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Laserfab, Inc.
Experienced CNC Machinist/Operator
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What they do
A CNC Operator programs and operates a computer controlled lathe used to cut wood, plastic, metal with extreme precision.
$53,172 / year median in Washington
+3% projected growth
Job Description
For over 20 years, Laserfab has been offering our customers quality products, great customer service and employees who truly care. We have multiple locations in Washington state and are actively seeking motivated individuals to enhance our team. If you are looking for a challenging and rewarding opportunity, we encourage you to read on and apply!
Responsibilities:
- Produces machined parts by programming, setting up, and operating a computer numerical control (CNC) machine/mill. You will be maintaining quality and safety standards; keeping records; maintaining equipment, supplies and deburring and parts inspection.
- Plans machining by studying work orders, blueprints, engineering plans, materials, specifications, orthographic drawings, reference planes, locations of surfaces, and machining parameters; interpreting geometric dimensions and tolerances (GD&T).
- 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.
- Verifies settings by measuring positions, first-run part, and sample workpieces; adhering to international standards.
- Maintains specifications by observing 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.
- Accomplishes organization goals by accepting ownership for accomplishing new and different requests; exploring opportunities to add value to job accomplishments.
Skills and Qualifications:
- Conceptual Skills
- Process Improvement
- Verbal Communication
- Functional and Technical Skills
- Controls and Instrumentation
- Supply Management
- Tooling, Coordination
- Inventory Control,
- Attention to Detail
- Basic Math Skills Benefits include medical, dental and vision insurance available for you and your family, up to 3 weeks of paid time off per year (depending on length of service), 8 company paid holidays, 401k retirement plan and payroll deductions available for Aflac products when eligible.