizontal centers, including complex multi-axis jobs.
Provides sophisticated machining feedback and analysis to management and programming with an aim of improving product quality and production efficiency.
Trouble-shoots machining problems of the highest difficulty, providing effective and innovative solutions.
Designs and builds complex machining fixtures.
Backup shift supervisor as needed during vacations or other absence.
Other duties as assigned.
Requirements
High school diploma or equivalent.
15 years minimum machining experience, at least 10 of which must be on CNC equipment.
All knowledge/skills required of CNC Machinist 2, plus the following:
Setup, run, and inspect multi axis jobs on both Vertical and Horizontal machining centers, including 3D surfacing, plus a minimum of 2 axis lathe setup and run OR program, setup, run and trouble shoot multi axis, twin spindle mill-turn centers. Diagnose and trouble-shoot virtually any machining defect.
Complete expert command of at least one of the following CNC controls: Fanuc, Mazak, Haas.
Extensive experience with, and knowledge of, multiple material types including Aluminum, Mild steel, Tool steel, Stainless steel, and plastics.
Create G-code programs from scratch on machine controller, for basic parts and fixtures.
"Confident" ability to communicate verbally in English, to understand technical directions on blueprints, travelers, and computer screens in English, and to create understandable written job status reports for shift changes.
