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JobSummary
TheCNCMillMachinistwillbebasedinBuffaloGrove,ILandreportstotheTooling Manager. This role is responsible for setting up, operating, and maintaining CNC milling machines to manufacture precision components that meet engineering specifications and quality standards. The CNC Mill Machinist will interpret technical drawings,performmachineadjustments,conductinspections,andsupportcontinuousimprovementinitiativestoensuresafe,efficient,andhigh-qualityproductionoperations.
PrincipleAccountabilities
Setup,operate,andtroubleshootCNCmillingmachinestomanufactureprecisioncomponentsaccordingtospecifications.
Interpretblueprints,engineeringdrawings,workinstructions,andGD&Trequirements.
Select andinstallappropriatetooling,fixtures,andmachineoffsetsforproductionruns.
Edit andmakeminoradjustmentstoCNCprogramstooptimizemachineperformanceandproductquality.
Monitormachineoperationsandmakenecessarycorrectionstomaintaindimensionalaccuracyandproductionefficiency.
Perform first-piece, in-process,andfinalinspectionsusingprecisionmeasuringinstrumentssuchasmicrometers,calipers,heightgauges,andboregauges.
Verify productconformancetoengineeringdrawings,customerspecifications,andqualityrequirements.
Record production data, inspection results,andmachineperformanceinformationaccurately.
Troubleshootmachiningissuesandcollaboratewithengineeringandqualityteamstoimplementcorrectiveactions.
Performroutinemachinemaintenanceandensureequipmentremainsinproperoperatingcondition.
Identifyopportunitiesforprocessimprovementsthatincreaseproductivity,reducescrap,andimprovequality.
Maintainaclean,organized,andsafeworkenvironmentinaccordancewithcompanystandards.
Supportleanmanufacturingandcontinuousimprovementinitiatives.
Assistintrainingandmentoringlessexperiencedmachinistsasneeded.
Followallsafety,quality,environmental,andregulatoryrequirementswhileperformingassignedduties.
OperateandtroubleshootCNCmillingmachineswhileoptimizingspeeds,feeds,andmachiningprocesses.
Setupcomplexparts,fixtures,andtooling,andperformCNCprogrameditsasrequired.
Select,install,andmaintainmillingcuttersandtoolingforprecisionmachiningapplications.
OperatemultipleCNCmachinessimultaneouslywhileensuringqualityandproductiontargetsaremet.
Performin-processandfinalinspectionsusingprecisionmeasuringequipmentandadvancedinspectiontechniques.
Interpretblueprints,technicaldrawings,and3Dmodelstosupportmachiningandsetuprequirements.
knowledgeofinjectionmoldsandcomponentswhileutilizingcomputersystemstosupportmanufacturingoperations.
Workindependentlywithminimalsupervision,performpreventivemachinemaintenance,cross-trainteammembers,andmaintainahighlyorganizedworkenvironment.
Qualifications
Highschooldiplomaorequivalentrequired;technicalcertificationinMachiningTechnologypreferred.
Minimum4yearsofCNCmillingexperienceinamanufacturingenvironmentrequired.
Experience with Haas, Mazak,MoriSeiki,Okuma,orsimilarCNCmillingequipment.
Experience on Makino, Yasda, Roders, and Mikron milling machines is preferred
StrongexperiencesettingupandoperatingCNCverticalandhorizontalmillingmachines.
Abilitytoreadandinterpretcomplexblueprints,engineeringdrawings,andtechnicalspecifications.
Proficientintheuseofprecisionmeasuringequipmentandinspectionmethods.
WorkingknowledgeofGD&T(GeometricDimensioning&Tolerancing).
Experiencewithmachineoffsets,toolingselection,speedsandfeeds,andbasicCNCprogramediting.
Strongtroubleshootingandrootcauseanalysisskills.
Familiaritywithleanmanufacturingprinciplesandcontinuousimprovementmethodologies.
Computerproficiencyandabilitytoaccuratelycompleteproductionandqualitydocumentation.
Strongattentiontodetailandcommitmenttoproducinghigh-qualitywork.
Abilitytoworkindependentlyandcollaborativelyinafast-pacedmanufacturingenvironment.
Abilitytoliftupto50poundsandstandforextendedperiodswhileoperatingequipment.
What you'll receive for the great work you provide:
Application Deadline:
Applications for this job position will be accepted for at least five days following the job posting start date below and continuing until the end date below or until the position is filled. This posting may close sooner due to application volume.
The base pay range for this position is provided below. The final base rate offered will be determined using job-related, non-discriminatory criteria, including but not limited to experience, qualifications, geographic location, education, external market data, and internal equity.
$31.04 USD - $42.68 USD HourlyIs Sponsorship Available?
NoFlex is an Equal Opportunity Employer and employment selection decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. We do not discriminate based on: age, race, religion, color, sex, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability, pregnancy status, or any other status protected by law. We're happy to provide reasonable accommodations to those with a disability for assistance in the application process. Please email accessibility@flex.com and we'll discuss your specific situation and next steps (NOTE: this email does not accept or consider resumes or applications. This is only for disability assistance. To be considered for a position at Flex, you must complete the application process first).| Location | Buffalo Grove, Illinois |
| Salary | $31.04–$42.68 Per Hour |
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