CNC Machinist

PEM is looking to hire qualified CNC Mill and Lathe Machinists for first shift and our newly added third shift. Third shift starts mid-May and will have a shift differential applied to wages.

Work in a climate-controlled facility. PEM offers excellent benefits, and the culture makes our company a perfect opportunity for career satisfaction and advancement. The CNC Machinist will set up CNC mills according to blueprint specifications, selecting the appropriate fixtures, cutting tools, attachments, and materials. After manufacturing a product using the CNC lathe, you will check with precision measuring tools to ensure it follows all specifications, making any adjustments as necessary.

Primary Responsibilities

• Translate the requirements of detailed part drawings into measurements for production.
• Ensure that every machine procedure is done in accordance with the strict guidelines of the company.
• Listen and comprehend instructions and directions
• Read and interpret blueprints, sketches, and parts lists.
• Machine setup
• Programming skills a plus
• Interpret measurements.
• Operating shop tools (drill press, vertical band saw, horizontal band saw, etc.) and precision measuring tools (I.D. and O.D. micrometers, calipers, bore gauges, etc.), applying proper speeds and feeds.
• Verify specifications.
• A strong work ethic and great attitude are needed.
• Keep the work area clean.
• Record inventory change sheets as needed.
• Work safely without presenting a direct threat to self or others.
• Accurately record time on jobs and projects.
• Other duties as assigned by the Supervisor
• Compliance with all safety rules and guidelines.
• Set up CNC lathes according to blueprint specifications.
• Modify program speeds.
• Consistently adhere to assigned work schedule, ensuring punctuality and reliability.
• Meet production schedule.

CNC Operator skills

• 2+ years’ experience using production machinery
• Extensive knowledge of machine maintenance and operation is required
• Must possess strong basic math skills &shop math skills.
• Trigonometry helpful.
• Proven history of working with gauges and calipers
• Valid Driver’s License or Forklift Operator’s License

Physical Requirements

Balancing, Stooping, Reaching, Standing, Walking, Pushing, Pulling, Lifting, Grasping, Repetitive Motions.

Job Type: Full-time

Expected hours:40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

You should be proficient in:

• Blueprint Reading
• CAD Software
• CAD/CAM Software
• Customer Service
• Driver's License
• GD&T
• Manual Machining Skills
• Mechanical Troubleshooting Skills
• Plastic Extrusion Experience
• Troubleshooting CNC Machines
• G-Code
• Dovetail CNC

Machines & technologies you'll use:

• CNC Mill (3-4 axis VMC)
• CNC Lathe (2-4 axis)
• CAM Software
• CNC Swiss Lathe
• CNC Mill (5+ axis VMC)
• CNC Lathe (5+ axis)