HORST Engineering ยท 11 hours ago
CNC Machinist - Turning / Lathe Level II
East Hartford, Connecticut
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
5+ years expHORST Engineering is seeking a CNC Machinist specialized in Turning and Lathe operations. The role involves setting up and operating CNC Turning and Multi-Axis lathes to produce precision component parts while ensuring compliance with quality standards.
Manufacturing
Responsibilities
Set-up and operate CNC Lathes (2-axis and multi-axis) (e.g. Eurotech, Hardinge, etc.)
Will work with blueprints, operation sheets, and other work instructions
Working from blueprints, operation sheets, travelers or other specifications, set-ups and completes the machining operations to produce a quality part
Checks to make sure that the material to be used meets all specifications. Obtains bar stock or material from staging area
Performs complex set-ups of own work or for others
Makes all required adjustments to the machinery. Obtains tooling, gages, inserts and all other equipment needed to complete the set-up and brings up the program. Edits the program as necessary
Assists other Operators or Set-up/Operators with set-up or production problems and helps to train other set-up/operators
Ensures that all manufactured parts are in full compliance to quality standards
Performs visual inspections (part relationship to operation sheet/blueprint configuration) on all parts produced and performs actual dimensional verification using measuring instruments as per the guidelines established by the department or the Quality Assurance Department
Replaces all worn or damaged tooling as necessary
Verifies and records actual part count, both prior to and upon completion of all work
Performs all routine maintenance on the equipment and maintains all fluid levels
Keeps the equipment and work area clean and organized
Returns excess bar stock or material to the staging area
Moves the finished work to an assigned area. Enters all work performed into the database and documents all scrap
Notifies leadperson or supervisor of any parts shortages or machining problems/difficulties
Packs and washes/preserves parts as needed
Performs other machining and assembly operations as needed
Performs other related duties as required
Interacts with associates from all departments
Qualification
Required
High School diploma or equivalent
3 years of set-up experience minimum required
Must be familiar with Fanuc and/or Okuma Controls
Must be able to set and change tools
Must be able to use standard gauges and inspection techniques
Strong interpersonal and analytical skills
Must be able to read and write comments, understand operation sheets/blueprints, specifications, and all applicable company/customer paperwork
Must be able to read CNC programs
Five plus years of increasingly diverse experience in a machine shop or CNC machining environment
Ability to push/pull/carry up to 50 lbs
Able to stand for up to 8+ hours
Preferred
Technical school training a plus
Experience with aerospace products and/or other close tolerance parts is a plus
Experience with SPC, inspection documentation, and problem solving is a plus
Benefits
Competitive PTO Package
Paid Company Holidays
401K Match Program
Medical, Dental, Vision Benefits
Tuition Reimbursement/Assistance Program
Company
HORST Engineering
We are a contract manufacturer of precision machined components and assemblies for aerospace and other high technology industries.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Scott M. Livingston
President and CEO
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