CNC Machinist
Job Description
Flexicrew Technical Services (FTS) is seeking a skilled CNC Machinist to join a growing manufacturing team. The ideal candidate will have experience setting up, operating, and troubleshooting CNC machines to produce precision components according to engineering drawings and specifications. This position requires strong machining skills, attention to detail, and a commitment to safety and quality.
Essential Duties:
- Set up and operate CNC mills, lathes, and other machining equipment.
- Read and interpret blueprints, engineering drawings, GD&T, and work instructions.
- Load CNC programs, make machine offsets, and adjust tooling to maintain product specifications.
- Inspect finished parts using precision measuring instruments, including micrometers, calipers, bore gauges, and dial indicators.
- Monitor machine performance and make adjustments to improve efficiency and product quality.
- Perform routine machine maintenance and promptly report equipment issues.
- Troubleshoot machining problems and recommend process improvements.
- Maintain accurate production and inspection records.
- Follow all safety policies and maintain a clean, organized work environment.
- Collaborate with engineering, quality, and production teams to meet manufacturing goals.
Requirements/Skills:
- High school diploma or GED required; technical training in CNC machining preferred.
- Minimum of three (3) years of CNC machining experience in a manufacturing environment.
- Experience operating CNC mills, lathes, and/or multi-axis machines.
- Ability to read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, and geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T).
- Proficient in using precision measuring equipment.
- Strong understanding of machining practices, cutting tools, feeds, and speeds.
- Experience with CNC programming and editing is preferred.
- Experience with Fanuc, Haas, Mazak, Okuma, or Siemens controls is a plus.
- Experience machining stainless steel, aluminum, carbon steel, or exotic materials is preferred.
- Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement principles is beneficial.
- Ability to perform machine setups independently.
- Excellent troubleshooting, problem-solving, and communication skills.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing quality work.
Physical Requirements:
- Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, and reach for extended periods throughout the workday.
- Frequently lift and carry materials weighing up to 50 pounds.
- Ability to work safely in a manufacturing and machine shop environment with exposure to machine noise, cutting fluids, and moving equipment.
- Must wear required personal protective equipment (PPE) at all times.
- Ability to safely operate machinery while maintaining awareness of surroundings and following established safety procedures.
Equal Opportunity Statement:
*Flexicrew Technical Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with FTS is governed on the basis of merit, competence, and qualifications. Employment or consideration will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, or any other protected status.
