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Rock West Composites · 1 month ago

Sr. CNC Machinist (Set-up)

San Diego, California, United States

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$35/hr - $42/hr

8+ years exp

Rock West Composites, Inc. is an engineering and manufacturing company dedicated to providing innovative solutions for commercial and government customers. The CNC Machinist will be responsible for producing machined parts by setting up and operating CNC machines while maintaining quality and safety standards.

Industrial EngineeringManufacturing

Growth Opportunities

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Produces machined parts by setting up and operating a computer numerical control (CNC) machine; maintaining quality and safety standards; keeping records; maintaining equipment and supplies

Highly skilled in advanced setup and operation of 3, 4 and 5-axis CNC machines

Loads the program into the CNC machine, selects and sets up tools, loads stock, and runs the program

Plans machining by reading work orders, blueprints, engineering plans, materials, specifications, drawings, reference plans, locations of surfaces, and machining parameters; interpreting geometric dimensions and tolerances (GD&T)

Uploads programs (mills and lathes) by entering instructions, including zero and reference points; setting tool registers, offsets, compensation, and conditional switches; calculating requirements, including basic math, geometry, and trigonometry; proving part programs

Sets-up mills and lathes by installing and adjusting three- and four-jaw chucks, tools, attachments, collets, bushings, cams, gears, stops, and stock pushers; indicating vices; Loads feed mechanism by lifting stock into position

Verifies settings by measuring positions, first-run part, and sample work pieces

Maintains specifications by observing drilling, grooving, and cutting, including turning, facing, knurling and thread chasing operations; taking measurements; detecting malfunctions; troubleshooting processes; adjusting and reprogramming controls; sharpening and replacing worn tools; adhering to quality assurance procedures and processes

Maintains safe operations by adhering to safety procedures and regulations

Maintains equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements; following manufacturer's instructions; troubleshooting malfunctions; calling for repairs

Maintains continuity among work shifts by documenting and communicating actions, irregularities, and continuing needs

Documents actions by completing production and quality logs

Updates job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities; reading technical publications

Special Assignments may include hands on composite, metal fabrication and assembly

Daily interface with Manufacturing Managers and Program Manager to establish clear lines of communication and provide task status

Qualification

CNC machine operation5-axis machiningGD&T interpretationComposite materials knowledgeInspection methodsTime managementAttention to detailOrganizational skillsProblem-solving

Required

Minimum of 8 years experience setting up and operating CNC machines; 3, 4 and 5 axis mill machines

Mechanically able to assemble and disassemble parts and assemblies

Self-starter with excellent time management skills and ability to establish objectives and specify the strategies and actions to achieve these objectives

Experience with contact and non-contact inspection methods

Organized, self-motivated, strong attention to detail and high level of accuracy

Ability to manage multiple duties, set priorities and follow tasks through completion

Capable of working in an environment in which demands and priorities change

High School diploma or equivalent

U.S. Citizenship or lawful permanent resident of the U.S. (or, green card holder), protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State