HiFyve is hiring a CNC Setup Machinist for the in-house tool room of a stable, long-established manufacturer in West St. Louis County. You will work with Engineering to build the tooling and fixtures that keep the plant running: one-off and short-run machining-center work, not high-volume production.
Ideal background: toolroom machinist, tool and die machinist, maintenance machinist or job shop CNC setup machinist with 5+ years who sets up their own work (fixtures, probes, tool and work offsets) and owns basic machinist tools.
2nd Shift 230pm-1030pm, M-F $30 to $32/hr, shift differential included
3rd Shift 1030pm-630am, Sun-Th $30 to $32/hr, shift differential included
Location: West St. Louis County, MO (easy commute from Fenton, Valley Park, Ballwin, Kirkwood, Arnold)
Union position. Full benefits: medical, dental, vision, 401(k), company-paid life insurance
Job Duties and Responsibilities
- Build tooling and fixtures for the plant, working closely with Engineering to produce tooling used within the manufacturing facility.
- Set up, maintain, and troubleshoot multiple CNC machining centers to support production requirements.
- Read and interpret engineering drawings, setup instructions, and tool lists to ensure accurate machine setup.
- Perform routine tooling setup and maintenance, including drills, end mills, taps, reamers, and related tooling.
- Remove, install, and align vises, fixtures, and other workholding devices safely and accurately.
- Maintain CNC machines through coolant upkeep, machine cleaning, filter changes, and preventative maintenance activities.
- Troubleshoot CNC machining programs and make necessary tool and work offset adjustments.
- Calibrate measurement probes, tool setters, and other CNC setup equipment as required.
- Prepare raw materials using shop equipment such as band saws and surface grinders.
- Machine precision components accurately while adhering to safety and quality standards, including safe operation of forklifts and lifting equipment.
Education Requirements
- Associate degree in Machining or a related field preferred; OR
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in a machining position.
- Additional technical training in CNC machining is a plus.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Strong understanding of CNC machine setup, operation, and troubleshooting.
- Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and technical documentation.
- Knowledge of tooling, cutting tools, and machining best practices.
- Proficiency with precision measuring instruments, including calipers, micrometers, and test indicators.
- Strong mechanical aptitude and shop mathematics skills.
- Ability to adjust tool and work offsets and perform machine calibrations.
- Experience with machine maintenance and preventative maintenance procedures.
- Ability to safely operate forklifts and material handling equipment.
- Strong attention to detail, problem-solving skills, and commitment to quality workmanship.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a manufacturing environment.
If you are interested, please apply.